Ravenna vs Pisa Match preview

Italian Serie B: Ravenna vs Pisa

A very important game is taking place in Romagna. Four wins in the last five games gave Ravenna the chance to avoid automatic return to the regional league and try to save themselves in the play-out. They celebrated at Braglia against pathetic Modena, now they hold destiny in their own hands, since after Pisa they are up against uninterested Vicenza away and then they will host already relegated Cesena. In other words, this means that the Reds can exert more pressure on the rivals and eventually move away from 20th place that means automatic relegation. After nine winless matches Pisa compromised their sixth place but they will probably make it to the play-offs since Rimini doesn’t seem interested for Serie A qualifications. Pisa are facing big crisis in the second part of the season and numerous injuries have left them without most important players and they don't stand much chance in the play-offs.

Worst defense in the league

Even against Modena there was some serious draught in the back line but fortunately they conceded only one goal in weak first half. Excellent Succi who deserves to play in a much bigger club, turned over the score with two goals and kept the hope for his side. Franco Varrella changed his tactics to a certain extent Ravenna play with more confidence and they are firmer in the midfield. This brought results so the mistakes have been reduced. Now Romagnoli are trying to profit from Avellino and Treviso’ mistakes but although they are level on points with Avellino they have lower head-to-head score. Besides, Avellino are also up against the teams that don’t need points. Details will decide but Reds definitely must win Pisa first.

No solution for Cerci and Kutuzov injuries

Still they should be realistic; even without numerous absent players, Pisa would definitely lose breath in the finish, or play-offs. This squad is made to survive in the league but excellent play saw them climb to the very top. Pisa play weaker lately but it was unrealistic to expect them to compensate for the weak games at Arena Garibaldi with away wins during the whole season. As soon as the squad started failing away, they dropped on the standings. The supply from the first part of the season is big enough for Pisa to stay among top six but they stand least chance in the play-offs of all four sides. Cerci finished the season and without him the squad has problems in the midfield, which is obvious in every match.

Betting Verdict

Odds for Ravenna are higher than we expected, since we still think that Pisa have no reasons to fear Rimini even if they lose in Romagna. Odds of 2.30 for a home win is worth a small stake; they play for their life and Pisa are certainly not the squad that can compensate for so many absent starters. Who knows, they might lift their play on a higher level, but anyway, Ravenna are the favourites and worth the risk. In the first part of the season at garibaldi Pisa won with a minimum score but Romagnoli play much better at home.

Team news : Trotta, Nicola and Cosenza are out for Ravenna. Pisa still faces with big injury problems.

Our tip: Bet 4 on Home win
Odds 2.2 at
Bookmaker: Gamebookers