Bologna vs Monza: Lineups, Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds

Bologna vs Monza Match Summary

Bologna host Monza at the Renato Dall'Ara on Saturday afternoon, and the Serie A table says this one is firmly in the home side's hands.

Bologna arrive in fine fettle after winning 4-2 at AC Milan, and Raffaele Palladino's side are 8/11 (10Bet) favourites. It is hard to quibble with that.

Monza come in bruised after Napoli put four past them at home, but Gustavo Varela keeps finding the net. Ivan Jurić's side are 4/1 (Bet Victor) to cause an upset.

Recent history points one way. Bologna have won their last 3 matches against Monza in all competitions, scoring at least 2 goals in each of those games.

Bologna vs Monza Form

Bologna head into this on a high after a 4-2 win away at AC Milan, where Samuel Mbangula became the first Bologna player to score a hat-trick away to Milan in Serie A. Juan Miranda supplies the ammunition from the left and has an assist to his name in each of his three latest Serie A matches.

Monza's problem is at the back, with 22 Serie A goals conceded already, and Napoli piled on the misery with a 4-1 win at the U-Power Stadium last time out. Gustavo Varela scored again that day and is the man carrying this attack, with Jay Robinson buzzing in behind him.

Bologna vs Monza Lineups & Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

Bologna: Roberto Piccoli (Injured/out), Emil Holm (Injured/out), Jay Enem (Doubtful)

Monza: Matteo Pessina (Injured/out), Jan Ziólkowski (Injured/out), Michael Folorunsho (Doubtful), Yvan Maye (Doubtful)

Bologna

The Bologna vs Monza lineups start with the hosts missing Emil Holm and Roberto Piccoli through injury, while Jay Enem is a doubt. Palladino looks set to go 3-4-3, with Jens Odgaard leading the line between Mbangula and Federico Bernardeschi, and Miranda and Nadir Zortea providing the width from wing-back.

Monza

Monza are without Matteo Pessina and Jan Ziólkowski, with Michael Folorunsho and Yvan Maye both doubtful. Jurić sticks with his 3-4-2-1, Robinson and Dany Mota operating behind Varela, while Samuele Birindelli and Ricardo Mangas patrol the flanks.

Bologna vs Monza Predicted Lineup

Bologna

Formation: 3-4-3 (probable)

Predicted Starting Lineup: Łukasz Skorupski; Matteo Darmian, Nicolò Casale, Arthur Theate; Juan Miranda, Lewis Ferguson, Tommaso Pobega, Nadir Zortea; Samuel Mbangula, Jens Odgaard, Federico Bernardeschi (probable)

Monza

Formation: 3-4-2-1 (probable)

Predicted Starting Lineup: Noel Törnqvist; Lorenzo Lucchesi, Saba Goglichidze, Andrea Carboni; Ricardo Mangas, Manga Foe Ondoa, Ebenezer Akinsanmiro, Samuele Birindelli; Jay Robinson, Dany Mota; Gustavo Varela (probable)

Bologna vs Monza Key Stats & Match Facts

• Monza have received 3+ cards in 6 of their last 6 matches vs Bologna (Serie A).

• There have been 5+ cards in 5 of the last 6 meetings between Monza and Bologna (Serie A).

• Bologna have had 7+ shots on target in 3 out of 3 matches vs Monza (Serie A).

• Lewis Ferguson has committed 3+ fouls in 3 of his last 3 appearances vs Monza (Serie A).

• Jay Robinson has recorded 1+ shots on target in 6 of his last 6 appearances (Serie A).

Bologna vs Monza Prediction & Best Bets

Our prediction: Our Bologna vs Monza prediction is a home win in an open game where the visitors get on the scoresheet too. The projections have Bologna scoring 2.04 goals at the Dall'Ara. Monza come out at 1.29, which reflects a leaky defence but also Varela's knack for finding the net. Palladino's side are the clear pick, just not a clean sheet one.

Best Bets

Over 2.5 goals in the Total Goals Over/Under market. The model projects a high-scoring game at Bologna. Bologna have seen over 2.5 goals in their last 3 matches against Monza in all competitions. Monza's own Serie A outings keep flying open as well, and a projected total north of three goals clears this line with room to spare.

Both Teams To Score: Yes. Monza's attack has been creating chances, and Bologna are expected to score too. There have been 10+ shots on target in 6 of Monza's last 6 Serie A matches, so their games are rarely quiet at either end. With Varela in form and a Bologna backline that struggles against skilful players, a Monza goal looks well within reach among the Bologna vs Monza best bets.

Bologna vs Monza Bet Builder

Our Bologna vs Monza bet builder tips lean on three player legs: Varela to score, Miranda to grab an assist and Birindelli to be shown a card.

Gustavo Varela has scored in all three of his most recent Serie A games, and he faces a Bologna defence that is vulnerable against skilful players.

Juan Miranda has laid on a goal in every one of his last three Serie A outings. Bologna love attacking down the left, putting the wing-back at the heart of everything.

Samuele Birindelli has been carded three times out of three against Bologna in Serie A, and he faces a busy afternoon against a side that plays with width.

At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 45/1 and is as short as 35/1 elsewhere.

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Bologna vs Monza Talking Points

Palladino against his old club is the obvious subplot, the Bologna coach having managed Monza earlier in his career. The Bologna vs Monza betting odds make his side clear favourites, and the battle in the engine room between Lewis Ferguson, Tommaso Pobega, Manga Foe Ondoa and Ebenezer Akinsanmiro will set the tone. Set pieces are another pressure point for the visitors, who have conceded 6 goals from set pieces in Serie A. Expect it to be aggressive and a little messy, which suits the hosts just fine.

Bologna vs Monza Predictions FAQs

When is Bologna vs Monza?

Bologna vs Monza kicks off at 14:00 UK time on Saturday 31 October 2026.

Where is Bologna vs Monza being played?

Bologna vs Monza is being played at Renato Dall'Ara in Bologna.

What competition is Bologna vs Monza in?

Bologna vs Monza is an Italian Serie A match.

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