Genoa vs Bologna Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Genoa vs Bologna Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Match Details: January 25, 2026 | Stadio Comunale Luigi Ferraris | Serie A | 14:00 GMT

We come to you with action from the Italian Serie A in an important clash for both sides which could incur a heavy impact at both ends of the league table.

European chasing Bologna travel to Genova off the back of a tight 2-1 defeat to Fiorentina, while the hosts hope to continue their unbeaten run to five games, after drawing 0-0 with Parma last time out.

Football Park believes this game has the tools to offer up an entertaining clash, and we are backing a high scoring affair where both sides will find a goal.

Key Betting Tip: BTTS at 2.05 odds on Kwiff represents excellent value based on the tip provided by our algorithm.

This match looks exciting from the outlook of goals at both ends. Bologna haven’t kept a clean sheet in 14 matches, while Genoa’s games average just under 2.5 goals per game. The head-to-head history also suggests this is a strong angle, with this line coming through in each of the last three meetings.

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Genoa vs Bologna Lineups

Genoa Predicted XI (3-5-2): Leali; Vasquez, Otoa, Marcandalli; Caricol, Ellertsson, Malinovsky, Frendrup, Sabelli; Colombo, Vitinha.

Team News: Ostigard will be out through suspension, while Siegrist, Gronbaek, and Ekuban are all injured.

Bologna Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Ravaglia; Lykogiannis, Heggem, Casale, Holm; Pobega, Freuler; Cambiaghi, Odgaard, Orsolini; Castro.

Team News: For Bologna, Juan Miranda misses out with suspension, while Bernadeschi and Lucumi are sidelined through injury.

Genoa vs Bologna: League Story So Far

Genoa have not had a great start to the season, winning just four games this term. They have managed to collect eight draws, which puts them slightly more comfortably above the relegation zone, with three points separating them to the 17 points Lecce in 18th place.

As for Bologna, their chase for the European places is starting to fade away, so they will be desperate to string together some form, with them boasting a modest record of eight wins, six draws and seven defeats. This form has meant they have accumulated just 30 points, putting them now seven behind sixth place Como, and with just 17 games left to go, they need a win here.

Genoa vs Bologna Head-to-Head Timeline

Recent Head-to-Head Results:

In the last 15 years, these sides have met on 27 occasions, in what is a rather even record when these sides take to the field. Genoa have won 10 of these matches, to Bologna’s eight. In the last five, it has surprisingly gone the way of Genoa, with them picking up two wins to Bologna’s one.

• September 20, 2025: Bologna 2-1 Genoa
• May 24, 2025: Bologna 1-3 Genoa
• October 19, 2024: Genoa 2-2 Bologna
• May 24, 2024: Genoa 2-0 Bologna
• January 5, 2024: Bologna 1-1 Genoa

Genoa and Bologna: Recent Matches Analysis

Genoa Last 5 Matches:

• Genoa 0-0 Parma (A)
• Genoa 2-0 Cagliari (H)
• Genoa 1-1 Milan (A)
• Genoa 1-1 Pisa (H)
• Genoa 1-3 Roma (A)

Although the poor league position, Genoa have shown some serious competitive nature over recent weeks. They have earned three draws, including one against second place AC Milan. After earning six points in their last four, Genoa look confident they can continue their strong run here.

Bologna Last 5 Matches:

• Bologna 2-2 Celtic (H) - Europa League
• Bologna 1-2 Fiorentina (H)
• Bologna 3-2 Verona (A)
• Bologna 1-1 Como (A)
• Bologna 0-2 Atalanta (H)

Bologna have looked pretty strong domestically over the last few weeks. Depsite this, however, they have won just one of these games, and they are struggling to keep up with the top six mainly because of their failure to get results against them. They come into this game off the back of two defeats in a row, and this form may continue into this weekend.

Genoa vs Bologna Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with confidence in both teams to score. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Best Genoa vs Bologna Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: BTTS @ 2.05 - Recent form suggests confidence in a high scoring game. With a staggering 66.7% chance of goals at both ends according to our incredible in-house algorithm, this seems like a strong value option.

Key Players to Watch: Genoa vs Bologna

Aaron Caricol (Genoa): The 28-year-old has been by far Genoa’s best player this season. He has also recorded a respectable five goal involvements this season in his 18 appearances, and has been excellent at producing strong chances for his team, creating more chances than 99% of other full backs.

Riccardo Orsolini (Bologna): Oroslini has looked very strong yet again this term, registering seven goals in his 20 appearances in the league thus far. He has only scored in one game in 2026 so far, but this was in their only win over Verona, proving how impactful he is to the team’s performances.

Genoa vs Bologna Match Facts

Referee: Fabio Maresca.

Broadcast Details:

**UK/INT’L: DAZN ** at 14:00 GMT.

Stadium Information: Located in Genova, Italy, the Stadio Comunale Luigi Ferraris can hold up to just over 36,000 supporters, and this venue is expected to be packed in what could be a season-defining clash for both.

Genoa vs Bologna: Final Prediction

Genoa 1-1 Bologna