Newly-crowned
league champions Juventus aside, these two are the form teams in Serie A -
possibly because they are basking in mid-table safety and are enjoying the
opportunity to play without pressure.
Parma’s
current record of six consecutive wins is their best run ever in Serie A, while
visitors Bologna have won their last three and are unbeaten in their last seven
league games. Champions League contenders Napoli were Bologna’s latest victims –
Mazzarri’s men suffered a surprise 2-0 defeat at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara
last weekend.
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Though
it is risky to bet against a team with Bologna’s current unbeaten record, they are less formidable on the road than at home. Their defenders are likely to struggle to contain Sebastian
Giovinco, whose inspired form has been the driving force behind Parma's recent successes. Striker Sergio Floccari has also become an important part of Roberto Donadoni’s
team since the former Italy boss took charge in January.
Parma
have recently beaten top six teams such as Lazio and Inter at the Stadio Ennio
Tardini, and I believe that they are well capable of finishing the season with
another home win over Bologna.
Prediction
– Parma to win – 5pts
Match
odds: Parma 5/6
Draw 9/4
Bologna 10/3
