Lecce vs. Como Tips and Odds – 19/04/2025

• Fixture: Lecce vs Como
• Date: Saturday, 19 April 2025
• Venue: Stadio Via del Mare, Lecce, Italy

Match Preview

Lecce welcome Como to the Stadio Via del Mare for a crucial Serie A clash as the season enters its final stretch. Both teams have plenty to play for: Lecce are fighting to escape the relegation zone, while Como are looking to consolidate their mid-table status and finish the campaign on a high. The reverse fixture earlier this season saw Como claim a 2-0 victory, but Lecce will be eager to turn the tables in front of their home fans.

Recent form paints a contrasting picture for the two sides. Lecce have struggled mightily, losing four of their last five league matches, including a narrow 2-1 defeat away to Juventus last time out. Their only recent win came in the Coppa Italia, and their league form has left them hovering dangerously close to the drop zone, sitting 17th with 26 points from 32 games. Como, on the other hand, have shown signs of improvement under Cesc Fàbregas, picking up back-to-back wins over Monza and Torino before this fixture and climbing to 13th in the table with 36 points. Their recent unbeaten run has given them a cushion above the relegation battle.

Injuries and suspensions could play a role in this encounter. Lecce are still without Jean and Filip Marchwinski, who remain sidelined, though Tiago Gabriel has recovered from a minor knock and should be available for selection. Como have a few concerns of their own: Alberto Dossena is out, and Sergi Roberto is rated doubtful with a thigh issue. Despite these absences, both teams are expected to field strong lineups as they chase vital points.

Historically, meetings between Lecce and Como have been tight affairs, with under 2.5 goals scored in each of their last five encounters. Lecce will look to their home advantage and the passionate support at Via del Mare to inspire a turnaround, but Como’s recent form and defensive solidity suggest they will be tough to break down. The tactical battle between Lecce’s urgency and Como’s composure could make for a fascinating contest.

Key Players

• Lecce
  • Nikola Krstovic: The Montenegrin striker remains Lecce’s main attacking threat, leading the team with 10 goals this season. His physical presence and finishing ability make him the focal point of Lecce’s offense.
  • Santiago Pierotti: The Argentine winger has been instrumental, contributing 4 goals and 2 assists. Pierotti’s pace and directness on the flank have been vital, and he is involved in a third of Lecce’s Serie A goals, making him a key creative outlet.
• Como
  • Patrick Cutrone: The former Milan forward is one of Como’s joint top scorers with 6 league goals. Cutrone’s movement and work rate up front are crucial for Como’s attacking transitions, and he often leads the press from the front.
  • Assane Diao: Matching Cutrone’s tally, Diao has also netted 6 times in Serie A. His ability to find space in the box and finish clinically gives Como a reliable goal threat alongside Cutrone.

Prediction

Given Lecce’s poor form and Como’s recent resurgence, this match is likely to be closely contested. Lecce’s desperation for points could see them push forward, but Como’s organization and confidence may allow them to control large spells of the game. With both sides missing key players, a low-scoring draw seems the most probable outcome, continuing the trend of tight matches between these teams. Predicted score: Lecce 1-1 Como.

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This fixture promises tension, tactical intrigue, and the potential for late drama as Lecce fight for survival and Como aim to finish strong.