The Italian Serie B is heating up, and the match between Bari and Virtus Entella on 01.05.2026 is expected to be a highlight. With our expert insights into both Bari and Virtus Entella's strategies and previous encounters in the Italian Serie B, our prediction will guide your betting decisions. Don’t miss out on betting on this critical match!
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | Padova | 36 | 10 | 10 | 16 | 34/46 | 40 |
| 15 | Virtus Entella | 36 | 9 | 12 | 15 | 34/48 | 39 |
| 16 | Empoli | 36 | 8 | 13 | 15 | 44/52 | 37 |
| 18 | Reggiana | 36 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 34/54 | 34 |
| 19 | Bari | 36 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 33/58 | 34 |
| 20 | Spezia | 36 | 8 | 9 | 19 | 40/56 | 33 |
Key Player Statistics: Bari vs Virtus Entella
x 14Bari vs Virtus Entella Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Serie B | Virtus Entella | Bari | 30.09.2025 | 2-2 |
| Serie B | Bari | Virtus Entella | 27.04.2018 | 1-0 |
| Serie B | Virtus Entella | Bari | 03.12.2017 | 3-1 |
| Serie B | Virtus Entella | Bari | 04.03.2017 | 2-0 |
| Serie B | Bari | Virtus Entella | 09.10.2016 | 1-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Serie B | Avellino | Bari | 24.04.2026 | 2-0 |
| Serie B | Bari | Venezia | 18.04.2026 | 0-3 |
| Serie B | Monza | Bari | 11.04.2026 | 2-0 |
| Serie B | Bari | Modena | 06.04.2026 | 3-1 |
| Serie B | Bari | Carrarese | 22.03.2026 | 0-3 |
| Serie B | Frosinone | Bari | 18.03.2026 | 2-1 |
| Serie B | Bari | Reggiana | 14.03.2026 | 4-1 |
| Serie B | Pescara | Bari | 08.03.2026 | 4-0 |
| Serie B | Bari | Empoli | 04.03.2026 | 2-1 |
| Serie B | Sampdoria | Bari | 27.02.2026 | 0-2 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Serie B | Virtus Entella | Padova | 25.04.2026 | 1-0 |
| Serie B | Empoli | Virtus Entella | 19.04.2026 | 1-1 |
| Serie B | Virtus Entella | Venezia | 11.04.2026 | 1-1 |
| Serie B | Mantova | Virtus Entella | 06.04.2026 | 1-0 |
| Serie B | Virtus Entella | Reggiana | 22.03.2026 | 3-0 |
| Serie B | Pescara | Virtus Entella | 18.03.2026 | 3-0 |
| Serie B | Virtus Entella | Avellino | 15.03.2026 | 1-2 |
| Serie B | Sudtirol | Virtus Entella | 07.03.2026 | 0-1 |
| Serie B | Virtus Entella | Modena | 03.03.2026 | 2-1 |
| Serie B | Monza | Virtus Entella | 27.02.2026 | 2-0 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Bari VS Virtus Entella
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Bari vs Virtus Entella
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Bari vs Virtus Entella
Two teams fighting for their Serie B lives. That's what's on the line when Bari host Virtus Entella in what could be one of the most important matches of either club's season.
Bari sit 17th with 34 points from 35 games. Entella are just two points above them in 16th. Three points here could be the difference between survival and disaster. It doesn't get much more tense than this.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative that this is a low-quality relegation scrap. The head-to-head history tells a fascinating story. Entella have actually been the stronger side historically in this fixture, winning two of the last five meetings and losing just once. That 2017 season when they beat Bari 3-1 at home? They looked completely dominant. The bookmakers have both sides level at 2.65, and honestly, that feels about right — but there's a layer here worth digging into.
Here's what you need to watch for: Bari's recent form is genuinely alarming. They've lost five of their last seven games, conceding 14 goals in that stretch. A side that has shipped 56 goals all season — the worst defensive record in this fixture — is dangerously leaky. Entella, by contrast, have found something of a rhythm, winning two of their last five and keeping things tight in recent weeks.
The surprising statistical insight? Bari have scored 33 goals in 35 games but conceded 56. That's nearly 1.6 goals against per game. Entella have also conceded freely, so both sets of supporters should probably brace for goals. The Over 2.5 goals market looks genuinely appealing here, and I'd back it strongly.
Bari's top scorer G. Moncini has nine goals in 35 appearances — solid but not spectacular. He'll need his best performance here. Meanwhile, Entella's I. Marconi leads the league in yellow cards with 14 from 33 matches. Watch that matchup in midfield closely. A booking for Marconi feels almost inevitable, and the card market deserves your attention.
My prediction: Entella edge this 1-2. They're slightly the better side right now, and Bari's home record offers little comfort given their recent collapse. For betting purposes, I'd combine Entella to win with Over 2.5 goals for genuine value at around 5.00 combined.
Saturday night football with relegation breathing down both necks. Be there. This one will be raw, desperate, and absolutely unmissable.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G. Pereiro | Uruguay | 30 | Attacker | 188 | 76 |
| M. Verreth | Belgium | 28 | Midfielder | 181 | 81 |
| G. Moncini | Italy | 30 | Attacker | 184 | 75 |
| A. Meroni | Italy | 29 | Defender | 188 | 85 |
| L. Dickmann | Italy | 29 | Defender | 177 | 70 |
| F. Vicari | Italy | 31 | Defender | 190 | 80 |
| D. Nikolaou | Greece | 27 | Defender | 188 | 82 |
| G. Sibilli | Italy | 29 | Attacker | 180 | 77 |
| A. Partipilo | Italy | 31 | Attacker | 181 | 76 |
| N. Bellomo | Italy | 35 | Midfielder | 174 | 70 |
| M. Cerofolini | Italy | 27 | Goalkeeper | 188 | 80 |
| M. Braunöder | Austria | 24 | Midfielder | 173 | 67 |
| G. Manzari | Italy | 25 | Attacker | 178 | 72 |
| M. Dorval | France | 25 | Defender | 176 | 70 |
| R. Pagano | Italy | 21 | Midfielder | 175 | n/a |
| F. Faggi | Italy | 23 | Midfielder | 183 | n/a |
| E. Rao | Italy | 20 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| P. Spadavecchia | Italy | 19 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| L. Sassarini | Italy | 19 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| M. Sanrocco | Italy | 18 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L. Parodi | Italy | 31 | Defender | 169 | 65 |
| A. Ndrecka | Albania | 24 | Defender | 174 | n/a |
| Ahmed Benali | Libya | 34 | Midfielder | 173 | 66 |
| I. Marconi | Italy | 36 | Defender | 182 | 77 |
| M. Nichetti | Italy | 29 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| D. Bariti | Italy | 34 | Midfielder | 173 | 65 |
| A. Tiritiello | Italy | 31 | Defender | 188 | 86 |
| Bernat Guiu | Spain | 25 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| F. Mezzoni | Italy | 25 | Midfielder | 181 | n/a |
| F. Del Frate | Italy | 30 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| N. Karić | Sweden | 26 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Tommaso Fumagalli | Italy | 26 | Attacker | 185 | 78 |
| Flavio Russo | Italy | 22 | Attacker | 188 | n/a |
| M. Casarotto | Italy | 27 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| Z. Menyhárt | Hungary | 21 | Midfielder | 184 cm | n/a |
| A. Franzoni | Italy | 29 | Midfielder | 188 | 80 |
| A. Debenedetti | Italy | 22 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| M. Dalla Vecchia | Italy | 21 | Midfielder | 175 | 69 |
| S. Gariti | Italy | 19 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| U. Ghio | Italy | 20 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
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