The Serie A midweek round features an intriguing clash as Bologna hosts Torino at the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara. Bologna has enjoyed a fantastic start to the season, consistently sitting in the top five, driven by clinical finishing and strong home form. The Rossoblù will be keen to secure another home victory to maintain their European qualification push, especially after a frustrating 2-2 draw in their recent derby against Fiorentina where they squandered a two-goal lead. In contrast, Torino arrives following a morale-boosting late win against Genoa, which lifted them into the top half of the table. This match pits Bologna’s formidable attack and home strength against a rejuvenated Torino side that aims to upset the odds and continue their upward trajectory in the league.
Match Details
DetailInformationCompetition2025-26 Serie A (Regular Season – Matchday 9)DateWednesday, October 29, 2025Kick-off7:45 PM GMT / 19:45 UTCVenueStadio Renato Dall’Ara, Bologna, Italy
Team Form and Analysis for Bologna (Team 1)
Keywords: Bologna form, Serie A European race, Vincenzo Italiano, Riccardo Orsolini
Bologna, under the guidance of Vincenzo Italiano, has been one of the early success stories of the Serie A season. They currently sit within the top five, largely thanks to an impressive run of form that includes an overall six-game unbeaten streak across all competitions (W3, D3). Crucially, their home form has been impeccable, securing three wins out of three home league games and conceding only once. The Rossoblù‘s attack has been efficient, scoring 13 goals in 8 league matches while maintaining a strong defensive record of 7 conceded, resulting in a healthy goal difference of +6. Although they let a two-goal lead slip in their last match, their overall momentum and home advantage make them strong favourites.
The undisputed Key Player for Bologna is Riccardo Orsolini. The winger has been a revelation this season, leading the team in goals (5 in 8 league games) and displaying a clinical edge that has been vital to Bologna’s success. His ability to score from open play and set-pieces makes him the primary attacking threat.
Team Form and Analysis for Torino (Team 2)
Keywords: Torino current form, Marco Baroni, away struggles, Giovanni Simeone
Torino has endured an inconsistent start to the 2025-26 campaign but has recently found some stability, picking up two successive league victories including a dramatic late win in their last outing against Genoa. They currently occupy a mid-table position, though their season stats show a defensive vulnerability, having conceded 14 goals in 8 league games. The major concern for Il Toro is their away performance, where they have managed just one win from four games this season. Head coach Marco Baroni will rely on his team’s physicality and recent defensive resilience to counter Bologna’s potent attack.
The player Torino will look to most is striker Giovanni Simeone. The centre-forward has stepped up to become the team’s top goalscorer this season. His high work rate, poaching instincts in the box, and recent history of scoring crucial goals in away fixtures make him the most dangerous man for the visitors.
Head-to-Head Record between the teams
Bologna holds a recent statistical advantage in this fixture, particularly at the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara, where Torino has failed to win any of their last nine visits (D5, L4). Bologna has won the last two consecutive meetings between the two sides.
DateCompetitionMatchupResult2025/02/14Serie ABologna vs Torino3-2 (Bologna Win)2024/12/21Serie ATorino vs Bologna0-2 (Bologna Win)2024/05/03Serie ATorino vs Bologna0-0 (Draw)2023/11/27Serie ABologna vs Torino2-0 (Bologna Win)2023/03/06Serie ATorino vs Bologna1-0 (Torino Win)
Players to Watch
Three players who are expected to have a significant influence on the outcome of the match are detailed below:
TeamPlayerRole and ImpactBolognaLewis FergusonThe Scottish midfielder is the engine room for Bologna. His box-to-box energy, passing range, and ability to chip in with goals make him critical for controlling the tempo against Torino’s aggressive midfield.BolognaNicolò CambiaghiThe versatile forward scored in the last match and has been key to the attack, contributing with goals and assists, particularly in home games. His movement helps unlock deep-sitting defences.TorinoNikola VlašićThe versatile Croatian is Torino’s chief playmaker. His ability to carry the ball, create chances from midfield, and link up with the forwards will be essential if Torino is to breach Bologna’s sturdy defence.
Prediction
Keywords: Bologna vs Torino prediction, Serie A score prediction, Stadio Renato Dall’Ara
Given Bologna’s exceptional form at the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara—where they have won all three league matches so far—they enter this contest as clear favourites. While Torino has shown grit and secured two important wins recently, their overall defensive record and struggles away from home are likely to be exploited by Bologna’s efficient attack, led by Orsolini. We anticipate a competitive match with both teams finding the net, but Bologna’s superior confidence, consistency, and home advantage should prove decisive in securing all three points.
Score Prediction: Bologna 2 – 1 Torino
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