Venezia vs Salernitana: The Garnets are bound to pick up points against their direct rivals

The 9th round of Serie A has just ended, and the 10th round is about to begin. In one of the opening matches of the midweek, Venezia will take on Salernitana. Who will be stronger in the battle of the underdogs? There are several options for betting at once.

Paolo Zanetti's side is going strong at the end of the season, especially considering their modest status. Their away defeat at the hands of Sassuolo (1 - 3) broke their winning streak of three games in a row. On Matchday 8, they demolished Torino and Cagliari 1-1, and on Matchday 8, they beat Fiorentina 1-0. The points earned during this period will certainly help the team in the closing stages of the championship. Now Venezia are sitting in 16th place, two points ahead of the relegation zone.

What a defeat! Since last weekend, the team, managed by Stefano Colantuolo, conceded three goals in the 13th minute of their home game against Empoli. Understandably, it was almost impossible to get back into the game after such a monstrous start. To Salernitana's credit, though, they put in a lot of effort. Having lost the first half 0-4, Salerno won the second 2-0, and in the end, they lost not even a resounding 2-4. The Garnets remained in last place but are only three points behind from a saving 17th place. There is hope, especially from the second half against Empoli.

Although the results of Salernita and Venezia are very different in recent times, it should not be thought that the same difference is present in the class of the teams. Salerno are by no means weaker than the Venetians, as the last Serie B season in particular showed. It's almost certain that the Garnets will start to pick up points with a new head coach. The upcoming game is especially important for Salernitana because they must avoid losing to their direct rival.

• X2 for 1.80;
• Handicap 2 (0) for 2.73.