Avellino vs Palermo - Serie B

The Serie B returns to the home ground on September 13, 2026, where Avellino and Palermo will lock horns in a contest that could shape their respective campaigns. The left-back was taken off in the final minutes against Everton with cramp, and was not risked for the Champions League clash vs Sabah on Thursday.

A glance at the Serie B table tells the story: Avellino in 4th and Palermo in 2nd, with positions to defend and places to climb. Avellino have held their own of late, DWWL in their last five reflecting a steady win rate of 50%. Few sides travel as well as the visitors, with DWWW in their last five and a win rate of 75% marking them out as a class apart. Their respective approaches this season have differed noticeably, and the tactical contrast could prove telling. Sky Sports columnist Laura Hunter analyses the big talking points from the first round of Women's Super League matches, bringing you closer to the key stories at the heart of the women's game.

Tactically, the contest promises a fascinating contrast. Avellino will look to impose their style on home soil, while Palermo are likely to have ideas of their own about how to gain the upper hand. Schalke were third bottom for possession in winning the second tier, let alone facing Bayern.

When C. Shpendi is on the pitch — 5 goals to his name this term — moments of magic are never far away, and the Serie B's top scorer will be central to how this one unfolds. How each side deals with the other's danger men — and who takes their chances when they come — will be central to the outcome. Former Arsenal youth striker Vigar, who was 21, died in September 2025 after suffering a brain injury when he collided with a concrete barrier trying to keep a ball in play during a match at Wingate and Finchley.

With the sides closely matched, the outcome may well hinge on which team takes its chances on the day. Given the balance of the numbers, Palermo look capable of springing a surprise on the road — a 2-3 away victory is a distinct possibility. More than just three points is on the line at the home ground — this is a fixture that could shape the narrative of both clubs' seasons. Fulham's Antonee Robinson could be one of those, who would likely be a cheaper alternative to Hall, who has just enjoyed a breakout season with the Magpies.