Frosinone vs Bari: prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on March 18, 2026
In the 31st round of Italy's Serie B, a match between Frosinone and Bari will take place on March 18, 2026. The promotion contender will be aiming for another victory here.
Frosinone vs Bari: Team News and Expert Analysis
The team from "Benito Stirpe", after spending a year in Serie A in 2023/2024, almost suffered another relegation—finishing 15th, the last safe spot, with 43 points. However, there has since been a sharp rise, and now they are battling for one of the top two positions. The problem is that wins have been scarce at the end of winter. For example, they recently thrashed Sampdoria, but there were draws both before and after that result.
The club from "San Nicola" consistently gives its fans mixed emotions. Not long ago, they fought to the very end for a return to Serie A. Afterwards, there was a steep decline. Last season was modest but stable—they finished ninth with 48 points. Now, however, their survival chances are looking slimmer, so it’s no surprise that fans attempted to confront the club president. Nevertheless, in recent rounds, they have been losing less frequently. Yes, there was a 0-4 defeat to Pescara recently, but they won three of their last four games, including one against Reggiana.
One of the league leaders scores an average of 1.9 goals per game while conceding half as much—just one per match. For the underdog, the situation is almost the opposite: scoring 0.97 goals and conceding 1.5 per game.
Previous matches: Frosinone vs Bari
Last season, Bari won both encounters. However, in November they lost at home 2-3.
The hosts are favored. However, considering the visitors’ momentum, it is worth considering a bet on "both teams to score" (odds – 1.74).
Frosinone vs Bari: Key Statistics and Trends
- Frosinone have won three of their last nine matches
- 57% of Frosinone’s matches end with goals from both teams, with an average total of 2.9 goals per match
- Bari have lost only two of their last seven matches
- 57% of Bari’s matches end with goals from both teams, with an average total of 2.47 goals per match
Frosinone vs Bari: Probable Starting Lineups
Frosinone are expected to line up in a 1-4-3-3 formation (probable lineup): Palmizani – Marchizza, Calvani, Cittadini, Oyono – Cicella, Koutsoupias, Calo – Kvernadze, Raimondo, Ghedjemis. Zilli and Marchizzi are unavailable.
Bari are expected to use a 1-3-6-1 formation (probable lineup): Cerofolini – Mantovani, Odenthal, Cistana – Dorval, Rao, Tomas Esteves, Artioli, Maggiore, Piscopo – Moncini. Sibilli is suspended; Dorgbo, Boujo, and Veret are injured.
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