Venezia vs Lecce prediction: expert analysis, possible lineups, August 23, 2026
Serie A Italy
In the first round of Italy’s Serie A on August 23, 2026, Venezia will face Lecce. Each side believes it deserves to start the campaign with a win.
Venezia vs Lecce: Team News and Expert Analysis
The club from the famous tourist city made another attempt to reach the top division in 2024 but once again failed to secure enough points to stay up. However, after returning to Serie B, this “elevator” worked positively, winning first place. After the summer break, they narrowly defeated Modena in the cup, winning only 3-2—and they were even trailing until the 83rd minute!
The team from "Via del Mare" once again proved to be incredibly lucky. They managed to collect only 38 points, but still managed to retain their Serie A status by finishing in the last safe spot, seventeenth. This season started with a cup match against Palermo, where they lost 0-2 and were immediately eliminated!
The current newcomer proved worthy of winning Serie B—scoring an average of 2.03 goals and conceding just 0.82 per match. By comparison, Di Francesco’s side averaged only 0.74 goals per round and conceded nearly twice as many, 1.32, per game.
Previous matches: Venezia vs Lecce
Out of the last five head-to-head encounters, Lecce has won two and lost one.
The home side will try to start with a victory, but it is also important for the visitors to claim points in such matches. Our pick: “Both teams to score” (odds – 1.91).
Venezia vs Lecce: Key Stats and Trends
- Venezia won for the first time in three matches
- Lecce won two of their last three games
Venezia vs Lecce: Probable Starting Line-ups
Venezia is expected to play in a 1-4-4-2 formation (possible line-up): Stanković – Haps, Alial, Bella-Kotchap, Shingthien – Zomm, Busio, Pérez, Enoh – Yeboah, Adams. Adorante and Sverko are dealing with injury issues.
Lecce’s likely line-up in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation: Falcone – Gallo, Thiago Gabriel, Gaspar, Veiga – Ngom, Maleh – N’Dri, Koulibaly, Pierotti – Jebbel. Banda and Berisha are unavailable.
Place your bets on the upcoming match and follow your team’s position in the Serie A standings.
