AS Monaco @ Bologna - January 18, 2025

As I stand on the edge of my seat, buzzing with excitement, I can’t help but feel the electric anticipation building up for this weekend’s clash. Bologna F.C. 1909 taking on Monza? Now, that’s the kind of showdown that gets the blood pumping! We’ve got two teams with plenty to prove, and I can’t wait to see how this one unfolds.

Let’s talk about the context of both teams heading into this match. Bologna F.C. 1909 is sitting pretty in 8th place in the Serie A table, with a record of 7 wins, 9 draws, and 3 losses. Not too shabby if you ask me! Coming into this match after that gritty 2-2 draw with F.C. Internazionale, they’ve shown that they can score and hold their ground against even the toughest opponents. They’re hungry for that win, and I’ve got a feeling the home crowd at the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara is going to push them to deliver.

On the other hand, we have Monza. Oh boy, the struggles have been real for them. They currently sit at the bottom of the table, lounging in 20th place with just 2 wins, a whopping 7 draws, and 11 losses under their belt. It’s hard to ignore that stark difference in form. Their last match did see a flicker of hope with a victory against ACF Fiorentina, but let’s be honest — winning against the struggling teams is a far cry from pulling off an away victory against Bologna.

Honestly, the sportsbooks have made their feelings pretty clear, with Bologna favored at -167 to win and Monza at 475. Talk about a mismatch! It’s a reminder of how crucial points are for Monza, who desperately need to claw their way out of this hole. But here’s the kicker — sometimes desperate teams can pull off surprising performances, and if Monza can channel that underdog spirit, anything’s possible.

However, I would be doing my loyal Bologna supporters a disservice by not admitting I fully expect them to dominate this affair. The mix of their home advantage and the motivated players marching onto the pitch gives them an edge that Monza will find hard to counter. I also predict we could see another high-scoring affair—especially after Monza’s recent win and Bologna’s knack for goals.

With their potent offense, watch for Bologna to definitely find the back of the net, while Monza might grab a sneaky goal here and there. But if Bologna keeps their defensive structure solid, I can see them walking away with at least a 3-1 victory.

So, grab your jerseys, rally your friends, and get ready for a thrilling Saturday! I’ll be rocking my lucky kit, ready to cheer every minute of the match. It’s Bologna’s time to shine, and I can’t wait for the chance to hoist our heads a little higher in the Serie A standings come Saturday evening! Forza Bologna!