Predictions for the Serie B game Sampdoria vs. Virtus Entella
U.C. Sampdoria - Virtus Entella betting tip & best odds | 31.10.2026
Sampdoria host Virtus Entella at the Luigi Ferraris on Saturday, 31 October 2026, with kick-off at 19:30 in Serie B’s 10th round. The hosts need points from a difficult start, while Entella arrive with a stronger record and a useful away return. Our main prediction is a Sampdoria home win, with both teams not to score as a second option.
Our betting tips for Sampdoria vs Virtus Entella
- Home win — Sampdoria (Tip 1), odds 2.30
Sampdoria’s league position and recent results make this a risky selection, but the home side can benefit from playing at the Luigi Ferraris and has a clear need to turn its season around. Entella have been more consistent, yet their four draws in nine matches underline that they have not always converted competitive performances into wins. At 2.30, backing a Sampdoria response is our preferred 1/X/2 sports betting tip, though it comes with meaningful risk. - Both teams to score — No, odds 1.88
Sampdoria have scored only eight goals in nine league games and conceded 18, a record that points to problems at both ends but also suggests their attack may not be reliable enough to contribute. Entella have conceded ten times in the league and drew 1-1 in their latest match, but this fixture could be more cautious if Sampdoria prioritise a result. Our second betting tip today is that at least one team will fail to score.
These football bets today reflect the contrast between Sampdoria’s urgency and Entella’s steadier results. The home win is the higher-risk call; the no-goal-for-both-sides option is based on Sampdoria’s modest scoring output and the possibility of a tense contest.
Best odds and bookmaker options
The listed best price for a Sampdoria win is 2.30 at Paripesa. The draw is available at 3.30 with Mozzart, while an Entella away win is priced at 3.31 at 1win. For the goals market, the best listed price for both teams to score is Yes at 1.95 with Bet365; No is offered at 1.88 by 1win. Odds can change, so compare the latest prices and check the terms before placing a bet. Our experience reviewing bookmakers and their markets is useful when comparing prices, usability and available options; our best betting sites page offers further information for readers weighing up where to bet.
Sampdoria performance check
Sampdoria come into this fixture under pressure after a poor opening nine rounds. They have collected five points and sit 19th in the table, with one win, two draws and six defeats. Their goal difference is a concern: eight scored and 18 conceded. The home record is also far from convincing, with one win and two losses from three games at the Luigi Ferraris.
Their latest outing ended in a 2-0 away defeat to Ascoli, extending a five-match run across all competitions in which they have won once, drawn once and lost three times. The results make it difficult to describe the hosts as favourites on form alone. However, Sampdoria have the advantage of home support and a clear opportunity to reset in front of their own fans. Coach Bernardo Corradi will need his side to show greater defensive discipline while finding a more effective way to turn possession and attacking moments into goals. If they can avoid conceding early, the pressure may shift onto Entella.
Virtus Entella’s current form
Virtus Entella are in 12th place with ten points from nine league matches. Their record of two wins, four draws and three defeats is more balanced than Sampdoria’s, and they have scored 11 goals while conceding ten. That relatively even goal difference reflects a side that has generally stayed competitive, although the high number of draws shows there is room to be more decisive.
Entella’s away record is particularly notable: two wins, one draw and one defeat. They have therefore taken points regularly on the road and should not be underestimated at the Luigi Ferraris. Their latest match was a 1-1 home draw with Avellino, and their last five outings across all competitions have produced one win, three draws and one loss. Coach Andrea Chiappella can take encouragement from that consistency, but his team will need to manage Sampdoria’s response to their difficult league position. Entella’s stronger overall numbers make them a credible threat, even if our prediction leans toward a home turnaround.
The last direct duels
The recent head-to-head record is evenly split. Across the last three meetings in all competitions, Sampdoria have won once, Virtus Entella have won once and the remaining fixture ended in a draw. The most recent encounter finished 1-1, and the latest Serie B meeting also ended level by the same scoreline. That result suggests the teams can be closely matched, but three games are a small sample and do not settle the question of how this contest will unfold.
The previous draw is relevant to the betting picture: Entella have shown they can frustrate Sampdoria, while the hosts will be looking to make home advantage count this time. A tight start would not be surprising, particularly given Sampdoria’s need to avoid another damaging result and Entella’s tendency to draw.
Match conclusion and final prediction
On the season’s numbers, Virtus Entella have the stronger case: they have twice as many points, a better goal difference and a solid away record. Sampdoria, by contrast, have struggled to score and have conceded frequently. Those factors make the home-win pick a bold one rather than a low-risk forecast. Still, the Luigi Ferraris gives Sampdoria a chance to respond, and the urgency of their position could bring a more committed performance than their recent results suggest.
Our main prediction is Sampdoria to win at 2.30, with the expectation that home advantage and the need for points can help them edge a close match. The alternative is Both teams to score — No at 1.88, supported by Sampdoria’s limited scoring record and the prospect of a cautious, high-pressure game. As with any football prediction, neither outcome is guaranteed; consider the odds carefully and bet responsibly.
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Performance
Sampdoria performance of the last 4 home matches
Virtus Entella performance of the last 6 away matches
Current Standing
| POS | TEAM | PTS | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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1
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Palermo
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23 | 9 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 21 | 11 | 10 |
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2
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Modena
|
19 | 9 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 17 | 9 | 8 |
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3
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Ascoli Picchio
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18 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 16 | 6 | 10 |
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4
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Mantova 1911 SSD
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17 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 14 | 10 | 4 |
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5
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Benevento Calcio
|
15 | 9 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 14 | 8 | 6 |
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6
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AC Pisa
|
15 | 9 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 18 | 13 | 5 |
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7
|
FC Südtirol
|
13 | 9 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 10 | 9 | 1 |
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8
|
Padova
|
13 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 10 | -1 |
|
9
|
Hellas Verona FC
|
12 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 16 | 13 | 3 |
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10
|
Avellino
|
12 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 13 | 10 | 3 |
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11
|
SS Juve Stabia
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12 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
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12
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Cesena
|
11 | 9 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 10 | 13 | -3 |
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13
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Virtus Entella
|
10 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 11 | 10 | 1 |
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14
|
Carrarese
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10 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 10 | -1 |
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15
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US Arezzo
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10 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 19 | -10 |
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16
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US Cremonese
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9 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 8 | 11 | -3 |
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17
|
Vicenza
|
9 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 12 | 17 | -5 |
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18
|
Empoli FC
|
7 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 8 | 15 | -7 |
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19
|
U.C. Sampdoria
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5 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 8 | 18 | -10 |
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20
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US Catanzaro
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5 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 10 | 21 | -11 |
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