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Serie B | Sat 31 Oct, 18:30

Sampdoria v Virtus Entella Stats

Data last updated: Fri 30 Oct 2026, 08:11 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Sampdoria and Virtus Entella meet in a Serie B clash where both teams have shown tendencies to find the net despite defensive vulnerabilities. Sampdoria, positioned lower in the table, have struggled defensively but maintain an attacking threat, while Virtus Entella's mid-table standing reflects a balanced approach with moderate scoring and defensive solidity. Recent matches suggest an open game with both sides capable of scoring, setting the stage for a contest where offensive intent and defensive lapses could lead to goals at both ends.

BT4Y best bet

Both Teams to Score

  • Sampdoria have an 80% BTTS rate this season, showing frequent goal concessions and scoring.
  • Virtus Entella also have a 60% BTTS rate, indicating regular involvement in matches with goals at both ends.
  • The average shots per game are high for both teams, with Sampdoria averaging 15.2 and Virtus Entella 14.6 shots, supporting attacking activity.
  • Head-to-head meetings average 3.33 goals per game, suggesting a history of open, goal-rich encounters.
  • Sampdoria’s recent form includes conceding 2 goals per game, while Virtus Entella concedes 0.8, highlighting defensive vulnerabilities on both sides.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model identifies a strong 76% chance for both teams to score, supported by high BTTS rates for Sampdoria (80%) and Virtus Entella (60%). Both teams generate significant shot volumes, with Sampdoria averaging 15.2 shots and Virtus Entella 14.6, indicating offensive pressure. Historical head-to-head data shows an average of 3.33 goals per game, reinforcing the likelihood of goals from both sides. Defensive records reveal vulnerabilities, especially for Sampdoria, increasing the probability of both teams finding the net. This combination of attacking intent and defensive openness underpins the BTTS pick as a value-backed choice.

BTTS Rate Sampdoria80%
Strong positive
BTTS Rate Virtus Entella60%
Positive
Average Shots per Game~15 each
Strong positive
Head-to-Head Average Goals3.33 goals
Positive
Defensive Concession RateSampdoria 2.0, Virtus Entella 0.8
Positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Both teams have shown consistent attacking efforts coupled with defensive frailties, making a Both Teams to Score outcome plausible. Sampdoria’s high BTTS rate and Virtus Entella’s balanced offense suggest goals at both ends. The data supports an open match scenario where both sides can capitalize on defensive lapses, making BTTS a tactically and statistically sound selection.

Main risk

Clean-sheet strength on one side can quickly weaken the shared-scoring case.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · BTTS rationale

“This fixture features two sides with clear attacking intent but defensive inconsistencies, creating fertile ground for goals from both teams. The statistical indicators align well with the BTTS outcome, highlighting the value in backing both teams to find the net.”

Key Data Signals

Both Teams to Score evidence

Sampdoria have an 80% BTTS rate this season, showing frequent goal concessions and scoring.

Virtus Entella also have a 60% BTTS rate, indicating regular involvement in matches with goals at both ends.

The average shots per game are high for both teams, with Sampdoria averaging 15.2 and Virtus Entella 14.6 shots, supporting attacking activity.

Head-to-head meetings average 3.33 goals per game, suggesting a history of open, goal-rich encounters.

What To Watch In The Data

Both Teams to Score notes

  • Over the last three head-to-head matches, an average of 3.33 goals per game indicates a history of open, attacking contests.
  • This trend, combined with recent form and season stats, suggests a tempo and style conducive to multiple goals and supports the likelihood of both teams scoring in this fixture.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Sampdoria1
Avg goals scored
Virtus Entella0.8
Sampdoria2
Avg goals conceded
Virtus Entella0.8
Sampdoria80%
BTTS rate
Virtus Entella60%
Sampdoria60%
Over 2.5 goals
Virtus Entella20%
Market aligned with main pickBTTS YesBetfred guide price · Model 66% vs implied 51% · edge +15 pts
1.95
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 54%
2.2
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 72%
1.36
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 36%
4
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 51%
1.65
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BTTS NoBet365 guide price · model 28%
1.8
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Both teams exhibit solid attacking profiles with Sampdoria scoring 1 goal per game and Virtus Entella 0.8, alongside high BTTS rates of 80% and 60% respectively. The head-to-head average of 3.33 goals per match further supports a goal-rich encounter. These factors combine to suggest a match where both sides are likely to score.
Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Market aligned with main pickBTTS YesBetfred guide price · Model 66% vs implied 51% · edge +15 pts
1.95
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Virtus Entella to WinBetUK guide price · model 45%
3.3
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Virtus Entella Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 63%
1.72
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 54%
2.2
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Sampdoria Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 45%
2.08
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Over 8.5 CornersBet365 guide price · model 49%
1.73
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DrawBetUK guide price · model 26%
3.2
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The 66.3% for Both Teams to Score sits against roughly 51.3% implied by the current price (+15 pts). Sampdoria show a 80% BTTS rate and Virtus Entella show a 60% BTTS rate, which is the right starting point for this market.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Sampdoria

LDLLW
Last 51W 1D 3L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 2D 6L
27 Oct 2026A Ascoli0-2
24 Oct 2026A Sudtirol1-1
18 Oct 2026H Arezzo1-2
09 Oct 2026A Avellino1-4
19 Sep 2026H Catanzaro2-1

Virtus Entella

DLWDD
Last 51W 3D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 102W 4D 3L
27 Oct 2026H Avellino1-1
24 Oct 2026H Mantova0-1
17 Oct 2026A Padova2-1
10 Oct 2026H Juve Stabia1-1
19 Sep 2026A Cremonese0-0
Best odds for this sectionAway / DrawBetMGM guide price · Model 79% vs implied 64% · edge +15 pts
1.57
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Virtus Entella to WinBetUK guide price · model 45%
3.3
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Virtus Entella Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 63%
1.72
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Sampdoria Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 45%
2.08
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DrawBetUK guide price · model 26%
3.2
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Home / DrawBetMGM guide price · model 56%
1.33
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Sampdoria to WinBetUK guide price · model 30%
2.3
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Recent form data shows Sampdoria scoring 1 goal and conceding 2 per game, while Virtus Entella scores 0.8 and concedes 0.8, reflecting defensive vulnerabilities and offensive capability on both sides. Sampdoria’s 60% Over 2.5 rate and 80% BTTS rate, combined with Virtus Entella’s 20% Over 2.5 and 60% BTTS, suggest a match with goals from both teams is probable.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

60%Sampdoria Over 2.5
20%Virtus Entella Over 2.5
3.33H2H avg goals
Over the last three head-to-head matches, an average of 3.33 goals per game indicates a history of open, attacking contests. This trend, combined with recent form and season stats, suggests a tempo and style conducive to multiple goals and supports the likelihood of both teams scoring in this fixture.

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