Empoli vs Arezzo prediction, odds and how to watch

Mantova led through Edoardo Saporiti's header but Empoli scored three times in the final half-hour to claim a 3-1 away victory in a match that turned completely on its head after the break.

Empoli took all three points at home with a 1-0 win over Cremonese, courtesy of an early headed goal that stood up despite Cremonese controlling possession for long stretches. Sophie Hargreaves breaks down the tactical patterns that made this result entirely predictable if you knew where to look.

Monza let a winning position slip to draw 2-2 with Empoli, dropping points that could prove costly in the Serie B promotion picture with one round of fixtures remaining.

Venezia secured a commanding 2-0 victory over Empoli at home, moving to 79 points at the top of the Serie B table with just one match of the season remaining. A night of controlled, purposeful football from the leaders.

Modena have been genuinely difficult to beat at home this season, but Empoli travel to the Stadio Braglia having already won their opening Serie B fixture and carrying the confidence of a side with nothing to fear on the road.

Empoli have been a different team at home this season, but Arezzo come to Tuscany on Friday having already shown they can score and win on the road. This is a sharper fixture than the division table currently suggests.

Carrarese have yet to lose at home this season, while Empoli arrive in Tuscany having won none of their last five away fixtures. Something has to give.

Empoli host Cremonese in Serie B on Saturday 22 August, with the hosts carrying genuine home momentum into a fixture that the model tips to end without both sides scoring. Here is everything you need to know.