Preview: Monza Hosts Avellino in Serie B Clash

MONZA, Italy (Interstat) — Monza will look to leverage its strong home form when it hosts Avellino in a Serie B match on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, at the U-Power Stadium.

The matchup presents a contrast in recent trajectories. Monza enters unbeaten in its last five league contests (3-2-0), including a notable 1-1 draw against Inter Milan in December. Its most recent result was a 2-2 draw with Frosinone on Jan. 17.

Avellino, meanwhile, snapped a five-match winless streak with a 2-1 home victory over Sampdoria on Jan. 10. That result provided a boost for a side that had struggled for consistency, as evidenced by a 4-0 loss to Spezia and a 3-0 defeat to Empoli FC earlier in the campaign.

The head-to-head history favors the visitors. In their last meeting on Sept. 12, 2025, Avellino secured a 2-1 home win over Monza.

Statistical projections for the rematch are conflicted. Interstat’s ELO rating system gives Monza an 82.70 percent probability to win. However, the organization’s game simulator predicts a 1-1 draw.

A victory for Monza would solidify its position in the upper tier of the Serie B table as it pursues promotion. For Avellino, securing points on the road would be crucial to building momentum after its recent win and distancing itself from the relegation zone.

Following this contest, Monza faces a quick turnaround with a road match at Sudtirol on Wednesday, Feb. 11. Avellino’s next fixture is not until March 15, when it travels to face Virtus Entella.

Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. local time (1400 GMT).