Preview: Padova Hosts Empoli FC in Serie B Clash

ROME (Interstat) — Padova will look to reverse a recent head-to-head defeat when it hosts Empoli FC in a Serie B match on Sunday, April 12, 2026.

The contest at Stadio Euganeo pits two sides seeking consistency in the final stretch of the Italian second-division season. Empoli FC won the previous meeting this season, defeating Padova 3-1 at home on Aug. 23, 2025.

Empoli FC (3-6-8 in last 17 matches) enters with mixed form, coming off a 1-0 road loss to Sampdoria on April 6. Its attack has shown potency, including a 4-2 win over Pescara on March 22, but defensive frailties have led to a string of draws and losses. The team has conceded three or more goals in four of its last eleven outings.

Padova (3-1-7 in last 11 matches) is also seeking momentum after a 2-0 away loss to Frosinone on April 5. Its home form has been uneven, with recent losses to Palermo and a win over Carrarese in February. Padova’s victory in the last head-to-head encounter prior to this season was a 1-0 result against Pescara on Nov. 29, 2025.

According to Interstat’s game simulator, the projected final score is Padova 2, Empoli FC 1.

Following this match, Padova will host Reggiana on April 19, while Empoli FC will welcome Virtus Entella the same day.