Our prediction for this Serie B match:
Legendary Stadio Ennio Tardini will be the centre of attention when Parma and Spezia square off against each other in the Serie B round 33. Parma are leading the chase for automatic promotion despite dropping two points in a goalless draw with Sudtirol and their fine home record (9-6-1) is surely fuelling fans with optimism ahead of Saturday’s encounter. Spanish midfielder Adrian Bernabe Garcia is sidelined through suspension, but there are no fresh injury worries in the home team.
The Bianconeri, on the other hand, are still sitting in the relegation zone ahead of Matchday 33. Spezia have drawn each of their last four away games in the Serie B, but we are tempted to bet on Parma this time out as they are a real force to be reckoned with at home. Midfielder Filippo Bandinelli misses out through suspension, speaking of the visiting team.
Highlighted Team (Parma):
Founded in 1913, Parma is considered one of the most famous Italian clubs. The Gialloblu play home games in white shirts with a dark blue cross and dark blue shorts. Speaking of their away colours, Parma footballers wear yellow-blue kits on the travels. Parma have yet to win the Serie A trophy, but they did well to lift the UEFA Cup trophy on two occasions (1994/1995, 1998/1999).
To make things even better for Parma fans, the Gialloblu won the European Cup Winners’ Cup in the 1992/1993 season, with the team beating Royal Antwerp in the title game 3-1. A number of top-class footballers played for Parma in the past: Hernan Crespo, Roberto Mancini, Juan Veron, Roberto Mancini, Dino Baggio, Fabio Cannavaro and Gianluigi Buffon.
The Gialloblu welcome their rivals at Stadio Ennio Tardini, which was opened in 1923. The venue can hold up to 27,906 spectators. Bologna are considered Parma’s biggest rivals and there have always been fireworks in matches between the two sides.