Palermo vs Cesena predictions, Apr 18, 2026

Italian Serie B, on Saturday,

Palermo

Cesena

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On April 18, 2026, U.S. Città di Palermo will host AC Cesena in a crucial Serie B clash at the Stadio Renzo Barbera. Palermo comes into this match in solid form, having secured victories in three of their last five outings, indicating a growing momentum that could be essential in their quest for promotion. In contrast, Cesena has struggled recently, managing only one victory in their last five matches, highlighting a concerning trend for the visiting side.

Palermo’s recent success can be attributed to their attacking prowess and tactical discipline, making them a formidable opponent on home turf. The team’s ability to control possession and create scoring opportunities will be critical as they aim to exploit any defensive vulnerabilities presented by Cesena. Conversely, the away team will need to tighten their defensive organization and look for opportunities on the counter to disrupt Palermo’s rhythm.

Bookmakers favor Palermo with odds of 1.59 for a home win, reflecting a 58.8% probability according to model predictions. With anticipated tactics favoring the home side, a potential final score of 2:1 may well be within reach. However, as always in football, unexpected outcomes are possible, making this matchup an intriguing watch.

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Palermo
58.9%
Draw
23.2%
Cesena
17.9%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 1.57 4.19 5.48
betsson 1.6 3.9 4.95
MarathonBet 1.58 4.05 5.35 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 1.57 3.8 5
Pinnacle 1.55 4.25 5.21

Latest Results

10.04.26 Frosinone Calcio – U.S. Città di Palermo – 1:1
05.04.26 U.S. Città di Palermo – US Avellino – 2:0
21.03.26 Calcio Padova – U.S. Città di Palermo – 0:1
17.03.26 U.S. Città di Palermo – Juve Stabia – 2:2
14.03.26 Monza 1912 – U.S. Città di Palermo – 3:0
11.04.26 Juve Stabia – AC Cesena – 2:0
06.04.26 AC Cesena – Südtirol-Alto Adige – 1:1
21.03.26 AC Cesena – US Catanzaro – 3:1
17.03.26 Mantova FC – AC Cesena – 3:0
14.03.26 AC Cesena – Frosinone Calcio – 2:2

Facts

  • One team leads the standings, the other sits mid-table (ranked 4 in the zone Promotion ~ Serie B (Play Offs: Semi~finals) and 8 in the zone Promotion ~ Serie B (Play Offs: Quarter~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Palermo won 0.
  • The recent form of both competitors has been shaky.
  • Cesena may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, Palermo is seen as the favorite.
  • In the last 10 head-to-head matches, Palermo won 2 matches, drew 7 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 9:8. (average 0.9:0.8).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Palermo won 2 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 4:2. (average 1:0.5).

    Latest Head To Head

    27.09.25 AC Cesena – U.S. Città di Palermo – 1:1
    04.05.25 AC Cesena – U.S. Città di Palermo – 2:1
    21.09.24 U.S. Città di Palermo – AC Cesena – 0:0
    12.05.18 U.S. Città di Palermo – AC Cesena – 0:0
    21.12.17 AC Cesena – U.S. Città di Palermo – 1:1

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Venezia 34 21 9 4 68:29 39 72
    2 Frosinone 34 19 12 3 65:33 32 69
    3 Monza 34 20 9 5 53:27 26 69
    4 Palermo 34 18 11 5 55:28 27 65
    5 Catanzaro 33 14 12 7 51:40 11 54
    6 Modena 33 14 9 10 44:29 15 51
    7 Juve Stabia 34 11 15 8 41:41 0 48
    8 Cesena 34 12 8 14 42:50 -8 44
    9 Carrarese 33 10 12 11 44:43 1 42
    10 Sudtirol 34 8 16 10 36:37 -1 40
    11 Sampdoria 34 10 10 14 34:44 -10 40
    12 Avellino 34 10 10 14 38:54 -16 40
    13 Mantova 33 10 7 16 37:48 -11 37
    14 Empoli 33 8 12 13 43:48 -5 36
    15 Entella 34 8 11 15 32:47 -15 35
    16 Padova 33 8 10 15 32:45 -13 34
    17 Bari 34 8 10 16 33:53 -20 34
    18 Pescara 34 7 11 16 47:61 -14 32
    19 Spezia 33 7 9 17 32:49 -17 30
    20 Reggiana 33 7 9 17 31:52 -21 30

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