Genoa vs Lecce 23 Aug 2025

🔎 Overview

The 2025–26 Serie A season opens with a compelling fixture at the iconic Stadio Luigi Ferraris as Genoa host Lecce. Genoa, under Patrick Vieira, aim to build on a stable mid-table finish and kick off strongly at home. Meanwhile, Lecce come into the game looking to improve on last season’s narrow escape from relegation under Eusebio Di Francesco.

Genoa have enjoyed a positive preseason, including a commanding 3–0 win in their Coppa Italia opener, and they will rely heavily on striker Andrea Pinamonti to lead the attack. Lecce’s cup victory 2–0 in their opening round has boosted morale, but they face the challenge of breaking down a resolute Genoa defense on their travels.

📊 Head-to-Head Stats

• 🆚 Total Matches: 42

• ✅ Genoa Wins: 18

• ✅ Lecce Wins: 12

• 🟰 Draws: 12

• ⚽ Last Meeting: Lecce 1–2 Genoa (May 2025, Serie A)

Genoa have dominated recent meetings, especially at home, winning their last three matches at Luigi Ferraris against Lecce.

🧠 Tactical Preview

🟥 Genoa

• Manager: Patrick Vieira

• Formation: Likely 4-3-3

• Strengths: Strong home form, quick transitions, effective wide play

• Concerns: Inconsistency in opening fixtures historically

• Key Player: Andrea Pinamonti – The spearhead expected to provide goals

⬜ Lecce

• Manager: Eusebio Di Francesco

• Formation: Defensive 4-4-2 or 4-3-3 depending on opponent

• Strengths: Solid team spirit, recent cup success

• Weaknesses: Struggled offensively last season, fragile away record

• Key Player: Nikola Krstović – Their main goal threat who must deliver

📉 Form Guide (Last 5 Matches)

🎯 Prediction

Genoa 2–1 Lecce

Genoa’s home advantage and recent form give them the edge, but Lecce’s resilience means it will be a hard-fought game. Expect an entertaining encounter with Genoa narrowly coming out on top.