Ascoli vs Viterbese tips and predictions

Viterbese to weather the storm; stalemate beckons

Ascoli are superior than Viterbese but this is not as straightforward as it might look at face value.

This isn't a confident view but the short price for Ascoli makes them a terrible bet. Viterbese don't look likely to get the job done but they can cause some problems.

There is not much to go on in the data but given the hosts' recent defensive record on their own turf, the draw is the recommendation. Creating something of a fortress on their own turf, Ascoli haven't conceded during their most recent 3 home matches.

Ascoli are decent favourites and it is possible they just don't give anything away. In which case the BTTS No bet seems like a decent side bet. As far as the goal line is concerned, it's under 1.5 goals standing out in this one - but that might not appeal.

Ascoli have drawn 7 of their last 20 matches. Also Viterbese have drawn 9 of their last 20 away games. It's not very exciting and it feels like a match to keep at arm's length. The draw is the play after what will probably be a close encounter.

Of course, Viterbese are a third tier side so it remains to be seen how they adapt to the challenge presented by their superior rivals on their own turf.