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>Lecce vs Monza Predictions, Picks & Odds – 13/09/2026
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Lecce's early campaign has been a mixed bag, sitting thirteenth after picking up one win and one defeat from their opening two fixtures. A home victory offered encouragement, but the loss to Roma exposed vulnerabilities, particularly after forward Willem Geubbels limped off with a lower leg injury. Ivan Ilic's arrival on loan from Torino adds creativity in midfield, while Medon Berisha edges closer to full fitness following thigh surgery. The Via del Mare faithful will demand a response.
Monza travel to Puglia languishing in seventeenth, deep in the relegation zone after consecutive league defeats. An injury crisis has stripped manager Ivan Juric of captain Matteo Pessina, Patrick Ciurria, and new striker Gustavo Varela. Brighter news comes in the form of Patrick Cutrone's return to fitness and Dany Mota's match-winning display against Torino in the Coppa Italia. Fresh signings Michael Folorunsho and Jan Ziolkowski provide options, yet squad depth remains a genuine concern.
Lecce's home advantage is the foundation of this pick. The Salentini claimed a convincing 2-1 victory over Monza at the Via del Mare in December 2024, and their recent head-to-head record in this fixture tilts firmly in their favour. Backing the double chance 1X, covered by the home price at 2.62, offers a sensible route into a match where the hosts hold the stronger positional standing.
Monza's situation looks bleak. Captain Matteo Pessina, Patrick Ciurria, and new signing Gustavo Varela are all sidelined, stripping Ivan Juric of key personnel across the pitch. Two consecutive league defeats have left the Brianzoli in the relegation zone, seventeenth in the table, and their away form this term inspires little confidence. Patrick Cutrone's return helps, but it hardly compensates for such significant absences.
The under 2.5 goals market at 1.62 also merits attention. The sides shared a goalless draw in February 2025, and both clubs have struggled to create consistently in the opening weeks. With Lecce missing Willem Geubbels through injury and Monza lacking their first-choice striker, goals could prove scarce at the Via del Mare on Saturday afternoon.
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Trends to Know about Lecce vs Monza
- Lecce unbeaten in last two H2H meetings
- Monza missing three key first-team players
- Hosts hold six-place positional advantage
Form & Statistics: Lecce vs Monza
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Lecce vs Monza: Head-to-Head
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How to Watch Lecce vs Monza Match?
What time is Lecce vs Monza?
Lecce host Monza at the Stadio Comunale Via del Mare on Saturday 13 September 2026, kicking off at 14:00 BST.
Where is Lecce vs Monza being played?
This fixture takes place at the Stadio Comunale Via del Mare in Lecce, southern Italy.
How Can I Watch Lecce vs Monza on TV and Live Stream?
Lecce vs Monza will be broadcast on BT Sport in the UK and DAZN in Italy.