FC Torino vs SC Pisa preview, prediction, head-to-head, team news, possible line-ups, and betting tips

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4 Minutes Read
September 25, 2025

The magic of the cup is in the air as Serie A side FC Torino prepare to host Serie B challengers SC Pisa at the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino in a crucial Coppa Italia knockout fixture.1 For Torino, this match represents an important step in their quest for silverware and a chance to give valuable minutes to their wider squad. For Pisa, this is a glamour tie and a golden opportunity to test themselves against top-flight opposition, with the dream of a famous “giant-killing” upset providing huge motivation.

This special Coppa Italia match preview is designed to navigate the unique variables of a cup fixture, where squad rotation and motivation can often trump league form. We will dissect the team news, tactical approaches, and key stats to provide the sharpest analysis and betting tips for this intriguing cup battle.

FC Torino v SC Pisa match preview/Betting preview

Team Recent Form

Both teams enter this cup tie on the back of solid, if not perfect, league campaigns. Torino have been typically resolute in Serie A, while Pisa have been pushing hard in the top half of the Serie B table.

FC Torino (Serie A): DWLDW
SC Pisa (Serie B): WWDLW

key stats

Cup ties often defy league form, so focusing on specific competition stats is vital.

Torino have won their last eight Coppa Italia home games against teams from a lower division.
Pisa have managed to score in four of their last five away matches in all competitions.
In classic Torino style, Under 2.5 goals have been scored in six of their last seven competitive home games.

My correct score prediction is 2-0 to FC Torino. While Pisa will be highly motivated and will undoubtedly make this a competitive affair, the gulf in quality, even with Torino’s expected squad rotation, should be the deciding factor. Torino’s tactical identity under their manager is built on defensive solidity and structure, which doesn’t disappear when fringe players come in. Pisa will fight hard but will likely struggle to create clear-cut chances against a well-drilled Serie A defence. Expect a professional performance from the hosts, who should secure a clean sheet and a place in the next round.

FC Torino v SC Pisa H2H

Competitive meetings between these two clubs are extremely rare, making direct head-to-head analysis less relevant than current form and squad strength.

The last competitive meeting was in the 2020 Coppa Italia, where a spirited Pisa took Torino to extra time before the Serie A side eventually won 2-1.
This is the first time the teams have faced each other in over four years.
They have not met in a league fixture in the modern era.
Pisa are seeking their first-ever competitive victory at the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino.

pre game odds

FC Torino win: 1.35
Draw (in 90 mins): 4.80
SC Pisa win (in 90 mins): 8.50

team news FC Torino

As is standard for early Coppa Italia rounds, manager Ivan Jurić is expected to make wholesale changes to his starting lineup. Key players such as Duván Zapata, Alessandro Buongiorno, and Raoul Bellanova are likely to be rested. This will provide an opportunity for backup goalkeeper Luca Gemello, and forwards like Zanos Savva and Pietro Pellegri to stake their claim for more regular first-team action.

team news SC Pisa

In stark contrast to their hosts, SC Pisa will treat this as one of their biggest games of the season. Manager Filippo Inzaghi has a fully fit squad and will field his strongest possible starting eleven. They will view Torino’s rotation as a major opportunity and will set up to be defensively compact while looking to hit the hosts on the counter-attack with their top scorer leading the line.