Torino
MonzaBy Dele Lawal — Football expert specializing in European and Russian competitions
Torino is the club that defined Ivan Jurić’s managerial career—he oversaw 122 matches there between 2021 and 2024. Now, however, the Croatian tactician returns to the Stadio Olimpico as an opponent. The 51-year-old took charge of Monza over the summer, and before his arrival, the Lombardy side had never beaten the Granata in their entire history, having faced them 18 times without a single victory.
Ignazio Abate arrived in Turin hailed as one of Italy’s most promising young coaches, but things have not clicked for him at Torino so far. The first two rounds of Serie A brought no joy for the Piedmontese fans—defeats to Milan and Sassuolo, both by the identical scoreline of 1-2. And in both cases, the results were entirely deserved. In terms of the quality of chances created, the Granata came up short against both the Lombard giants (1.26 xG vs 2.18 xG) and the mid-table side from Emilia-Romagna (1.29 xG vs 1.81 xG).
The Coppa Italia could have offered some relief, but even the first-round victory over modest Serie B side Carrarese (1-0) was a laborious affair. The Bulls dominated possession but failed to register more shots on target than a team from the second division. For the upcoming match, we expect the hosts to rotate their squad selectively. Torino have a tough away trip to Florence scheduled for the weekend, and key players need to be fully fit for that clash. The club’s controversial president, Urbano Cairo, may not forgive the young coach for a third consecutive league defeat.
During pre-season, Ivan Jurić built a powerful physical foundation and managed to properly tune his new team for the start of the campaign. As a result, in the first two Serie A rounds, Monza played with immense determination, fighting for every ball until the final seconds. However, the visitors clearly lack the necessary class, so in matches against top-ten sides from last season—Inter (1-4) and Udinese (2-3)—the Biancorossi predictably failed to pick up any points.
In the Coppa Italia, the Lombardy side performed far better. Jurić usually takes this competition seriously and fields a strong lineup—at least, that was his approach at Torino. So the confident 3-0 victory over Avellino in the 1/32 finals came as no surprise. Without question, Monza’s best player at the start of the season is new centre-forward Gustavo Varela, who has scored in virtually every official match. In the previous cup round, the Portuguese striker bagged a brace.
Torino (3-5-2): Perry – Ismajli, Coco, Kemert – Aboukhlel, Angorin, Oristanio, Ilhan, Cacciamani – Zapata, Kulenovic
Unavailable: Israel, Casadei, Pellegri (all injured)
Head coach: Ignazio Abate
Monza (3-4-2-1): Thiam – Cuadio, Delli Carri, Carboni – Bakoune, Akinsanmiro, Folorunsho, Mangash – Colpani, Cutrone – Varela
Unavailable: Pessina, Touré, Ciurria (all injured)
Head coach: Ivan Jurić
Main prediction: After two unconvincing league performances, Torino as heavy favourites do not represent an attractive betting proposition. Monza, on the other hand, have impressed at the start of the season not only with their high work rate but also with the number of chances they create. In terms of expected goals, Ivan Jurić’s intensely pressing team outperformed Udinese and Avellino, and only fell slightly short against reigning champions Inter—1.11 xG vs 1.2 xG. Considering also that Ignazio Abate has never beaten the Lombardy side in four meetings as head coach, the smart play here is to back Monza not to lose at odds of 1.91.
Goals prediction: There should be no shortage of goals in this encounter. Both Torino and Monza have played two matches each in the current Serie A campaign, and in every single one, the over bet on total goals has hit. It makes sense to take over 2.5 goals in this head-to-head clash at odds of 2.13.
The editorial prediction is provided for informational purposes only and should not be treated as a direct call to action. Every reader should do their own analysis before deciding on a bet.
Torino3-5-2
Monza3-4-2-1This Coppa Italia clash between Torino and Monza looks destined to produce goals, and that's exactly why I'm backing the over 2.5 line. The odds at 1.96 offer solid value for what I expect to be an open, high-scoring affair. Both sides have the attacking quality to find the net, and defensive stability often takes a backseat in cup competitions. I'm confident we'll see at least three goals here, making this a straightforward and logical bet.
Torino vs Monza in the Coppa Italia — I'm backing the visitors to avoid defeat here. Monza have shown enough resilience to suggest they can hold their own, even away from home. The double chance on Monza or a draw at 2.24 offers solid value for this matchup. I don't see Torino dominating, so X2 is the smart play.
Torino’s defense under Abate has been a real weak spot — they’re conceding way too often. Monza will find the net here, no doubt about it. That’s why I’m backing both teams to score at 1.95.
Torino have not impressed early this season, losing both of their Serie A matches. Their only win so far was a narrow 1-0 result against Carrarese in the previous cup round.
Monza are also winless in the league after returning from Serie B, but they crushed Avellino 3-0 in the Coppa Italia. Despite two defeats, they've looked competitive — they narrowly lost to Inter away with a close xG of 1.11 to 1.2, and outperformed Udinese and Avellino in that stat. Plus, Monza have historically been a tough matchup for teams coached by Abate, whose Juve Stabia never beat them in four meetings. Monza are on par with Torino right now and have a real shot at advancing.
I’m backing Torino to cover a -1.5 goal handicap here. This isn’t about a narrow win — I expect them to dominate and put Monza away by at least two goals. The odds at 2.90 make it a value play worth taking.
Torino have the quality to control this Coppa Italia tie from start to finish. Against a Monza side that’s unlikely to sit deep and park the bus, the hosts should find plenty of space to create chances and rack up the goals. I see this ending in a comfortable win.
Torino and Monza meet in the Coppa Italia, and I see this as a fairly balanced contest. Both sides have the firepower to find the net, so backing both teams to score at 1.92 offers solid value.
Torino vs Monza in the Coppa Italia — I'm backing the home side to get the job done. Monza's performances this season have been underwhelming, and I don't see them turning it around here. With the odds at 1.76, this feels like a solid value pick for a straightforward win.
Torino and Monza go head-to-head in the Coppa Italia, and I'm taking goals at both ends. Backing both teams to score at 1.90 — simple and to the point.
Torino against Monza in the Coppa Italia — I'm taking the home win here. Cup matches can be tricky, but this line feels like solid value at 1.74.
Torino and Monza meet in the Coppa Italia, and I’m backing the visitors to avoid defeat. A draw feels like a strong possibility — something about this matchup leans towards a share of the spoils, so I’m taking the double chance on Monza or a tie at just under 2.00 odds. It’s a solid value play for the opening round.
Torino have already proven their quality against serious opposition, so facing Monza in the Coppa Italia should be a completely different story. The hosts have every reason to take control early and turn this into a one-sided affair, and I expect their attacking line to finally cut loose against a far less demanding defence.
That’s why I’m backing Torino to score at least twice at 1.99. The price is fair for a side that has looked sharp even in difficult matchups, and Monza simply don’t have the tools to keep them quiet for ninety minutes.
Both teams to score is the play here. I'm backing Torino and Monza to exchange goals in this Coppa Italia matchup. The odds at 1.95 look fair for a game where I expect both sides to find the net.
Torino are the more structured side, but their matches against Monza rarely turn into open, high-scoring affairs. The visitors have already found their rhythm through the previous Coppa Italia round and the opening league fixtures, so they’re capable of putting up a fight.
I’m expecting a cautious game with few clear-cut chances. Torino should edge it thanks to superior individual quality, but don’t count on a rout—a narrow win is the most likely outcome.
Torino have stumbled out of the gate with back‑to‑back defeats in Serie A, but this Coppa Italia meeting with Monza is the perfect spot to reset. I’m backing the hosts to finally get their first win of the season, and the 1.78 price looks more than fair for a side that needs to start delivering.
Torino are the rightful favorites in this Coppa Italia clash, and I fully expect them to get the job done. With the home advantage and a clear class edge over Monza, there's little reason to doubt a straightforward home win.
Both teams to score is the right call in this Coppa Italia clash between Torino and Monza. I'm backing that outcome at 1.95.
Monza have looked solid across the pitch so far this season, and I don't see them losing this one. A double chance on the visitors at 1.97 feels like the right call—their form suggests they can at least walk away with a draw, if not a win outright.
Monza stuck to attacking football last season, and even back in Serie A, they’re not changing their approach despite tougher competition. They scored in every single one of their last 8 matches, with 6 of those games seeing 2 to 4 goals from them alone—including two separate 4-goal hauls.
They’ve already netted against both Inter and Udinese this season despite losses, putting up 3 goals in their first 2 league games. Torino’s defense is a clear weak spot—they’ve conceded 4 goals in just 2 rounds—and Monza found the net in 5 of their 7 previous head-to-heads. Given their current attacking form, I expect them to score in every fixture, and their recent fight against Serie A champions Inter proves that point.
Torino and Monza are two of the most joyless, low-event sides in Italian football—both are in the top three for shutting down wide play. Their entire approach is built around sterile possession in midfield and suffocating the game with short passes, which means crosses and cutbacks are basically non-existent. That’s where corners come from, and with these two, you’re looking at a measly 5 or 6 corners combined. I’m taking Under 8.5 at 1.80, and I don’t expect to sweat it.
The head-to-head record and the home factor both line up behind Torino, who have historically handled Monza with composure. My call here is a comfortable home win.
That said, Monza could still nick something from set pieces or a sharp counterattack, but Torino’s quality and experience ought to carry the game. The key thing to track is the midfield: if Torino take control of the center of the park, that’s the clearest signal that the hosts are closing out the victory.
Torino's corner pressure against opponents of Monza's profile is a recurring pattern – they consistently push for more set-pieces in these matchups. That's why I'm backing the hosts to clear 5.5 corners at a solid 2.28.
Torino have started the Serie A season with two consecutive losses — not exactly what was expected from them. At the previous stage of the Coppa Italia, they squeezed past Carrarese just 1-0. Monza, back in the top flight after a stint in Serie B, haven’t won either, but their 3-0 thrashing of Avellino in the cup was convincing.
Two league defeats make it hard to see Torino as clear favourites here. Monza, despite also losing twice, have looked solid — at the San Siro against Inter, they only lost the xG battle 1.11 to 1.2, and they actually outperformed Udinese and Avellino in the same metric. On top of that, Monza have historically been a tough opponent for teams coached by Abate; his Juve Stabia never beat them in four tries. Right now, Monza are at least Torino’s equal and have every chance to advance.
A winning streak with exact score predictions has me confident. I started with a discounted bet, then three more all came through perfectly, netting me 890 thousand. That's why I'm backing Torino to win this Coppa Italia match.
Torino haven't been impressive in their first two league outings, but this Coppa Italia clash gives them a fresh opportunity to reset and get a win. Monza looked decent against Inter but lacked the experience to hold on, and the same issue surfaced against Udinese. I expect that pattern to continue, so I'm backing the home side to take this one.
Both teams to score is the smart play here. Torino and Monza meet in the Coppa Italia, and I'm confident we'll see goals at both ends. The odds of 1.94 offer solid value for an exchange of strikes.
Torino's home advantage in the Coppa Italia should translate into sustained pressure, and that usually means corners. I’m backing the hosts to rack up at least five corners — the over 4.5 line looks well within reach given the usual dynamics at home.
Torino are in one of their toughest spells in recent memory. The appointment of young Ignazio Abate was meant to inject fresh ideas, but it hasn't clicked yet — they've lost both Serie A openers 1-2 to Milan and 1-2 to Sassuolo, and the scorelines fully reflected the performances. Monza, meanwhile, are one of the league's most paradoxical sides. Their Croatian boss, hired over the summer, wants to install his trademark high-tempo approach, but the squad's limitations and the harsh reality of Serie A keep pushing back. With both teams struggling defensively and desperate for a cup win, I'm backing over 2.5 goals at 2.13.
Monza might have been capable of winning if this were a home match, but they're playing away from home. I'm backing Torino to get the job done here.
The head-to-head meetings between Torino and Monza consistently feature goals from both sides. That pattern makes me confident in backing both teams to score in this Coppa Italia fixture.
Torino’s home advantage in this Coppa Italia clash is a decisive factor. They simply look sharper and more organized at their own stadium, with a squad that outclasses Monza in both quality and depth. Monza, meanwhile, tend to run into serious trouble away from home against disciplined sides like Torino, regularly failing to carve out clear chances.
I’m backing the hosts to get the job done. A straight win for Torino at 1.84 feels like a well‑priced call.
The 'Both Teams to Score' bet at 1.93 is the right call here. Torino and Monza will both come out with an attacking mindset, and I expect each side to find the back of the net.
Torino are hosting Monza in the Coppa Italia, and I’m backing the home side to find the net at least twice. They have the attacking quality to break through Monza’s defence, especially with the added motivation of a cup tie at home. At odds of 2.04, this looks like a solid value play — Torino should get the job done in front of their own fans.
Torino will not score more than once against Monza in this Coppa Italia fixture. I'm backing the hosts to stay under 1.5 goals at 1.70.
The Coppa Italia match between Torino and Monza is a clear opportunity for the home side. Torino are currently playing in a very defensive and closed style, which makes them tough to break down.
I'm backing a straightforward win for Torino here. Their disciplined approach should be enough to handle Monza, and the odds of 1.84 offer solid value for a result that aligns perfectly with their recent form.
In this Coppa Italia matchup between Torino and Monza, I'm backing the "No" on both teams scoring. One of these sides is clearly superior in defense, making a clean sheet for the opponent the most likely outcome. With a solid defensive line, the chances of both finding the net are slim.
Torino against Monza in the Coppa Italia on September 1st? I see both teams scoring as the only sensible call. That's my bet at 1.92.
Torino vs Monza in the Coppa Italia. I'm backing another painfully dull 1-0 win for the home side. Monza simply don't have the firepower to challenge here, so I see this ending with a narrow, low-scoring victory for Torino.
Torino have freshened up and look reinvigorated coming into this Coppa Italia tie. I'm backing them to handle business on home soil against Monza.
Torino are the clear favorites in this Coppa Italia encounter, and there's no doubt in my mind they’ll take the win against Monza. I expect the hosts to get the job done.
Torino vs Monza in the Coppa Italia — I'm backing the home side to get the job done. Monza's performances this season have been underwhelming, and I don't see them turning it around here. With the odds at 1.76, this feels like a solid value pick for a straightforward win.
Torino against Monza in the Coppa Italia — I'm taking the home win here. Cup matches can be tricky, but this line feels like solid value at 1.74.
Torino are the more structured side, but their matches against Monza rarely turn into open, high-scoring affairs. The visitors have already found their rhythm through the previous Coppa Italia round and the opening league fixtures, so they’re capable of putting up a fight.
I’m expecting a cautious game with few clear-cut chances. Torino should edge it thanks to superior individual quality, but don’t count on a rout—a narrow win is the most likely outcome.
Torino have stumbled out of the gate with back‑to‑back defeats in Serie A, but this Coppa Italia meeting with Monza is the perfect spot to reset. I’m backing the hosts to finally get their first win of the season, and the 1.78 price looks more than fair for a side that needs to start delivering.
Torino are the rightful favorites in this Coppa Italia clash, and I fully expect them to get the job done. With the home advantage and a clear class edge over Monza, there's little reason to doubt a straightforward home win.
The head-to-head record and the home factor both line up behind Torino, who have historically handled Monza with composure. My call here is a comfortable home win.
That said, Monza could still nick something from set pieces or a sharp counterattack, but Torino’s quality and experience ought to carry the game. The key thing to track is the midfield: if Torino take control of the center of the park, that’s the clearest signal that the hosts are closing out the victory.
Torino have started the Serie A season with two consecutive losses — not exactly what was expected from them. At the previous stage of the Coppa Italia, they squeezed past Carrarese just 1-0. Monza, back in the top flight after a stint in Serie B, haven’t won either, but their 3-0 thrashing of Avellino in the cup was convincing.
Two league defeats make it hard to see Torino as clear favourites here. Monza, despite also losing twice, have looked solid — at the San Siro against Inter, they only lost the xG battle 1.11 to 1.2, and they actually outperformed Udinese and Avellino in the same metric. On top of that, Monza have historically been a tough opponent for teams coached by Abate; his Juve Stabia never beat them in four tries. Right now, Monza are at least Torino’s equal and have every chance to advance.
A winning streak with exact score predictions has me confident. I started with a discounted bet, then three more all came through perfectly, netting me 890 thousand. That's why I'm backing Torino to win this Coppa Italia match.
Torino haven't been impressive in their first two league outings, but this Coppa Italia clash gives them a fresh opportunity to reset and get a win. Monza looked decent against Inter but lacked the experience to hold on, and the same issue surfaced against Udinese. I expect that pattern to continue, so I'm backing the home side to take this one.
Monza might have been capable of winning if this were a home match, but they're playing away from home. I'm backing Torino to get the job done here.
Torino’s home advantage in this Coppa Italia clash is a decisive factor. They simply look sharper and more organized at their own stadium, with a squad that outclasses Monza in both quality and depth. Monza, meanwhile, tend to run into serious trouble away from home against disciplined sides like Torino, regularly failing to carve out clear chances.
I’m backing the hosts to get the job done. A straight win for Torino at 1.84 feels like a well‑priced call.
The Coppa Italia match between Torino and Monza is a clear opportunity for the home side. Torino are currently playing in a very defensive and closed style, which makes them tough to break down.
I'm backing a straightforward win for Torino here. Their disciplined approach should be enough to handle Monza, and the odds of 1.84 offer solid value for a result that aligns perfectly with their recent form.
Torino have freshened up and look reinvigorated coming into this Coppa Italia tie. I'm backing them to handle business on home soil against Monza.
Torino are the clear favorites in this Coppa Italia encounter, and there's no doubt in my mind they’ll take the win against Monza. I expect the hosts to get the job done.
Torino vs Monza in the Coppa Italia — I'm backing the visitors to avoid defeat here. Monza have shown enough resilience to suggest they can hold their own, even away from home. The double chance on Monza or a draw at 2.24 offers solid value for this matchup. I don't see Torino dominating, so X2 is the smart play.
Torino have not impressed early this season, losing both of their Serie A matches. Their only win so far was a narrow 1-0 result against Carrarese in the previous cup round.
Monza are also winless in the league after returning from Serie B, but they crushed Avellino 3-0 in the Coppa Italia. Despite two defeats, they've looked competitive — they narrowly lost to Inter away with a close xG of 1.11 to 1.2, and outperformed Udinese and Avellino in that stat. Plus, Monza have historically been a tough matchup for teams coached by Abate, whose Juve Stabia never beat them in four meetings. Monza are on par with Torino right now and have a real shot at advancing.
Torino and Monza meet in the Coppa Italia, and I’m backing the visitors to avoid defeat. A draw feels like a strong possibility — something about this matchup leans towards a share of the spoils, so I’m taking the double chance on Monza or a tie at just under 2.00 odds. It’s a solid value play for the opening round.
Monza have looked solid across the pitch so far this season, and I don't see them losing this one. A double chance on the visitors at 1.97 feels like the right call—their form suggests they can at least walk away with a draw, if not a win outright.
This Coppa Italia clash between Torino and Monza looks destined to produce goals, and that's exactly why I'm backing the over 2.5 line. The odds at 1.96 offer solid value for what I expect to be an open, high-scoring affair. Both sides have the attacking quality to find the net, and defensive stability often takes a backseat in cup competitions. I'm confident we'll see at least three goals here, making this a straightforward and logical bet.
Torino have already proven their quality against serious opposition, so facing Monza in the Coppa Italia should be a completely different story. The hosts have every reason to take control early and turn this into a one-sided affair, and I expect their attacking line to finally cut loose against a far less demanding defence.
That’s why I’m backing Torino to score at least twice at 1.99. The price is fair for a side that has looked sharp even in difficult matchups, and Monza simply don’t have the tools to keep them quiet for ninety minutes.
Monza stuck to attacking football last season, and even back in Serie A, they’re not changing their approach despite tougher competition. They scored in every single one of their last 8 matches, with 6 of those games seeing 2 to 4 goals from them alone—including two separate 4-goal hauls.
They’ve already netted against both Inter and Udinese this season despite losses, putting up 3 goals in their first 2 league games. Torino’s defense is a clear weak spot—they’ve conceded 4 goals in just 2 rounds—and Monza found the net in 5 of their 7 previous head-to-heads. Given their current attacking form, I expect them to score in every fixture, and their recent fight against Serie A champions Inter proves that point.
Torino's corner pressure against opponents of Monza's profile is a recurring pattern – they consistently push for more set-pieces in these matchups. That's why I'm backing the hosts to clear 5.5 corners at a solid 2.28.
Torino's home advantage in the Coppa Italia should translate into sustained pressure, and that usually means corners. I’m backing the hosts to rack up at least five corners — the over 4.5 line looks well within reach given the usual dynamics at home.
Torino are in one of their toughest spells in recent memory. The appointment of young Ignazio Abate was meant to inject fresh ideas, but it hasn't clicked yet — they've lost both Serie A openers 1-2 to Milan and 1-2 to Sassuolo, and the scorelines fully reflected the performances. Monza, meanwhile, are one of the league's most paradoxical sides. Their Croatian boss, hired over the summer, wants to install his trademark high-tempo approach, but the squad's limitations and the harsh reality of Serie A keep pushing back. With both teams struggling defensively and desperate for a cup win, I'm backing over 2.5 goals at 2.13.
Torino are hosting Monza in the Coppa Italia, and I’m backing the home side to find the net at least twice. They have the attacking quality to break through Monza’s defence, especially with the added motivation of a cup tie at home. At odds of 2.04, this looks like a solid value play — Torino should get the job done in front of their own fans.
Torino and Monza are two of the most joyless, low-event sides in Italian football—both are in the top three for shutting down wide play. Their entire approach is built around sterile possession in midfield and suffocating the game with short passes, which means crosses and cutbacks are basically non-existent. That’s where corners come from, and with these two, you’re looking at a measly 5 or 6 corners combined. I’m taking Under 8.5 at 1.80, and I don’t expect to sweat it.
Torino will not score more than once against Monza in this Coppa Italia fixture. I'm backing the hosts to stay under 1.5 goals at 1.70.
I’m backing Torino to cover a -1.5 goal handicap here. This isn’t about a narrow win — I expect them to dominate and put Monza away by at least two goals. The odds at 2.90 make it a value play worth taking.
Torino have the quality to control this Coppa Italia tie from start to finish. Against a Monza side that’s unlikely to sit deep and park the bus, the hosts should find plenty of space to create chances and rack up the goals. I see this ending in a comfortable win.
Torino’s defense under Abate has been a real weak spot — they’re conceding way too often. Monza will find the net here, no doubt about it. That’s why I’m backing both teams to score at 1.95.
Torino and Monza meet in the Coppa Italia, and I see this as a fairly balanced contest. Both sides have the firepower to find the net, so backing both teams to score at 1.92 offers solid value.
Torino and Monza go head-to-head in the Coppa Italia, and I'm taking goals at both ends. Backing both teams to score at 1.90 — simple and to the point.
Both teams to score is the play here. I'm backing Torino and Monza to exchange goals in this Coppa Italia matchup. The odds at 1.95 look fair for a game where I expect both sides to find the net.
Both teams to score is the right call in this Coppa Italia clash between Torino and Monza. I'm backing that outcome at 1.95.
Both teams to score is the smart play here. Torino and Monza meet in the Coppa Italia, and I'm confident we'll see goals at both ends. The odds of 1.94 offer solid value for an exchange of strikes.
The head-to-head meetings between Torino and Monza consistently feature goals from both sides. That pattern makes me confident in backing both teams to score in this Coppa Italia fixture.
The 'Both Teams to Score' bet at 1.93 is the right call here. Torino and Monza will both come out with an attacking mindset, and I expect each side to find the back of the net.
In this Coppa Italia matchup between Torino and Monza, I'm backing the "No" on both teams scoring. One of these sides is clearly superior in defense, making a clean sheet for the opponent the most likely outcome. With a solid defensive line, the chances of both finding the net are slim.
Torino against Monza in the Coppa Italia on September 1st? I see both teams scoring as the only sensible call. That's my bet at 1.92.
Torino vs Monza in the Coppa Italia. I'm backing another painfully dull 1-0 win for the home side. Monza simply don't have the firepower to challenge here, so I see this ending with a narrow, low-scoring victory for Torino.
The match takes place on 1 September 2026 at 20:00 at the Stadio Olimpico in Turin.
The recommended bet is Monza not to lose (double chance X2) at odds of 1.91, as Monza have impressed with their work rate and chance creation under Ivan Jurić.
Torino is coached by Ignazio Abate, while Monza is led by Ivan Jurić, who previously managed Torino for 122 matches between 2021 and 2024.
Torino lost their first two Serie A matches to Milan and Sassuolo (both 1-2) and struggled past Carrarese 1-0 in the Coppa. Monza also lost both league games (1-4 to Inter, 2-3 to Udinese) but won 3-0 against Avellino in the cup.
For Torino, Israel, Casadei, and Pellegri are injured. For Monza, Pessina, Touré, and Ciurria are unavailable.
Monza have never beaten Torino in their entire history, having faced them 18 times without a single victory.