As Hellas Verona prepares to host Fiorentina at Stadio Marc’Antonio Bentegodi this Sunday, Serie A fans are split between expecting a dramatic upset or routine victory in this crucial league clash.
Battle of Contrasting Fortunes
Fiorentina enters this match sitting 6th in Serie A with 42 points from 25 games, while Verona languishes in 16th place with just 23 points. The Viola have dominated this rivalry historically with 17 wins in their last 30 encounters compared to Verona’s six victories.
Recent Form Analysis
- Verona’s struggles: Only scored twice in seven 2025 matches – worst record in Europe’s top leagues
- Fiorentina’s momentum: Despite recent losses, maintain +14 goal differential compared to Verona’s -28
- Key absence: Fiorentina will miss suspended striker Robin Gosens
Tactical Preview
Verona manager Marco Baroni faces selection headaches with Domagoj Bradaric suspended, while Fiorentina’s Raffaele Palladino welcomes back Moise Kean from suspension. The predicted lineups feature:
| Verona Key Players | Fiorentina Key Players |
|---|---|
| Lorenzo Montipò (GK) | David De Gea (GK) |
| Amin Sarr (2 goals) | Moise Kean (6 goals) |
| Abdou Harroui (2 assists) | Rolando Mandragora (1G/2A) |
Expert Predictions
Sports analysts overwhelmingly favor Fiorentina (-110 moneyline), with predictions suggesting:
- 68% chance of over 2.5 goals
- 52% probability of Fiorentina scoring first
- Potential correct score: 2-1 Fiorentina (+650)
