Hellas Verona vs Bologna Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Serie A 2025-26

The Rossoblu emerged victorious when they last faced the Gialloblu.

Hellas Verona are all set to lock horns with Bologna FC for their important fixture of the 2025-26 Serie A. This is going to be an interesting outing between these clubs, which will take place at the Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi.

The Gialloblu are on a poor run of form since the start of the season. They are in last place on the league table at the moment.

With his rate, they are likely to be relegated at the end of the season. Even though Hellas Verona will be at home, they will be under pressure as it will be a tough competition for them.

The Rossoblu have underperformed in their last five games. Having won seven of their 19 matches, they are placed ninth on the Serie A points table at the moment.

They will now be looking to return to winning ways. Bologna FC are going to be the visiting team, but will be keen to come up with a strong fight.

Kick-off:

• Location: Verona, Italy
• Stadium: Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi
• Date: Thursday, January 15
• Kick-off Time: 11:00 p.m. IST/ 05:30 p.m. GMT/ 12:30 p.m. ET/ 09:30 a.m. PT
• Referee: Maurizio Mariani
• VAR: In use

Form:

Verona: W-L-L-D-L

Bologna: L-D-L-L-D

Players to Watch

Giovane (Hellas Verona)

The 22-year-old will be looking to step up his game for Hellas Verona. In 19 Serie A outings this season, he has seven goal contributions. Giovane will be ready to help his side in the attacking front yet again.

He can score goals and come up with innovative plays, which can be beneficial for the hosts.

Santiago Castro (Bologna)

Santiago Castro is going to be one of the main men in the final third for Bologna FC. He has not come up with top performances this season, but he is still going to play a crucial role up front. In 17 Italian league appearances of the ongoing season, the 21-year-old has scored five goals and has two assists to his name.

Match Facts

• Bologna FC have failed to secure a win in their last five matches.
• Hellas Verona have only won one of their last five games.
• The Rossoblu have won three of their last five fixtures against the Gialloblu.

Hellas Verona vs Bologna: Betting Tips and Odds

• Bologna FC to win @23/20 BresBet
• Santiago Castro to score @11/4 Skybet
• Goals under 3.5 @3/13 Unibet

Injury and Team News

Hellas Verona will miss out on the services of Tomas Suslov. He is injured. Jean-Daniel Akpa Akpro might also sit out due to fitness issues.

Federico Bernardeschi is not going to be in action for Bologna FC due to his injury. Nicolo Cambiaghi is suspended. Lukasz Skorupski and Jhon Lucumi might also miss out due to a lack of fitness.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 76

Verona won: 15

Bologna won: 34

Draws: 27

Predicted Lineups

Hellas Verona predicted lineup (3-5-2)

Montipò (GK); Nelsson, Bella-Kotchap, Valentini; Bradaric, Niasse, Gagliardini, Bernede, Frese; Giovane, Orban

Bologna predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Ravaglia (GK); Zortea, Heggem, Lucumí, Miranda; Freuler, Pobega; Rowe, Fabbian, Dominguez; Castro

Match Prediction

Both of these clubs are on a poor run of form at the moment. Bologna FC are likely to come out on top and secure a win against Hellas Verona in their upcoming Serie A clash.

Prediction: Verona 1-2 Bologna

Telecast Details

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Nigeria: SuperSport

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