Preview: Sassuolo vs Hellas Verona Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Serie A 2025-26
The Neroverdi were the better side when they last faced the Gialloblù.
US Sassuolo Calcio are now going to lock horns with Hellas Verona for their matchweek 26 contest of the 2025-26 Serie A. Mapei Stadium will witness this interesting clash between these clubs.
The Neroverdi outplayed Udinese in their last league outing. They came from behind to secure a win.
Having won nine of their 25 matches, Sassuolo are in 10th place on the Serie A points table now. Sassuolo will be at home for their next fixture, and it is going to be an advantage for them.
Hellas Verona continue their poor run of form and are likely to struggle in their upcoming game as well. They are coming in after facing a 1-2 defeat at the hands of Parma in their previous fixture. Because of their current run of form, the Gialloblù are in last spot on the Italian league table.
Kick-off:
- Location: Reggio Emilia, Italy
- Stadium: Mapei Stadium
- Date: Saturday, February 21
- Kick-off Time: 01:15 a.m. IST (Friday, Feb 20; 07:45 p.m. GMT/ 02:45 p.m. ET/ 11:45 a.m. PT)
- Referee: TBA
- VAR: In use
Form:
Sassuolo: L-W-W-L-W
Verona: D-L-L-D-L
Players to Watch
Andrea Pinamonti (Sassuolo)
Andrea Pinamonti is coming in after scoring the match-winning goal for Sassuolo in the previous matchup. It was a good performance from the 26-year-old, and he will be eager to put in top efforts once more. In 24 Serie A appearances this season, Pinamonti has scored five goals and has three assists to his name.
Abdou Harroui (Verona)
Abdou Harroui is going to play an important role in the squad for Hellas Verona. He scored a crucial spot kick for his side in the last league game, but it was not enough to avoid the defeat. From controlling the midfield to scoring goals, Harroui will be one of the main men for the visitors.
Match Facts
- Hellas Verona are on a five-match winless run.
- Sassuolo have won three of their last four games.
- The Neroverdi have won three of their last five matches against the Gialloblù.
Sassuolo vs Verona: Betting Tips and Odds
- Sassuolo to win @5/6 BetMGM
- Andrea Pinamonti to score @21/10 Virgin Bet
- Goals under 3.5 @1/4 bet365
Injury and Team News
Sassuolo will miss out on the services of Nemanja Matic and Tarik Muharemovic. They are suspended. Edoardo Pieragnolo, Daniel Boloca and Fail Cande might miss out due to their lack of fitness.
Tomas Suslov and Roberto Gagliardini are not going to be in action for Hellas Verona. They are injured.
Antoine Bernede, Pol Lirola, Nicolas Valentini and Sandi Lovric are not yet confirmed to be a part of the squad due to fitness issues. Gift Orban and Jean-Daniel Akpa Akpro are suspended.
Head-to-Head
Total matches: 27
Sassuolo won: 14
Verona won: 10
Draws: 3
Predicted Lineups
Sassuolo predicted lineup (4-3-3)
Muric (GK); Walukiewicz, Idzes, Garcia, Doig; Thorstvedt, Lipani, Kone; Berardi, Pinamonti, Lauriente
Verona predicted lineup (3-5-2)
Montipo (GK); Bella-Kotchap, Nelsson, Edmundsson; Belghali, Niasse, Al Musrati, Harroui, Bradaric; Bowie, Sarr
Match Prediction
The Neroverdi will be keen to extend their winning run, while the visitors will be under pressure. Sassuolo are likely to come out on top to defeat Hellas Verona in their upcoming Serie A clash.
Prediction: Sassuolo 2-0 Verona
Telecast Details
India: DAZN
Italy: Sky Sports, DAZN
UK: DAZN
USA: Paramount+, DAZN
When and where is Sassuolo vs Verona Serie A match?
Friday, February 20, 2026, at the Mapei Stadium in Reggio Emilia, Italy. Kick-Off is scheduled for 7:45 PM GMT.
Where and how to watch Serie A in India?
DAZN has the right to telecast the top flight of Italian football in India as of now.
Where and how to watch Serie A in Italy?
Fans in the host nation can tune into Sky Sports and DAZN to watch all the fixtures live.
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