- Date: Friday, September 20, 2024
- Venue: Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi, Verona
- Fixture: Hellas Verona vs Torino, Serie A
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Football fans, get ready for an exciting Friday night Serie A clash as Hellas Verona hosts Torino at the Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi! Both teams are looking to improve their positions in the 2024-2025 season. Verona, currently sitting in 14th place, aims to distance themselves from the relegation zone. Torino, positioned 10th, will be eager to push for European qualification with a positive result away from home.
Verona has had a mixed start to the season, with 1 win, 2 draws, and 2 losses from their 5 matches. Torino has shown slightly better form with 2 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses. With both teams hungry for points, we can expect an intense and closely fought match under the Friday night lights.
Recent Head-to-Head
The recent encounters between these two sides have been closely contested:
- Torino 0 – 0 Verona (03/02/2024)
- Verona 1 – 1 Torino (16/09/2023)
- Torino 1 – 1 Verona (04/01/2023)
- Verona 2 – 0 Torino (14/08/2022)
- Torino 1 – 0 Verona (19/12/2021)
The head-to-head record is fairly balanced, with both teams having their moments in recent meetings.
Key Players
Hellas Verona:
- Darko Lazović: Key midfielder with 1 assist
- Lorenzo Montipò: Goalkeeper with 16 saves in 5 matches
Torino:
- Duván Zapata: Top scorer for Torino with 2 goals
- Nikola Vlašić: Creative midfielder with 1 assist
Prediction
Given Torino’s slightly better form and league position, they might have a small edge. However, Verona’s home advantage could make this a very close contest. We predict a narrow 2-1 victory for Torino, but don’t be surprised if Verona puts up a strong fight in this Friday night encounter.
Betting Markets
| Market | Odds | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Verona to win | 9/5 | Bet Now |
| Draw | 11/5 | Bet Now |
| Torino to win | 13/8 | Bet Now |
| Over 2.5 goals | 6/5 | Bet Now |
| Under 2.5 goals | 4/6 | Bet Now |
| Both teams to score | 10/11 | Bet Now |
This Friday night Serie A encounter promises to be an intriguing battle between a team looking to climb away from the relegation zone and another pushing for European spots. With talented players on both sides and a history of competitive matches, fans can expect an entertaining game filled with skillful play and tactical intrigue at the Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi.
