Bologna - Verona

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65'		2 - 0	Goal	R. Freuler
27'		1 - 0	Goal	G. Fabbian	R. Orsolini (Assist)

79'		J. Cabal	Holding
70'		L. Ferguson	Tripping
69'		L. Ferguson	Tripping
45'		O. Duda	Roughing
20'		R. Freuler	Tripping

82'			In:	O. Duda	Out:	Dani Silva
82'			In:	T. Noslin	Out:	T. Henry
82'			In:	D. Ndoye	Out:	J. Karlsson
81'			In:	R. Freuler	Out:	O. El Azzouzi
81'			In:	G. Fabbian	Out:	M. Aebischer
76'			In:	R. Orsolini	Out:	C. Lykogiannis
75'			In:	S. Posch	Out:	L. De Silvestri
58'			In:	F. Centonze	Out:	J. Tchatchoua
58'			In:	K. Świderski	Out:	S. Mitrović

Bologna - Verona Predictions

Prediction: Bologna

Best odds: 1.71

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As the Italian Serie A heats up, the anticipation for the upcoming clash between Bologna and Verona is palpable. With predictions favoring the home side, Bologna, the stage is set for an enthralling encounter at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara. Will Bologna solidify their position for European qualification, or can Verona upset the odds and climb out of the relegation zone?

Key Players

Bologna's defensive solidity has been a cornerstone of their success this season, and much credit is due to Charalampos Lykogiannis. With an average rating of 6.71, Lykogiannis has been instrumental in building attacks from the back, contributing one goal and six key passes. In the midfield, Nikola Moro stands out with a rating of 6.75, showcasing his ability to control the tempo with 421 total passes and nine key passes this season.

For Verona, the attacking prowess of Cyril Ngonge cannot be overlooked. With a rating of 6.99, Ngonge leads the charge with six goals, two assists, and a remarkable 21 key passes. Alongside him, Thomas Michel David Henry, with a rating of 6.83, has proven to be a threat in front of goal, scoring twice and maintaining a presence in the attacking third.

Recent Form

Bologna's recent form has been a mixed bag with two wins, two draws, and one loss in their last five matches. However, their home record is formidable, with nine wins out of twelve games. Verona, on the other hand, has struggled to find consistency, managing only one win in their last five outings. Their away record is particularly concerning, with nine losses in thirteen matches.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head encounters between these two sides have seen Bologna come out on top more often than not. In their last meeting on October 31, 2023, Bologna secured a comfortable 2-0 victory. The two previous clashes ended in draws, and you have to go back to April 21, 2023, for Verona's last win over Bologna, a narrow 2-1 triumph.

Prediction

Taking into account the teams' current form, the head-to-head record, and the statistical analysis, the prediction leans heavily towards a Bologna victory. With a 45% chance of winning according to the data and a strong home record, Bologna is expected to dominate the game. The prediction also suggests a low-scoring affair, with less than 3.5 goals for the home side and less than 1.5 for the visitors.

In conclusion, while Verona will fight valiantly to escape the jaws of relegation, the strength and consistency of Bologna, particularly at home, should see them through. Expect a tactical battle with key contributions from Charalampos Lykogiannis and Nikola Moro for Bologna, while Cyril Ngonge will be the one to watch for Verona. The prediction stands: a win for Bologna, further cementing their claim for a spot in European competitions next season.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

81%

19%

Attacking Potential

74%

26%

Defensive Potential

58%

42%

Poisson Distribution

84%

16%

Stregth H2H

62%

38%

Goals H2H

63%

38%

Wins the game

70%

30%

Bologna - Verona Head to Head

23/02	Bologna	2 - 0	Verona
31/10	Bologna	2 - 0	Verona
18/09	Verona	0 - 0	Bologna
21/04	Verona	2 - 1	Bologna
21/08	Bologna	1 - 1	Verona

Serie A standings

Rank	Team	MP	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	Pts
1	Inter	30	25	4	1	73	14	59	79
2	AC Milan	31	21	5	5	60	34	26	68
3	Juventus	30	17	8	5	44	24	20	59
4	Bologna	31	16	10	5	45	25	20	58
5	AS Roma	31	16	7	8	56	35	21	55
6	Atalanta	29	15	5	9	54	32	22	50
7	Napoli	31	13	9	9	48	38	10	48
8	Lazio	31	14	4	13	37	34	3	46
9	Torino	31	11	11	9	31	29	2	44
10	Fiorentina	29	12	7	10	42	34	8	43
11	Monza	31	11	9	11	34	41	-7	42
12	Genoa	30	8	11	11	32	37	-5	35
13	Lecce	31	6	11	14	26	48	-22	29
14	Udinese	30	4	16	10	29	45	-16	28
15	Empoli	31	7	7	17	25	47	-22	28
16	Verona	30	6	9	15	27	40	-13	27
17	Cagliari	30	6	9	15	30	51	-21	27
18	Frosinone	31	6	8	17	38	61	-23	26
19	Sassuolo	31	6	7	18	36	59	-23	25
20	Salernitana	31	2	9	20	25	64	-39	15