Fiorentina - Verona

Regular Season - 16
Kickoff: 2023-12-17 13:00

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Fiorentina - Verona Predictions

Prediction: Fiorentina or draw
Best odds: 1.13

As the Italian Serie A heats up, Fiorentina is set to clash with Verona in what is anticipated to be a gripping encounter at the Stadio Artemio Franchi. With predictions hinting at a favorable outcome for the home side, fans are eager to see if Fiorentina can solidify their position for European qualification or if Verona can upset the odds and escape the relegation zone.

Key Players

Fiorentina boasts a trio of attackers who could prove pivotal. Christian Michael Kouamé Kouakou, with a rating of 6.63, has been a consistent presence upfront. With his dynamic playing style, he has managed to put 3 shots on target out of 9 attempts, contributing 1 goal to Fiorentina's campaign.

Joining him in the attack is M'Bala Nzola, whose performance rating of 6.69 reflects his importance to the team. Nzola's vision has resulted in 2 assists, and with 5 shots on target from 8 attempts, he's a threat that Verona's defense must be wary of. His ability to link play is evident in his 12 key passes from a total of 148.

Rounding up the attacking threat is Lucas Beltrán, with a rating of 6.73. Beltrán has shown his worth by contributing 1 goal and 1 assist, and his knack for creating opportunities is clear from his 9 key passes. His sharp attacking instincts will be crucial for Fiorentina to break down Verona's backline.

On the other side, Verona will look to Darko Lazović in midfield to provide stability and creativity. Lazović, with a rating of 6.53, has taken 4 shots, 2 of which were on target, and has completed 134 passes, signaling his role as a key playmaker for the team.

In attack, Federico Bonazzoli stands out with a rating of 6.81. Bonazzoli's eye for goal is evident, having taken 13 shots, 8 on target, and scoring 1. His talent in the final third will be vital for Verona as they seek to climb out of the relegation zone.

Lastly, Milan Đurić, with the highest rating among Verona's key players at 6.90, has been a formidable presence upfront. His 4 shots on target from 7 attempts and his overall contribution to the team's attacking play will be essential in Verona's search for goals.

Recent Form

Fiorentina comes into the match with a mixed bag of results, having won 3 and lost 2 of their last 5 games. Their home form, however, has been solid, with 4 wins out of 7 matches. Verona, struggling at the 18th spot, has a more daunting recent record, with 3 losses and 2 draws in their last 5 outings. Their away form doesn't inspire confidence either, with just 1 win in 8 games.

Head-to-Head History

The recent history between the two sides favors Fiorentina, who have won the last two encounters. On February 27, 2023, they triumphed with a convincing 3-0 victory at Verona's home ground. Earlier in the season, on September 18, 2022, Fiorentina secured a 2-0 win at home, suggesting a psychological edge as they prepare to host Verona once again.

Prediction

Taking into account the form of both teams, their head-to-head record, and the key player matchups, the prediction leans heavily towards a Fiorentina victory. With a 45% chance to win and a 45% chance for a draw, the odds are stacked against Verona, who has a mere 10% chance of taking home all three points.

The advice for this match is a "Double chance: Fiorentina or draw," reflecting the home team's strong position. Fiorentina's attack, spearheaded by Kouamé, Nzola, and Beltrán, is likely to be too much for Verona's defense, which has struggled this season. The home team's solid defensive record, with a 71% rating compared to Verona's 29%, further cements their status as favorites.

In conclusion, expect Fiorentina to either win or secure a draw in this encounter, with a high probability that the match will not be a high-scoring affair, considering the under 2.5 goals prediction for Fiorentina and under 1.5 for Verona. Fans should brace for an intense match, with Fiorentina looking to strengthen their European aspirations and Verona fighting for survival in Italy's top flight.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

70%
30%

Attacking Potential

46%
54%

Defensive Potential

71%
29%

Poisson Distribution

70%
30%

Stregth H2H

85%
15%

Goals H2H

75%
25%

Wins the game

70%
31%

Fiorentina - Verona Head to Head

Serie A standings

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