Verona - Sassuolo

Regular Season - 27
Kickoff: 2024-03-03 10:30

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Verona - Sassuolo Predictions

Prediction: Verona or draw
Best odds: 1.40

As the Italian Serie A season intensifies, a crucial clash at the Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi sees home side Verona take on visitors Sassuolo. With both teams locked on 20 points and teetering on the brink of the relegation zone, this match carries weighty implications. The predictions suggest a slight edge for Verona, but with the stakes so high, anything could happen on this fateful Sunday.

Verona's Key Players

Verona's survival hopes are pinned on the performances of their key players. Darko Lazović, a dynamic midfielder, boasts a rating of 6.53 and is crucial in linking play with his 292 total passes and 12 key passes. Although his goal contribution stands at one, his influence on the pitch extends beyond statistics.

Upfront, Thomas Michel David Henry carries the mantle of leading the line. With a 6.67 rating, his eye for goal is evident with three goals to his name. His ability to convert chances will be pivotal against a Sassuolo defense that has leaked goals this season.

Federico Bonazzoli, another attacker, could be the x-factor with his 6.76 rating. His nine shots on target from 17 attempts indicate a player who isn't shy to take his chances, and his link-up play could unlock Sassuolo's backline.

Sassuolo's Key Players

For the visitors, the midfield maestro Nedim Bajrami, with a 6.64 rating, will be expected to orchestrate play and create opportunities. His seven shots on target and nine key passes demonstrate his ability to threaten the opposition's goal.

Cristian Volpato, another midfielder, has shown flashes of brilliance with a 6.72 rating. His 12 key passes are indicative of his creative prowess, and he'll be looking to add to his goal tally.

The engine room is powered by Matheus Henrique de Souza, whose 6.76 rating and 579 passes total reflect his dominance in possession. With two goals and an assist, he's a vital cog in both defense and attack for Sassuolo.

Recent Form

Verona's recent form reads like a team struggling to find consistency, with their last five games resulting in two draws, two losses, and just a single win. However, playing at home could provide the much-needed boost, as they have won three and drawn five of their 12 home games.

Sassuolo, on the other hand, will be desperate to reverse their fortunes after a string of poor results, with one draw and four losses in their last five outings. Their away form doesn't inspire confidence either, with only two wins from 13 games on the road.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record between these two sides tells a story of evenly matched encounters. Their last meeting at Sassuolo's ground ended in a 3-1 victory for the hosts. However, Verona secured a 2-1 win in the previous matchup at their home turf. Overall, the last three meetings have seen two victories for Sassuolo and one for Verona.

Prediction

The prediction for this match leans towards Verona, with a "Double chance: Verona or draw" being the advised betting tip. The statistics and recent form suggest that Verona has a 45% chance of securing a win, with the same percentage for a draw and only a 10% chance for a Sassuolo victory.

Given Verona's stronger form at home and the vital contributions expected from Lazović, Henry, and Bonazzoli, it seems likely that they will at least avoid defeat. Sassuolo will rely heavily on Bajrami, Volpato, and Matheus Henrique to pull off an upset, but the odds are stacked against them.

In conclusion, the prediction points towards a Verona win or a draw, with the home side tipped to edge out their rivals in a tightly contested match. The battle to escape the clutches of relegation is on, and Verona might just have enough to secure those crucial points.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

75%
25%

Attacking Potential

44%
56%

Defensive Potential

63%
37%

Poisson Distribution

57%
43%

Stregth H2H

40%
60%

Goals H2H

48%
52%

Wins the game

55%
46%

Verona - Sassuolo Head to Head

Serie A standings

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1 Inter players, news and schedule Inter 30 25 4 1 73 14 59 79
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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