Bologna will take on relegation-threatened Hellas Verona at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara this Sunday afternoon, with the home side aiming to maintain the momentum gained from a very successful February.
The host endured a difficult start to the year, losing seven of their first 11 matches across all competitions, including six defeats in eight Serie A outings. However, Vincenzo Italiano’s side have since turned things around impressively, winning five games in a row in all competitions.
That run has also helped them advance in the UEFA Europa League and revived their hopes of pushing for a top-seven finish in the league. The Rossoblu are now aiming to secure four consecutive Serie A victories.
They are on a five-match winning streak across all competitions, with their last game ending in a 1-0 victory against Pisa. Bologna have struggled on their own turf this season, winning only once at home in Serie A since early November.
On the other hand, the outlook is far more troubling for Verona, who begin the round nine points from safety after suffering a painful 2-1 defeat to Napoli courtesy of a late goal.
The Gialloblu have not won a Serie A match since mid-December and are on a 12-game winless streak. Defensive problems have been a major factor in their struggles, as they possess the league’s worst defensive record, conceding 48 goals.
Read our Bologna vs Hellas Verona predictions and preview to find out, and remember to check our other Italian Serie A predictions.
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Bologna vs Hellas Verona prediction: Home team to win
Key statistics
- Bologna have won the first half in four of their last five meetings with Verona.
- Bologna have won their last five games across all competitions.
- The Rossoblu have scored at least two goals in four of their last five meetings against Verona.
Correct score prediction: Bologna 2-0 Hellas Verona
Bologna are brimming with confidence heading into this game and we expect them to secure a comfortable victory in this fixture. We predict a 2-0 win for Bologna based on their recent form in all competitions.
Hellas Verona have struggled to maintain concentration late in games, as evidenced by their recent loss to Napoli, and we expect the hosts to exploit these lapses and claim a win.
Pre-match odds and win probability: Bologna clear favourites at home
- Home: 4/7 (1.57) – 63.6%
- Draw: 3/1 (4.00) – 25.0%
- Away: 19/4 (5.75) – 17.4%
*Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.*
Bologna are the favourites to win and are priced at 1.57 odds, giving them a 63.6% implied probability of claiming victory on home soil. Verona are the clear underdogs at 5.75 odds, translating to just a 17.4% chance of securing an away win.
The draw stands at 4.00 odds, suggesting a 25.0% probability of the sides sharing the spoils in what could still prove competitive despite Bologna entering the clash as the strong favourite.
Most recent head-to-head: Rossoblu dominant
Looking at the recent history between these two sides, the record demonstrates a clear advantage for the home team. In their last five meetings, Bologna have emerged victorious on four occasions, with Hellas Verona winning only once.
The most recent encounter took place just two months ago, in January 2026, where Bologna secured a 3-2 away win in a thrilling contest at the Bentegodi. Before that, the Rossoblu earned a 2-1 victory in March 2025 and a 2-0 success at the Dall'Ara in February 2024.
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Bologna preview: Selection concerns for Italiano
Italiano is without Juan Miranda due to injury, though Charalampos Lykogiannis has returned to full training and will compete with Nadir Zortea and Joao Mario for a place in the starting lineup.
The latter was forced off against Pisa with a minor knee issue and could join Miranda, Torbjorn Heggem and Thijs Dallinga on the sidelines. Meanwhile, experienced midfielder Remo Freuler will miss the match through suspension.
Predicted lineup: Skorupski (GK), De Silvestri, Lucumi, Casale, Zortea, Ferguson, Moro, Sohm, Bernardeschi, Castro & Rowe
Last five fixtures
- 02.03.26 – Pisa 0–1 Bologna (Serie A)
- 26.02.26 – Bologna 1–0 Brann (Europa League)
- 23.02.26 – Bologna 1–0 Udinese (Serie A)
- 19.02.26 – Brann 0–1 Bologna (Europa League)
- 15.02.26 – Torino 1–2 Bologna (Serie A)
Hellas Verona preview: Key returns but injury list remains
Top scorer Gift Orban is set to lead the line again for Verona after serving a two-match suspension. Al-Musrati also returns from suspension, providing a boost for coach Paolo Sammarco.
However, the Verona boss still has several injury concerns to manage. Suat Serdar, Antoine Bernede, Tobias Slotsager, Armel Bella-Kotchap and Pol Lirola are all sidelined with injuries, while Sandi Lovric and Rafik Belghali remain doubtful ahead of the clash.
Predicted lineup: Montipo (GK), Edmundsson, Nelsson, Valentini, Oyegoke, Harroui, Gagliardini, Akpa-Akpro, Bradaric, Bowie & Orban
Last five fixtures
- 28.02.26 – Verona 1–2 Napoli (Serie A)
- 20.02.26 – Sassuolo 3–0 Verona (Serie A)
- 15.02.26 – Parma 2–1 Verona (Serie A)
- 06.02.26 – Verona 0–0 Pisa (Serie A)
- 31.01.26 – Cagliari 4–0 Verona (Serie A)
Player to watch: Santiago Castro
Santiago Castro has been the standout performer for Bologna during their recent winning streak and he remains the most dangerous player on the pitch. He has scored three goals and in his last five games across all competitions.
The forward has also scored seven goals and provided two assists this season. His ability to convert chances makes him the primary threat to a Verona defence that have conceded lots of goals this season. We expect him to be the focal point of the Bologna attack and he will likely score the opening goal of the game.