Hellas Verona will hope their recent win last time out boosts their morale as they host Genoa at the Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi on Sunday in Serie A.
This match sees the Gialloblu fighting for survival in the relegation zone, while the Grifone arrive buoyed by a massive victory over Roma.
Read on for our Hellas Verona vs Genoa predictions and betting tips, and click here to find more betting tips for today.
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Hellas Verona vs Genoa key stats
- Hellas Verona have struggled at home recently, losing five of their last six matches at the Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi.
- Fewer than 2.5 goals have been scored in four of their last six meetings in the Serie A.
- Both teams have failed to score against each other in four of their last six encounters.
Hellas Verona vs Genoa preview: Fight for survival meets mid-table ambition
| Hella Verona | vs | Genoa |
|---|---|---|
| 19th | Position | 13th |
| 18 | Points | 30 |
| 22 | Goals For | 34 |
| 49 | Goals Against | 40 |
| 5 | Clean Sheets | 6 |
| 19th | Home Rank | 10th |
| 19th | Away Rank | 16th |
Both Hellas Verona and Genoa are aiming to secure consecutive Serie A victories for only the second time this season, as they attempt to gather momentum in a fiercely contested relegation fight.
The possibility of remaining at the bottom of the standings motivated Verona to produce an impressive comeback victory against Bologna last Sunday, winning 2–1.
Verona have been involved in more Serie A matches with over 2.5 goals than any other team this season (18).
That result finally ended a frustrating 12-match winless streak for the Gialloblu. Despite the morale-boosting triumph, Verona still sit seven points away from safety with only ten matches left to play.
Interim coach Paolo Sammarco and his squad still face a significant challenge if they hope to stay in the top flight. Their home form has been particularly concerning, with just a single point collected from their last six matches at their stadium.
Meanwhile, Genoa also arrive in good spirits after earning a 2–1 victory over Roma last weekend. That win helped the Grifone climb further away from danger, opening up a six-point gap between them and the relegation zone.
Genoa have netted nine of their last 14 Serie A goals after the 60th minute.
They have managed two wins in their last three league matches, though consistency has been difficult to maintain throughout the season.
Genoa have recorded back-to-back Serie A wins only once so far this campaign. Interestingly, that sequence happened under current manager Daniele De Rossi and included a 2–1 victory over Verona in the reverse fixture.
However, replicating that success away from home could prove challenging, as Genoa have not won in their last six away league games.
Hellas Verona vs Genoa form guide & betting tips
| Hella Verona | vs | Genoa |
|---|---|---|
| D-L-L-L-W | League Form | L-D-W-L-W |
| 4 | Points | 7 |
| 17th | Form Table | 12th |
| 4 | Goals For | 7 |
| 8 | Goals Against | 6 |
| D-L-L-L-W | Form (all comps) | L-D-W-L-W |
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Whispers predicts: Hellas Verona 1-2 Genoa
Hellas Verona are coming off a morale-boosting win and will be desperate not to lose ground in the survival race. Genoa have a habit of picking up points on the road, but may face a difficult challenge.
Previous meetings at this venue have often been tight affairs, but the visitors have secured three victories in their last five.
The bookmakers have priced the home side at 3.25 to win, which reflects their league position despite their recent victory. A draw is currently valued at 3.10, indicating a high probability given the match's stakes for the hosts.
An away win for the visitors is the most likely outcome, with odds of 2.40, as they are the superior side in terms of league standing and form.
The odds for under 2.5 goals are 1.50, while the odds for both teams to score (No) are priced at 1.70, suggesting that the markets anticipate a relatively low-scoring but competitive match.
> Full-time draw at 3.10 | Likelihood: Probable
> Both teams to score (No) at 1.70 | Likelihood: Probable
> Under 2.5 goals at 1.50 | Likelihood: Possible
> Genoa to win at 2.40 | Likelihood: Possible