Verona vs Bologna Prediction Serie A 15.01.2026
Verona vs Bologna Prediction Serie A
Verona vs Bologna Prediction and Betting Tips for Matchday 20 of the Italian top flight, scheduled for January 15, 2026, at 17:30 GMT. The match will be broadcast live on DAZN and Paramount+. The clash takes place at the Stadio Marc’Antonio Bentegodi, with the home side desperately seeking a way out of the relegation zone. In this article, you’ll discover Get accurate Serie A Predictions from XpertStats tipsters. Both squads have entered the new year on a bit of a cold streak, making this Thursday night fixture a potential turning point for whoever can find a spark.
- Verona currently sits at the bottom of the table with only two wins in 19 games.
- Bologna is winless in seven matches but remains in ninth place with 27 points collected.
- The hosts have managed only a single home victory across all competitions this entire season.
- Statistically, Bologna averages 1.5 goals scored per away match while conceding 1.2 on average.
- Verona’s defense has been porous, allowing 1.44 goals per game during their home league fixtures.
- Recent history favors the visitors, who have scored exactly two goals in four straight meetings.
Paolo Zanetti is definitely feeling the heat right now. Can he really turn things around with a squad that has only picked up one point from three games in 2026? It is a tough ask. Verona has struggled significantly at the Bentegodi, recording just one win in 11 attempts. That is the kind of home record that keeps managers awake at night. Still, there is a glimmer of hope in young forward Giovane, who has six goal involvements on home soil. He needs to be the hero because the team has failed to score in three of their last four matches. It is hard to say how this will end, but the Gialloblu are officially in survival mode.
The defensive numbers for the hosts are equally worrying. They have conceded in eight straight matches and average 1.44 goals against when playing at home. To make matters worse, they are missing Tomas Suslov and Jean-Daniel Akpa Akpro due to injury. That’s a bold move to rely so heavily on new faces like Rafik Belghali, but maybe the right one given the circumstances. Even so, the lack of consistency in the starting lineup has made it difficult for Verona to find any sort of rhythm. If they don’t tighten up at the back against a creative Bologna side, it could be another long night for the local fans.
On the other side of the pitch, Vincenzo Italiano returns to his former stomping ground with a bit of a headache. Bologna’s Serie A Predictions were looking bright in November, but they haven’t won a league game since the start of December. Seven games without a win is a major slump for a team with European ambitions. They’ll also have to cope without Nicolo Cambiaghi, who is suspended after a moment of madness against Como. That said, they still have the veteran presence of Ciro Immobile, who loves playing at the Bentegodi. He has scored seven times at this stadium in the past, and Italiano will be praying he finds that magic touch again on Thursday.
Despite their recent struggles, Bologna remains a dangerous side on the road. They have scored in eight consecutive away matches in the league, showing they can find the net even when results aren’t going their way. They average 1.5 goals per away trip, which contrasts sharply with Verona’s offensive struggles. The Rossoblu also dominate the foul statistics, winning an average of 15.5 fouls per game compared to Verona’s 7.56. This suggests they can control the tempo and frustrate the hosts. It might not be a pretty game, but Bologna’s superior quality and historical edge make them the slight favorites in what feels like a high-pressure environment for both clubs.
Bologna faces a selection shake-up for their upcoming clash against Verona. With Cambiaghi suspended, Benjamín Domínguez is set for a crucial starting opportunity to prove his worth amid transfer speculation. The Rossoblù welcome back Lukasz Skorupski in goal and Emil Holm following his recovery from the flu. However, defensive adjustments are likely, as Heggem and Vitik are expected to deputize for the injured Jhon Lucumí.
| GK | Montipò |
| DF | Nunez, Bella-Kotchap, Valentini |
| MF | Belghali, Niasse, Gagliardini, Bernede, Frese |
| FW | Giovane, Orban |
| OUT |
Akpa Akpro(QUES),
Suslov(OUT)
|
| GK | Skorupski |
| DF | Holm, Vitik, Heggem, Miranda |
| MF | Pobega, Ferguson Orsolini, Odgaard, Dominguez |
| FW | Castro |
| OUT |
Skorupski(QUES),
Cambiaghi(OUT),
Bernardeschi(OUT),
Lucumi(OUT)
|
Bologna is the clear choice for the X2 market due to their historical dominance and Verona's disastrous home form. The Gialloblu have managed only one win at the Bentegodi all season, which is a staggering statistic for a top flight club. Meanwhile, Bologna has scored in eight consecutive away league games, averaging 1.5 goals per match on their travels. Even though the Rossoblu are on a winless run, they face a Verona side that has lost three of their last four matches and failed to score in three of those. With Ciro Immobile’s excellent record at this stadium and the visitors winning 34 of the 76 total meetings, it is highly unlikely they leave empty handed. Verona’s defensive average of conceding 1.44 goals at home further supports the idea that Bologna will find the net and secure at least a point on Thursday.
The Over 1.5 goals market is strongly supported by the statistical averages of both teams. In home matches, Verona games see an average of 2.33 goals, while Bologna’s away matches are even more active, averaging 2.7 goals per game. Specifically, 80% of Bologna’s away matches this season have produced at least two goals. Verona’s defense has been particularly leaky, conceding at least once in their last eight Serie A matches. On average, the combined goal expectancy for this fixture is 2.52 goals per match. With Verona desperate for points at the bottom of the table, they cannot afford to sit back, which often leads to open games. Bologna’s record of scoring in eight straight away matches further guarantees that the net will likely ripple. This makes the Over 1.5 goals line a very high probability outcome based on recent form and seasonal averages.
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FAQ – Verona vs Bologna Prediction
Which team has the historical advantage in this matchup?
Bologna holds the upper hand historically with 34 wins compared to 15 for Verona, with 27 draws between them.
Where can I watch The Verona vs Bologna live?
The Verona vs Bologna Serie A match will be broadcast live on DAZN and Paramount+.
What time does Verona vs Bologna start?
Kick-off is scheduled for 17:30(GMT) on Thursday, January 15, 2026.
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