Verona vs. Genoa Prediction, Match Preview and Betting Tips, 13 April 2025 - bettingexpert

The Serie A clash between Verona and Genoa is set to unfold at Stadio M. A. Bentegodi on 13 April 2025 at 14:00. With both teams in the mid-table—Verona in 14th place with 31 points and Genoa in 12th with 38 points—this match carries a fair degree of significance for both sides who are looking to end their season on a high.

Referee Matteo Marchetti, known for his firm control of games, will officiate the match. In matches he has overseen this season, an average of 4.1 yellow cards is distributed, which might point to a feisty encounter.

Casper Tengstedt, Verona’s top scorer, will be sorely missed due to injury, which puts additional pressure on the likes of Amin Sarr and Daniel Mosquera to step up. Meanwhile, Genoa will bank on Andrea Pinamonti, their talismanic forward, who has netted 8 goals this season.

Genoa’s recent away form is shaky, having failed to win their last seven away games. This, coupled with their history of draws, makes a stalemate between the two sides a likely outcome. Betting tips lean towards a draw as both teams exhibit tendencies to end matches without a definitive winner.

Additionally, significant injuries on both sides will mean both managers might need to tweak their strategies. Notably, Genoa’s Honest Ahanor and Mario Balotelli are crucial absentees.

With a mixed bag of recent results for both teams, fans can expect a cautiously contested match with no clear favourite.

Verona vs Genoa Prediction & Betting Tip

Our recommended betting tip for this Serie A clash is to bet on a draw. Both Verona and Genoa have shown a tendency to end matches in stalemates, especially given their mid-table positions and recent form. With significant injuries affecting both squads and each team experiencing mixed results lately, a draw seems a balanced outcome.

Verona vs Genoa Prediction
Betting Tip	Odds
Draw	2.89

• Genoa has not won any of their last seven away games, making an away win less likely.
• Both teams have a history of drawing matches, adding weight to the likelihood of a tie.
• Significant injuries on both sides will likely lead to a more cautious and evenly contested match.

Verona vs Genoa Odds

When it comes to the betting odds for this Serie A match, it’s a tight contest between two evenly matched sides, both vying to secure points as the season nears its end. The bookmakers have marginally favored the away team, Genoa, but the odds reflect a highly competitive game.

Verona vs Genoa Betting Odds
Bet	Odds
Verona	2.96
Draw	2.89
Genoa	2.67

Both teams have had their fair share of draws recently, and the odds are quite balanced, suggesting a close encounter. With Genoa struggling in their last seven away games and both teams dealing with injury woes, a draw emerges as a likely outcome.

Verona Team Analysis

Verona Recent Performance

Verona’s recent form has been mixed, as illustrated by their last five matches:

Verona	Opponent	Date	Competition	Result
Torino	Verona	2025-04-06	Serie A	1-1 (Draw)
Verona	Parma Calcio 1913	2025-03-31	Serie A	0-0 (Draw)
Udinese	Verona	2025-03-15	Serie A	0-1 (Win)
Verona	Bologna	2025-03-09	Serie A	1-2 (Loss)
Juventus	Verona	2025-03-03	Serie A	2-0 (Loss)

Recent form: DDWLL

Verona has struggled to find the back of the net, with an average of just 0.60 goals scored per game in their last five outings. Defensively, they’ve managed two clean sheets in the same period, showing some resilience at the back. However, their average of two goals conceded per match across the season highlights a key area for improvement as they face Genoa.

Verona Key Players

Verona’s key players to watch in this clash against Genoa include top scorer Casper Tengstedt, who has netted 6 goals this season. Unfortunately, Tengstedt is sidelined with a muscle injury and isn’t expected to return until late April, putting additional pressure on the remaining forwards, Amin Sarr and Daniel Mosquera, to deliver upfront.

Their expected lineup is:

• Goalkeeper: Lorenzo Montipò
• Defenders: Daniele Ghilardi, Diego Coppola, Nicolás Valentini
• Midfielders: Jackson Tchatchoua, Ondrej Duda, Pawel Dawidowicz, Antoine Bernede, Domagoj Bradaric
• Forwards: Amin Sarr, Daniel Mosquera

Key battles on the pitch will likely involve Amin Sarr against Genoa’s solid defence, particularly Johan Vasquez. Keeping Silvia Resende off the scoresheet will be crucial for Verona’s defence, led by Diego Coppola.

Verona Suspensions & Injuries

Verona are faced with several key injuries that could impact their performance against Genoa.

Player	Injury	Expected return
Abdou Harroui	Cruciate ligament injury	Out for season
Marco Davide Faraoni	Foot injury	Late April 2025
Tomas Suslov	Muscle injury	Late April 2025
Casper Tengstedt	Muscle injury	Late April 2025

The absence of top scorer Casper Tengstedt will be a significant blow, placing additional scoring responsibilities on Amin Sarr and Daniel Mosquera. Furthermore, the midfield’s depth is also affected with Tomas Suslov and Abdou Harroui sidelined. The team will need to rely on remaining squad members to step up in this crucial match.

Verona Tactics and Formation

Verona Tactical Breakdown:

• Formation: 3-5-2
• Key Forwards: Amin Sarr, Daniel Mosquera
• Midfield Quintet: Jackson Tchatchoua, Ondrej Duda, Pawel Dawidowicz, Antoine Bernede, Domagoj Bradaric
• Defensive Setup: Three central defenders – Daniele Ghilardi, Diego Coppola, Nicolás Valentini
• Goalkeeping: Lorenzo Montipò
• Defensive Strength: Two clean sheets in the last five games

Notable Strategy:
Verona tends to leverage a flexible midfield to disrupt the opponent’s play. With injuries to key players like Casper Tengstedt, they’ll rely heavily on their defensive structure and hope to strike on the counter. Look for Sarr and Mosquera to exploit any space behind Genoa’s defensive line.

Genoa Team Analysis

Genoa Recent Performance

Genoa have had a varied recent performance, accumulating two wins, two draws, and one loss in their last five games. This run shows they are tough to beat, although they have struggled to convert draws into victories consistently. They have averaged 1.00 goal per game in their last five fixtures and managed to keep one clean sheet, demonstrating both resilience and areas requiring improvement. Let’s take a closer look at their recent results:

Home team	Away team	Date	Competition	Result
Genoa	Udinese	2025-04-04	Serie A	1-0 (Win)
Juventus	Genoa	2025-03-29	Serie A	1-0 (Loss)
Genoa	Lecce	2025-03-14	Serie A	2-1 (Win)
Cagliari	Genoa	2025-03-07	Serie A	1-1 (Draw)
Genoa	Empoli	2025-03-02	Serie A	1-1 (Draw)

In their last five matches, Genoa demonstrated a balanced but inconsistent form. With 38 points and sitting in 12th place, Genoa look to solidify their mid-table position. Their resilience is tested by a tough defensive unit, but their challenge lies in creating and converting chances more consistently.

Genoa Key Players

Genoa’s squad features several key players who could influence the outcome of the match against Verona. The main player to watch is Andrea Pinamonti, the team’s top scorer with 8 goals this season. He will be pivotal in leading the attack and posing a constant threat to Verona’s defense. In terms of the midfield, Ruslan Malinovskyi will be crucial in creating opportunities and linking the play. His vision and passing abilities can unlock defenses and support Pinamonti up front. Defensively, Johan Vásquez and Koni De Winter will be critical in keeping Verona’s forwards in check. Their ability to organize the backline and manage aerial threats will be tested.

Expected lineup for Genoa:

• Goalkeeper: Nicola Leali
• Defenders: Stefano Sabelli, Koni De Winter, Johan Vásquez, Aaron Martin
• Midfielders: Morten Thorsby, Patrizio Masini, Alessandro Zanoli, Ruslan Malinovskyi, Fabio Miretti
• Attacker: Andrea Pinamonti

Genoa Suspensions & Injuries

Genoa faces a few challenges going into their match against Verona due to a combination of suspensions and injuries:
Suspensions:

Player	Suspension	Expected return
Morten Frendrup	Yellow cards	1 match

Injuries:

Player	Injury	Expected return
Honest Ahanor	Meniscus injury	Late April 2025
Mario Balotelli	Broken hand	Unknown
Mattia Bani	Muscle injury	Late April 2025
Maxwel Cornet	Muscle injury	Doubtful
Hugo Cuenca	Muscle injury	Late April 2025

The suspension of Morten Frendrup, an essential defensive midfielder, could disrupt the team’s balance in the middle of the park. Combined with injuries to key players like Mario Balotelli and Honest Ahanor, Genoa will need to dig deep into their squad depth to field a solid lineup. This might affect their overall performance and strategy during the match.

Genoa Tactics and Formation

Genoa’s Tactical Breakdown:

• Formation: 4-2-3-1
• Key Forward: Andrea Pinamonti (Top Scorer with 8 goals)
• Midfield Trio: Morten Thorsby, Patrizio Masini, Ruslan Malinovskyi

Defensive Setup:

• Genoa is likely to rely on a solid backline featuring Nicola Leali in goal.
• The defense will be anchored by central defenders Koni De Winter and Johan Vasquez.
• The full-backs, Stefano Sabelli (right) and Aaron Martin (left), will provide additional width.

Midfield Dynamics:

• The double pivot of Thorsby and Masini will focus on breaking up play and providing defensive cover.
• Malinovskyi will take on the creative role, looking to link up play and create chances.

Attacking Threat:

• Pinamonti, the leading scorer, will spearhead the attack, supported by wingers Alessandro Zanoli and Fabio Miretti.

This formation aims to balance solid defense and creative midfield play, with a focus on capitalizing on Pinamonti’s goal-scoring prowess.

Verona vs Genoa Head-to-Head Statistics

Let’s take a quick look at the recent encounters between Verona and Genoa:

Home team	Away team	Date	Competition	Result
Genoa	Verona	2024-09-01	Serie A	0-2 (Loss)
Verona	Genoa	2024-04-07	Serie A	1-2 (Loss)
Genoa	Verona	2023-11-10	Serie A	1-0 (Win)
Verona	Genoa	2022-04-04	Serie A	1-0 (Win)
Genoa	Verona	2021-09-25	Serie A	3-3 (Draw)

As we can see, these teams have had a balanced head-to-head record with a mix of wins and losses for both sides in their last five meetings.
This past performance is reflective of the competitive nature of their encounters and sets the stage for yet another interesting match.

Odds accurate as of 11.04.2025 14:02, and are subject to change. Please always check the odds before placing your bets with any bookmaker.