Juventus vs Verona Prediction and Betting Tips - Serie A - bettingexpert
As we head into the 27th round of Serie A, Juventus will host Verona at Allianz Stadium on 3 March 2025 at 19:45. Sitting in fourth place with 49 points, Juventus are eager to solidify their position in the top four, which is crucial for their Champions League aspirations. This match is especially important for Thiago Motta, who is under pressure following a string of underwhelming results and strained relationships with players.
On the other hand, Verona, currently 14th with 26 points, are battling to distance themselves from relegation worries. Recent form has been mixed for both teams, with Juventus recording LWLWW and Verona WLLWD in their last five matches.
Juventus are plagued by injuries to key players like Renato Veiga, Savona, Cabal, Bremer, and Douglas Luiz but will have high hopes in front of their home fans. Dusan Vlahovic, their top scorer with 9 goals, will be a focal point, though his recent issues with Motta might create some friction. Verona, also dealing with injuries, will look to Amin Sarr up front in the absence of Casper Tengstedt.
Referee Matteo Marchetti will be in charge of a game that promises to be exciting. The forecasted match tip suggests a bet on over 2.5 goals given both teams’ tendencies in goal and defensive records. Juventus need to bounce back from their Champions League and Coppa Italia exits, making this a vital fixture.
Juventus vs Verona Prediction & Betting tip
For this match between Juventus and Verona, the recommended betting tip is to wager on “Over 2.5 Goals.” Here’s why this is the top choice:
| Juventus vs Verona Prediction | |
|---|---|
| Betting tip | Odds |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 1.86 |
- Juventus have scored in all of their last 6 matches and have an impressive attacking lineup.
- Verona’s defense has been leaky, conceding an average of 2.2 goals per game this season.
- Previous encounters have often seen goals, with the last meeting ending 3-0.
Juventus will be keen to bounce back after their recent stumbles, while Verona will aim to exploit any defensive lapses. This sets the stage for a goal-laden affair.
Juventus vs Verona Odds
| Juventus vs Verona Betting Odds | |
|---|---|
| Bet | Odds |
| Juventus | 1.29 |
| Draw | 5.26 |
| Verona | 10.38 |
Juventus are clear favourites to win this match, with odds heavily in their favour.
- A bet on Juventus is less lucrative but reflects their strong form in the league.
- The odds for a draw are quite high, indicating it’s considered an unlikely outcome.
- Betting on Verona presents a potential high return, though their chances are deemed slim.
Given Juventus’ recent scoring run and their home advantage, it’s apparent why they are the bookmakers’ favourites.
Juventus Team Analysis
Juventus Recent Performance
Juventus’ recent form has seen mixed results but includes crucial victories:
| Home team | Away team | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Juventus | Empoli | 1-1 (Penalty shoot-out: 2-4) |
| Cagliari | Juventus | 0-1 (Win) |
| PSV Eindhoven | Juventus | 2-1 (Loss – Extra Time) |
| Juventus | Inter | 1-0 (Win) |
| Juventus | PSV Eindhoven | 2-1 (Win) |
Juventus have demonstrated resilience, capturing victories over strong sides like Inter and PSV Eindhoven. They’ve averaged 1.60 goals scored in their last five matches and have managed to keep two clean sheets during this period.
However, their elimination from both the Champions League and Coppa Italia has cast a shadow on their performance, despite their commendable efforts. Next up, they hope to continue their form against a lower-ranked Verona side.
Juventus Key Players
Juventus boasts a robust lineup filled with potential game-changers. Dusan Vlahovic, their top scorer with 9 goals, remains a focal point in attack. His performance will be crucial against a Verona defense that concedes an average of 2.2 goals per match.
Randal Kolo Muani, expected to lead the line, has been in great form, netting 5 goals in 5 appearances. His battle against the likes of Verona’s central defenders, Diego Coppola and Nicolás Valentini, will be one to watch.
In the midfield, Manuel Locatelli and Khéphren Thuram are set to control the tempo and break down Verona’s play. Nicolas Gonzalez adds flair on the wing, aiming to exploit any gaps in the Verona defense.
Expected lineup for Juventus:
- Goalkeeper: Michele Di Gregorio
- Defenders: Timothy Weah, Federico Gatti, Lloyd Kelly, Andrea Cambiaso
- Midfielders: Manuel Locatelli, Khéphren Thuram, Nicolas Gonzalez, Weston McKennie, Kenan Yildiz
- Forward: Randal Kolo Muani
Juventus Suspensions & Injuries
Juventus is grappling with multiple injuries that could significantly impact their performance against Verona. The absences of key players could hinder their squad depth and overall team dynamics.
| Player | Injury | Expected return |
|---|---|---|
| Arkadiusz Milik | Meniscus injury | Mid March 2025 |
| Bremer | Cruciate ligament injury | Out for season |
| Juan Cabal | Cruciate ligament injury | Out for season |
| Renato Veiga | Hamstring injury | Mid March 2025 |
| Nicolò Savona | Thigh injury | Mid March 2025 |
| Douglas Luiz | Thigh injury | Mid March 2025 |
The extensive injury list places additional pressure on coach Thiago Motta to find effective replacements. With key defenders and midfielders sidelined, Juventus’ task of securing a win becomes more challenging. These absences may force Motta to rely on younger, less experienced players, which could be a gamble against a Verona side eager to pull off an upset.
Juventus Tactics and Formation
Juventus Tactical Breakdown:
- Formation: 4-2-3-1
- Key Forward: Randal Kolo Muani
- Midfield Trio: Locatelli, Thuram, McKennie
- Defensive Setup: Gatti and Kelly as center-backs, Weah and Cambiaso as full-backs
- Goalkeeper: Michele Di Gregorio
With clean sheets in two of their last five games, Juventus leverages a strong defensive setup to establish stability at the back. Locatelli and Thuram will anchor the midfield, offering defensive cover and transition play. McKennie’s dynamism will be vital in linking defense with attack. Kolo Muani, supported by wingers Yildiz and Gonzalez, aims to exploit Verona’s defense that concedes an average of 2.2 goals per game this season. Their strategy will focus on pressing high, especially in the latter stages of each half.
Verona Team Analysis
Verona Recent Performance
Verona’s recent form has been inconsistent, displaying a mix of results. Over the last five matches, they have shown moments of resilience alongside evident weaknesses, winning 2, losing 2, and drawing 1.
Here is a look at their recent performances:
| Home team | Away team | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Verona | Fiorentina | 1-0 (Win) |
| AC Milan | Verona | 1-0 (Loss) |
| Verona | Atalanta | 0-5 (Loss) |
| Monza | Verona | 0-1 (Win) |
| Venezia | Verona | 1-1 (Draw) |
With an average of 0.60 goals scored per game and clean sheets in two of their last five games, Verona have shown flashes of defensive prowess despite conceding heavily against Atalanta. Their ability to bounce back from a heavy defeat and secure a win against Fiorentina is encouraging as they prepare to face Juventus. However, they need to address their inconsistency to climb up the Serie A table effectively.
Verona Key Players
Expected lineup for Verona:
- Goalkeeper: Lorenzo Montipò
- Defenders: Pawel Dawidowicz, Diego Coppola, Nicolás Valentini
- Midfielders: Jackson Tchatchoua, Cheikh Niasse, Ondrej Duda, Antoine Bernede, Domagoj Bradaric
- Attackers: Tomas Suslov, Amin Sarr
Verona’s key player to watch will be their top scorer, Casper Tengstedt, who has netted 6 goals this season, though his participation is doubtful due to an ankle injury. Lorenzo Montipò in goal has been crucial recently, especially in securing clean sheets.
In midfield, Ondrej Duda will be key to their creativity, while the partnership at the back between Dawidowicz and Coppola will need to be strong to repel Juventus’s attacks led by Dusan Vlahovic.
Verona Suspensions & Injuries
| Player | Injury | Expected return |
|---|---|---|
| Martin Frese | Knee surgery | Mid March 2025 |
| Abdou Harroui | Cruciate ligament injury | Out for the season |
| Casper Tengstedt | Ankle injury | Doubtful |
| Suat Serdar | Thigh injury | Mid March 2025 |
Verona is currently facing a number of challenges with injuries. Key midfielder Casper Tengstedt, who is also the team’s top scorer with 6 goals, is doubtful due to an ankle injury. This could significantly impact the team’s attacking potential against Juventus. Additionally, Martin Frese and Suat Serdar are both expected to return by mid-March, missing this crucial encounter. Abdou Harroui’s season-long cruciate ligament injury further depletes the squad’s depth. These absences might require coach Paolo Zanetti to reshuffle his lineup and tactics to cope.
Verona Tactics and Formation
- Formation: 3-4-1-2
- Key Forward: Amin Sarr
- Midfield Engine: Ondrej Duda
- Defensive Setup: Three central defenders with wing-backs aiding both defense and attack.
In the upcoming match, Paolo Zanetti is likely to deploy his preferred 3-4-1-2 formation. Amin Sarr will lead the attack, aiming to capitalize on any defensive lapses from Juventus. Ondrej Duda in midfield will be crucial in linking the play and orchestrating attacks.
Defensively, Verona will rely on a three-man backline with Pawel Dawidowicz, Diego Coppola, and Nicolás Valentini providing stability. Wing-backs Jackson Tchatchoua and Domagoj Bradaric will add width, stretching Juventus’s defensive shape and providing crossing opportunities.
Given their challenges with injuries, Zanetti might need to adjust his tactics mid-game, especially if top scorer Casper Tengstedt is unavailable. Expect Verona to focus on a solid defensive setup and counter-attack opportunities.
Juventus vs Verona Head-to-Head Statistics
The head-to-head record between Juventus and Verona shows a dominant trend favoring the home side, Juventus. The last five meetings have generally been low-scoring affairs, with Juventus consistently coming out on top.
| Home | Away | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Hellas Verona | Juventus | 0-3 |
| Hellas Verona | Juventus | 2-2 |
| Juventus | Hellas Verona | 1-0 |
| Juventus | Hellas Verona | 1-0 |
| Hellas Verona | Juventus | 0-1 |
Juventus will look to continue their strong form in this fixture, especially after a motivating 1-0 win over Inter in their recent games. Verona, meanwhile, will hope to reverse their fortunes and finally find a way past their formidable opponents.
Odds accurate as of 1 March 2025 19:46, and are subject to change. Please always check the odds before placing your bets with any bookmaker.
