Match Details
The match between Verona and Empoli is scheduled to take place on January 13, 2024, at the Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi. It will be a Serie A regular season match, with Verona being the home team. The odds for this match are as follows: Verona (2.21), Draw (3.49), Empoli (3.62).
Head-to-Head Comparison
Verona and Empoli have faced each other several times in the past. In their most recent encounter on August 19, 2023, Verona emerged victorious with a scoreline of 1-0. Looking at their previous matchups, it is evident that these two teams have had closely contested matches, often resulting in draws or narrow victories.
In terms of goals scored when facing each other, both teams have been relatively efficient but not prolific. Matches between them tend to be low-scoring affairs, with few games seeing three or more goals.
Team Form: Verona
Verona has had a mixed run of form recently, winning one out of their last six matches in all competitions. They have struggled to find consistency and currently sit in the 18th position in Serie A standings with just 14 points from 19 matches.
At home, Verona’s performance has been below par this season, managing only two wins out of nine matches played at the Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi. Their goal scoring has also been an issue as they have only managed to find the back of the net nine times while conceding twelve goals on home turf.
In their most recent match against Inter Milan on January 6th, Verona put up a spirited fight but ultimately lost by a scoreline of 2-1.
Team Form: Empoli
Empoli, on the other hand, has been struggling in recent matches. They have failed to secure a victory in their last six games and have only managed to score two goals while conceding eight during this period.
Their away form has been particularly concerning, with just two wins out of nine matches played on the road. Empoli’s goal-scoring woes have also plagued them away from home, as they have only found the back of the net five times while conceding sixteen goals.
In their most recent match against AC Milan on January 7th, Empoli suffered a comprehensive 3-0 defeat.
Key Players
For Verona, Cyril Ngonge has been a standout performer this season. The attacker has scored five goals and provided two assists in 20 appearances. His ability to find the back of the net will be crucial for Verona’s chances in this match.
On the other side, Francesco Caputo is Empoli’s top scorer with four goals in 16 appearances. His goal-scoring prowess will be essential if Empoli is to break their winless streak.
Statistical Insights
Looking at both teams’ recent results and performances, it is clear that Verona has struggled to find consistent form throughout the season. Their lackluster home record and difficulty scoring goals may prove problematic against an Empoli side hungry for points.
Empoli’s poor away form and struggles in front of goal could hamper their chances of securing a positive result against Verona at Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi.
Prediction: Verona 1 – 0 Empoli
Based on current form and historical data between these two teams, it is likely that Verona will come out on top with a narrow victory. Expect a closely contested match with few goals but ultimately ending in favor of Verona.
