Hellas Verona 2-2 Virtus Entella: result and AI prediction

AI match recap

This is Verona’s first competitive match of a reset under returning coach Marco Baroni, played at the Bentegodi against an Entella side preparing for its own league start. Verona have the stronger recent head-to-head record and a more settled core at home, but Serdar’s absence reduces their authority in midfield. Entella arrive with new striking options, though reported injuries and late fitness calls could heavily limit Chiappella’s selection. The tie should turn on whether Verona can establish possession around Suslov or whether Entella make it a physical, second-ball contest.

Head-to-head analysis

Verona won both supplied recent Serie B meetings with Entella, so the historical edge is clearly with the hosts. Those matches are old, however, and have limited relevance to the current squads.

Injuries and absences

Serdar’s confirmed knee absence removes Verona’s captain from central midfield. Entella’s reported injuries and attacking fitness doubts may be more disruptive collectively, particularly if Chiappella cannot select his preferred midfield and forward rotations.

Form (last 5)

Hellas Verona vs Virtus Entella stats

Last meetings

• 2017-05-06Virtus Entella 1-2 Hellas Verona
• 2016-12-19Hellas Verona 1-0 Virtus Entella

Other Coppa Italia matches

• Parma – Catania
• Cagliari – Arezzo
• Monza – Avellino
• Fiorentina – Benevento
• Catanzaro – Sudtirol
• Udinese – Padova
• Venezia – Modena
• Torino – Carrarese