A crucial Serie B promotion clash is set at the Stadio Marc’Antonio Bentegodi as Hellas Verona host Cremonese in a top-of-the-table encounter. The Gialloblu, under manager Marco Baroni, are fighting for immediate return to Serie A and boast one of the league’s strongest home records.
Cremonese, managed by Giovanni Stroppa, are also pushing for automatic promotion with their attractive attacking football. This six-pointer between two Serie A quality sides makes for a compelling Hellas Verona vs Cremonese match preview. Our Hellas Verona vs Cremonese betting preview examines the key factors in this promotion battle.
Hellas Verona vs Cremonese Match Preview/Betting Preview
Hellas Verona will rely on their physical approach and home advantage, while Cremonese will look to impose their technical quality and offensive organization. The battle between Verona’s intensity and Cremonese’s tactical discipline creates an intriguing dynamic for this Hellas Verona vs Cremonese preview.
Team Recent Form
- Hellas Verona: WWDWW
- Cremonese: WLWDW
Key Stats
- Hellas Verona are unbeaten in their last 9 home league matches (W7, D2).
- Cremonese have scored in 8 of their last 9 away games in all competitions.
- Both teams have scored in 4 of the last 5 meetings between these sides.
Correct Score Prediction
Hellas Verona’s formidable home form and defensive solidity should edge this tight encounter against a dangerous Cremonese side. While the visitors will threaten, Verona’s organization and home advantage should prove decisive. My predicted correct score is Hellas Verona 2-1 Cremonese.
Hellas Verona vs Cremonese H2H
- The reverse fixture ended in a 1-1 draw earlier this season.
- Hellas Verona are unbeaten in the last 3 home meetings against Cremonese (W2, D1).
- Both teams have scored in 3 of the last 4 head-to-head encounters.
- The last match at Bentegodi ended in a 2-0 victory for Verona in 2022.
Pre Game Odds
- Hellas Verona Win: 4/5
- Draw: 13/5
- Cremonese Win: 3/1
Team News Home
Hellas Verona will be without defender Isak Hien due to suspension. Midfielder Martin Hongla is facing a late fitness test but is expected to feature, which is crucial for their midfield balance.
Team News Away
Cremonese have concerns over striker Cyriel Dessers, who is doubtful with a muscle strain. Defender Matteo Bianchetti is definitely ruled out, which could affect their defensive stability.
Possible Line-ups
Hellas Verona (4-4-2): Montipò; Magnani, Coppola, Dawidowicz, Depaoli; Lazovic, Tameze, Duda, Doig; Ngonge, Djuric.
Cremonese (4-3-3): Carnesecchi; Sernicola, Antov, Vasquez, Valeri; Pickel, Castagnetti, Buonaiuto; Zanimacchia, Coda, Okereke.
Hellas Verona vs Cremonese Betting Tips
- Tip 1 – Result: Hellas Verona Win
- Tip 2 – Over/Under 2.5 goals: Over 2.5 goals
- Tip 3 – Both teams to score: Yes
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