Verona welcomes Bologna to Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi on March 9, 2025, for a Serie A clash that could offer some intriguing betting opportunities. With Bologna sitting as the clear favorites at 1.8 odds for an away win, Verona’s 4.8 odds suggest that the bookmakers aren’t expecting a home triumph. But as we’ve seen before, football loves an underdog story.
Verona welcomes Bologna to Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi on March 9, 2025, for a Serie A clash that could offer some intriguing betting opportunities. With Bologna sitting as the clear favorites at 1.8 odds for an away win, Verona’s 4.8 odds suggest that the bookmakers aren’t expecting a home triumph. But as we’ve seen before, football loves an underdog story.

Looking at the numbers, Bologna is expected to dominate possession with 64% of the ball, while Verona will likely play a more reactive game with just 36%. Despite this, Verona has managed to surprise Bologna in recent meetings, including a stunning 2-3 away win in December 2024 when they were priced at 6.75 odds. Could history repeat itself?

Our AI model suggests a low-scoring affair, with the best betting tip being under 2.5 goals at 1.63 odds. This makes sense given Bologna’s structured approach and Verona’s likely defensive setup. The expected final score is 1-0 in favor of Verona, with a goalless first half. Notably, under 2.5 goals has a confidence rating of 2.8/10, meaning it’s a cautious but reasonable bet.

For those looking at the outright winner, our AI gives a slight nod to a Verona win (4.8 odds), but with a trust level of only 1.5/10, it’s a high-risk, high-reward option. If you’re feeling bold, this could be worth a small stake, especially considering Verona’s past success against Bologna.

In terms of match dynamics, Bologna is expected to take 15 shots with 4 on target, while Verona should manage 11 shots and 3 on target. Corners are evenly split at 5 each, and discipline-wise, Verona might see 2 yellow cards compared to Bologna’s 1.

Historically, Serie A matches see over 2.5 goals in 51.2% of games, but with Bologna’s control-oriented style and Verona’s defensive resilience, this one could buck the trend. If you’re looking for a solid bet, backing under 2.5 goals at 1.63 odds seems like the smartest play.

Will Verona pull off another shock result, or will Bologna’s superior squad value of €251.80m prove too much for Verona’s €84.40m squad? Either way, expect a tight, tactical battle with limited goal-scoring opportunities. Happy betting!