A relegation six-pointer on Monday evening sets the scene for today’s best bet. Our expert digs into the clash at Stadio Bentegodi between two struggling Serie A outfits, with both points and pride on the line.
One of our trusted experts, known for his deep knowledge of Italian football, has picked this game as Today’s Best Bet, and the selection makes plenty of sense.
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Hellas Verona vs Cagliari
Herrin Kendrick; Italian Football Expert at BettingTips4You
Verona to Win
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Reasoning Verona are strong at home against Cagliari, who continue to struggle on the road. With Tengstedt possibly returning and Cagliari missing key players, backing Verona to win looks a smart play. | |
Key Stats:
- Verona have remained unbeaten in their last 14 home matches against Cagliari in all competitions.
- Cagliari have managed just three goals in their last seven away league games.
- Hellas Verona have scored only five league goals in 2025 – but still boast a solid recent defensive record.
Rationale
In what could be a pivotal night at the Bentegodi, Hellas Verona and Cagliari lock horns in a match that neither side can afford to lose. Verona, under Paolo Zanetti, have been resilient recently, picking up vital draws that have kept them just above the drop zone. Though they slipped to defeat in Rome, their form against fellow relegation strugglers has been far more encouraging.
The Gialloblu have built a reputation for being hard to beat on their own patch, especially when facing Cagliari, whom they have dominated at home across recent seasons. Despite their struggle for goals in 2025, Verona’s defensive organisation has become harder to break down, and with key striker Casper Tengstedt likely returning, they should find enough firepower to trouble a Cagliari defence missing their talisman Roberto Piccoli.
The Rossoblu’s away form is nothing short of dismal, and their inability to keep clean sheets away from Sardinia could prove their undoing once again. Verona’s superior record at the Bentegodi suggests they can nick a vital win to ease their relegation fears.
Best Bet: Verona to Win
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