Verona vs Napoli Predictions

Verona vs Napoli predictions ahead of this Italian Serie A clash. Antonio Conte returns to Serie A on Sunday evening as Napoli visit Hellas Verona at Stadio Bentegodi. Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.

Serie A | Aug 18, 2024 at 5.30pm UK at Stadio Marc’Antonio Bentegodi

Verona vs Napoli Predictions

Can Napoli Kickstart Conte’s Reign with a Win at Verona?

• Napoli have won their last seven Serie A opening matches, the longest such streak in their history.
• Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has scored four goals in four matches against Verona, making him a key threat in this fixture.
• Verona have conceded at least one goal in 12 of their last 14 meetings with Napoli in Serie A.

Best Bet

Antonio Conte returns to Serie A on Sunday evening as Napoli travel to face Hellas Verona at the Stadio Bentegodi. This match marks the beginning of a new era for both teams, each under the guidance of recently appointed managers. While Napoli look to recover from a disappointing campaign that saw them finish 10th last season, Verona are also adjusting to life under new management after narrowly avoiding relegation.

Considering the dynamics of this match, backing Napoli to secure a victory seems to be the most logical bet. Despite their struggles last season, Napoli remain a formidable side, particularly when compared to a Verona team that barely survived the drop and has since undergone significant changes. Antonio Conte’s arrival at Napoli has brought a fresh approach, with the team already showing signs of improvement during pre-season, where they managed four wins without conceding a goal. Although they stumbled in the Coppa Italia against Serie B side Modena, eventually winning on penalties, the match served as a clear indication of Conte’s emphasis on defensive solidity.

Verona, on the other hand, have had a less than ideal start to their season. They were defeated at home by Cesena in the Coppa Italia, which could be a worrying sign of things to come. Paolo Zanetti, their new coach, faces the daunting task of rebuilding a side that lost key players, including Tijjani Noslin, who followed their former manager to Lazio. The loss to Cesena highlighted some of Verona’s vulnerabilities, particularly in defence, which Napoli are well-equipped to exploit.

Napoli’s squad, even without Victor Osimhen, boasts plenty of attacking talent. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who has been a thorn in Verona’s side before, is likely to be the focal point of Napoli’s attack. Kvaratskhelia has scored four goals in as many games against Verona and could be instrumental once again. With Conte likely to employ a three-man defence and focus on controlling the midfield, Napoli should have the upper hand in this encounter. Given Verona’s early season struggles and the quality within Napoli’s ranks, a victory for the visitors appears to be the most probable outcome.

Anytime Goalscorer Prediction

For a secondary prediction, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to score at any time during the match presents a strong case. The Georgian forward has an excellent track record against Verona, having scored multiple times against them in past encounters. With Osimhen absent, Kvaratskhelia will likely take on even greater responsibility in Napoli’s attack. His ability to cut inside from the wing and his clinical finishing make him a constant threat to Verona’s defence.

Verona’s defensive setup has already shown cracks, as evidenced by their recent loss to Cesena, and they will struggle to contain a player of Kvaratskhelia’s calibre. His knack for finding space in and around the box, combined with his accurate shooting, means he is a good bet to find the back of the net. With Napoli expected to dominate possession and create numerous chances, backing Kvaratskhelia to score is a prediction that aligns well with the expected flow of the game.

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