On Monday, Hellas Verona and Juventus, both having won 3-0 in their Serie A season openers, will clash at Stadio Bentegodi, aiming to maintain their strong form. Motta’s task is to restore Juventus to its former glory and add some silverware, having previously led Bologna to an unexpected Champions League qualification through solid defensive performances.
Verona impressed with a dominant second-half performance against Napoli, while Juventus, under new manager Thiago Motta, delivered a convincing win over newly-promoted Como. Juventus took full advantage of a favorable early schedule, starting their campaign with a strong performance as they seek to reclaim the Scudetto.
Samuel Mbangula, a surprising debutant, put Juventus ahead against Como, followed by a goal from Timothy Weah just before halftime. Andrea Cambiaso added a late goal, rounding off a successful debut for Motta.
Verona vs. Juventus: Head-to-Head
Juventus have a strong record against Hellas Verona, winning four of their last five encounters and keeping a clean sheet in each victory. Verona, however, has been resilient at home, losing just once in their last ten Serie A matches against Juventus at Bentegodi.
Verona, after a disappointing Coppa Italia exit to Cesena, impressed against Napoli, with Dailon Livramento and Daniel Mosquera scoring on their league debuts. Mosquera’s brace sealed the win and helped alleviate some fan skepticism after a summer of change. Under new manager Paolo Zanetti, Verona aims to secure a sixth consecutive year in the top flight. They are currently unbeaten in three matches, their best run since April 2023, but face a tough test against Juventus.
Despite a promising start, Juventus must address their poor away form if they are to contend for the title, as they haven’t won an away league match in their last eight attempts, marking their worst run since 1999.
Team News
Verona will be without Timothy Weah and Khephren Thuram due to injuries, while Arkadiusz Milik remains sidelined with a knee issue. Juventus, meanwhile, is expected to make several changes, with new signings Douglas Luiz, Michele Di Gregorio, and former Verona full-back Juan Cabal likely to start. The club also anticipates departures before the transfer window closes.
Following his goal against Como, youth graduate Samuel Mbangula could become the first player since Carlos Tevez in August 2013 to score in his first two league appearances for Juventus.
Verona will have to make at least one change to their winning side due to Suat Serdar’s thigh injury, with Reda Belahyane the likely replacement. Paolo Zanetti might also adjust his attacking options, with Daniel Mosquera’s impressive substitute performance potentially earning him a starting spot.
Verona vs. Juventus: Predicted Starting XI
Hellas Verona possible starting lineup: Montipo; Tchatchoua, Coppola, Dawidowicz, Frese; Belahyane, Duda; Livramento, Harroui, Lazovic; Mosquera
Juventus possible starting lineup: Di Gregorio; Danilo, Gatti, Bremer, Cabal; Locatelli, Luiz; Cambiaso, Yildiz, Mbangoula; Vlahovic
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