The momentum is with the newly-promoted Lariani as Como host a desperate Hellas Verona side at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia for Serie A Matchday 9. Como, under manager Cesc Fàbregas, have been the surprise package of the season, boasting one of the best defensive records and sitting comfortably in the European qualification places. In contrast, Verona is yet to secure a victory this term, despite showing flashes of attacking quality, particularly in their recent high-scoring draw against Cagliari. This mid-week clash is a classic confrontation between a defensively solid, high-flying home team and a struggling, yet unpredictable, visitor.
Match Details
DetailInformationCompetitionSerie A (Matchday 9)DateWednesday, October 29, 2025Kick-off18:30 CESTVenueStadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, Como
Team Form and Analysis for Como
Form (All Competitions): W D D W D
Como’s stellar start to the 2025/26 Serie A campaign sees them occupy a commendable 6th place in the standings. Their success is rooted in discipline and efficiency. They have lost just one league match all season and have established the Stadio Sinigaglia as a fortress, remaining unbeaten at home (W2, D2). Their defense is the second-best in the league, conceding just 5 goals in eight games. While their attack isn’t prolific, Fàbregas’ system ensures they create key moments of quality. The team comes into this match following a resilient 0-0 draw away to Parma.
Key Player: Nico Paz – The attacking star continues to impress, leading the team in goals (4) and assists (4). His influence from open play and set-pieces is central to Como’s offensive strategy.
Team Form and Analysis for Hellas Verona
Form (All Competitions): L L D D D
Hellas Verona’s season has been defined by frustration. They currently sit in 17th place and are one of only a few teams in the league yet to register a win (D5, L3). While their attack has potential, as evidenced by their 2-2 draw with Cagliari where they led 2-0, their inability to see out matches and score consistently is a major concern. They have one of the worst offensive records in the league with only 4 goals scored. Coach Paolo Zanetti needs his team to convert their chances and shore up their concentration in the late stages of the game to avoid slipping into the relegation zone.
Key Player: Gift Orban – The forward has the highest expected goals (xG) figure in Serie A, showing he is getting into the right positions. If Verona’s creative players like Giovane can supply him, he has the potential to break his goal drought.
Head-to-Head Record between the Teams
Recent fixtures suggest an advantage for the home side.
In their last Serie A meeting at the Sinigaglia, Como emerged victorious in a thrilling 3-2 encounter.
The overall historical record in Como heavily favors the home side, with Verona’s last victory in Como dating back to a Coppa Italia match in 2004.
Como is unbeaten against Verona in the last two Serie A meetings (W1, D1).
Players to Watch (for both teams, with brief descriptions)
TeamPlayerRole & ImpactComoNico PazThe dynamic attacking midfielder who leads the team in goal contributions and is the most likely candidate to produce a match-winning moment.ComoMáximo PerroneThe deep-lying playmaker who dictates the tempo of the game and shields the excellent Como defense.VeronaGift OrbanThe powerful forward who is statistically getting into great positions; he is crucial if Verona is to end their scoring and winning slump.VeronaGiovane NascimentoA highly creative player who provides excellent supply to the forwards, contributing 3 assists in a struggling team.
Prediction (analysis of the likely outcome and a score prediction)
Como’s tactical discipline and defensive solidity under Fàbregas are likely to be the deciding factors. Verona will create chances through the creativity of Giovane and the positioning of Orban, but their lack of a clinical finish and propensity to concede late goals are major liabilities. The atmosphere at the Stadio Sinigaglia, coupled with Como’s exceptional home form, should give the hosts a decisive edge in a game expected to be tight and low-scoring.
Predicted Score: Como 1-0 Hellas Verona
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