The Stadio Comunale Via del Mare in Apulia is set to host a pivotal relegation battle as Lecce face off against a struggling Verona in this crucial Serie A Matchday 11 clash. Lecce earned a massive morale boost with a much-needed away victory last weekend, allowing them to gain a small gap from the relegation zone. Conversely, Verona remains one of the few teams yet to register a league victory this season, desperately seeking three points to kickstart their survival campaign. This fixture, often a tightly contested affair between two defensively-minded sides, is expected to be cagey, low-scoring, and defined by resilience and tactical discipline as both teams fight for vital Serie A survival points.
Match Details
This Serie A contest is a vital six-pointer in the lower half of the table, with massive implications for the relegation picture.
DetailInformationCompetitionSerie A – Matchday 11DateSaturday, November 8, 2025Kick-off2:00 PM GMT (3:00 PM CET)VenueStadio Comunale Via del Mare, Lecce, Italy
Team Form and Analysis for Lecce
Domestic Form and Season Performance
Lecce currently occupies 15th position in the Serie A table with 9 points from ten matches, compiled from two wins, three draws, and five defeats. Their season has been a mix of frustrating results and flashes of defensive solidarity.
The Lupi (The Wolves) enter this match with their confidence significantly boosted by a vital 1-0 away win against Fiorentina in their last league outing, securing only their third victory of the season. This win followed a disappointing run of three winless matches, which included a narrow 0-1 home loss to Napoli. Despite the recent positive result, consistency remains a concern for manager Eusebio Di Francesco’s side. Notably, Lecce holds a concerning home record, having failed to register a single home win in their five league matches at the Stadio Via del Mare this season. Their matches are generally low-scoring, with four of their last five resulting in under 1.5 total goals. Lecce will rely on their compact defensive shape and look to exploit counter-attacking opportunities.
Key Player: Medon Berisha
Midfielder Medon Berisha has emerged as a crucial figure for Lecce, scoring two goals in his last three matches, with both strikes being the first goal of the game for his team. Berisha’s ability to arrive late in the box and convert chances, including his winning goal against Fiorentina, highlights his attacking impact. His energy in midfield and capacity to break up play will be essential in what is expected to be a midfield scrap, while his goal threat could be the difference in a low-scoring affair.
Team Form and Analysis for Verona
Domestic Form and Season Performance
Verona is enduring a torrid start to their campaign, sitting precariously in 19th position in the Serie A table with just 5 points. Their unwanted record stands at zero wins, five draws, and five defeats from ten matches.
The Mastini (The Mastiffs) are one of only two sides in the league yet to win this season and arrive in Apulia winless in their last ten league matches. Their recent form is poor, with three defeats and two draws in their last five outings, including a disappointing 1-2 home loss to Inter Milan in their last match. Verona’s primary struggle is in the attack, having scored only six goals all season—one of the lowest tallies in the league. Their away form is particularly concerning, yielding only two points from five road trips, where they have conceded a higher proportion of their total goals. Manager Paolo Zanetti must instil discipline and find a way to convert their goal attempts into goals if they are to avoid another defeat.
Key Player: Gift Orban
Despite the team’s struggles, forward Gift Orban is an attacking outlet for Verona. The striker has scored two goals this season, both of which were the second goal in games that ultimately ended in draws. Orban’s pace and positioning, particularly his threat from counter-attacks, will be the focus of Verona’s offensive plans. His ability to hold up the ball and link play will be crucial for the visitors to relieve defensive pressure and pose a threat to the Lecce defence.
Head-to-Head Record between the Teams
The head-to-head record between these two sides in recent Serie A history indicates a tightly balanced and highly competitive rivalry.
MetricLecce WinsDrawsVerona WinsTotal Recent Serie A Meetings (Last 5)122Lecce Home Record vs. Verona (Last 4)1 win0 draws3 wins for VeronaMost Recent Result (May 2025)Verona 1-1 Lecce (H)
The last five Serie A clashes have been extremely close, with Verona holding a slight advantage of two wins to Lecce’s one, alongside two draws. However, the last meeting in May 2025 ended in a 1-1 draw. Lecce did secure a 1-0 home victory against Verona in October 2024, but before that, they suffered three consecutive home losses to the same opponent. The most notable trend is the low-scoring nature of this fixture, with two of the last three encounters at the Stadio Via del Mare ending with a 1-0 scoreline.
Players to Watch
Lecce
Nikola Stulic (Forward): Expected to lead the line, Stulic’s hold-up play and aerial presence will be vital for Lecce to launch attacks and occupy the Verona centre-backs. His role is primarily to create space for the attacking midfielders.
Ylber Ramadani (Midfielder): Ramadani’s work rate, ability to break up play, and passing range are crucial in the deep-lying midfield role. He will be tasked with controlling the tempo and nullifying Verona’s midfield press.
Verona
Ajdin Hrustić (Midfielder): The creative force in the centre of the pitch. Hrustić’s vision and set-piece delivery will be Verona’s best chance of breaking down the solid Lecce defensive block.
Isak Hien (Defender): The towering central defender will be key in organizing the back three and defending against Lecce’s crosses and aerial threats. His physical presence will be vital in containing Stulic.
Prediction
This match is perfectly set up to be a tense, low-scoring affair. Lecce has momentum from their recent away win and will be desperate to break their home winless streak. Verona, on the other hand, is under intense pressure but have shown resilience in securing five draws this season. Given the struggles of both teams to consistently score goals—particularly Verona away from home—and Lecce’s current defensive focus, a tactical battle where neither side commits too heavily forward is expected. While Verona’s historic edge at the Via del Mare is a factor, Lecce’s recent form gives them a slight advantage in what will likely be decided by a single goal or end in a draw.
Score Prediction: Lecce 1-0 Verona
Live Stream and TV Broadcast Information
This Serie A fixture is scheduled for broadcast across various platforms.
In the United Kingdom (UK), the match is not listed for live TV broadcast but may be available via streaming services like DAZN UK.
In the United States (US), the match is available to stream on Paramount+ and DAZN USA.
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