Serie A Regular Season - 8
Hellas Verona 2 - 2 FT Cagliari
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
16' ↓ U. Nunez ↑A. Bella-Kotchap
23' R. Gagliardini (Giovane)
HT
46' ↓ J. Akpa Akpro ↑A. Bernede
↓ J. Liteta ↑M. Adopo 46'
57' Victor Nelsson
59' G. Orban (Giovane)
↓ M. Folorunsho ↑L. Pavoletti 62'
↓ G. Gaetano ↑Z. Luvumbo 63'
Adam Obert 65'
70' ↓ R. Belghali ↑F. Cham
R. Idrissi (A. Obert) 77'
78' ↓ G. Orban ↑A. Harroui
78' ↓ Giovane ↑A. Sarr
↓ M. Palestra ↑M. Felici 78'
↓ M. Prati ↑L. Mazzitelli 86'
Luca Mazzitelli 89'
M. Felici (L. Pavoletti) 90'
Gennaro Borrelli 90'+4
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Verona
Goalkeepers
L. Montipo 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
U. Nunez 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
16
Entry
V. Nelsson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Valentini 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Midfielders
R. Belghali
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
70
Entry
S. Serdar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Gagliardini 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
J. Akpa Akpro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
D. Bradaric
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
S. Perilli 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
G. Toniolo
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
M. Frese
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Slotsager
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Ebosse
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Bella-Kotchap
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
74
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Cham 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
100%
Duel Win %
Y. Santiago
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Harroui
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Bernede
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Niasse
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Sarr
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Mosquera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Ajayi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cagliari
Goalkeepers
E. Caprile
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Midfielders
M. Palestra
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
78
Entry
M. Folorunsho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
62
Total Mins
62
Entry
M. Prati 
NPC
86
Minutes
86
Minutes
29%
Pass Acc
6.3
Rating
J. Liteta
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
R. Idrissi 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Forwards
G. Borrelli
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Gaetano 
MAGNET
46
Activity
46
Activity
37
Passes
9
Duels
BENCH
G. Ciocci
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
V. Sarno
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
S. Luperto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Rodriguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Mazzitelli
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Adopo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Rog
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Cavuoti
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Felici 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.7
Rating
S. Kilicsoy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Pavoletti 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
28
Minutes
6.2
Rating
Z. Luvumbo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Esposito
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26/10/2025 | Verona | 2 - 2 | Cagliari | Serie A | Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi |
| 28/04/2025 | Verona | 0 - 2 | Cagliari | Serie A | Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi |
| 29/11/2024 | Cagliari | 1 - 0 | Verona | Serie A | Unipol Domus |
| 01/04/2024 | Cagliari | 1 - 1 | Verona | Serie A | Unipol Domus |
| 23/12/2023 | Verona | 2 - 0 | Cagliari | Serie A | Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi |
| 30/04/2022 | Cagliari | 1 - 2 | Verona | Serie A | Unipol Domus |
Hellas Verona Win
Cagliari Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 8 GD: +7
P: 8 GD: +5
P: 8 GD: +7
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: -1
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -1
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -7
P: 8 GD: -5
P: 8 GD: -7
League Standings
P: 28 GD: +42
P: 28 GD: +24
P: 28 GD: +14
P: 28 GD: +25
P: 28 GD: +17
P: 28 GD: +22
P: 28 GD: +13
P: 28 GD: +3
P: 28 GD: -3
P: 28 GD: 0
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 29 GD: -15
P: 29 GD: -18
P: 28 GD: -6
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 28 GD: -17
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -18
P: 28 GD: -27
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Late Heartbreak at the Bentegodi as Cagliari Deny Verona
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 79/100. A dramatic two-goal comeback from Cagliari deep in the second half leaves Hellas Verona searching for their first victory of a challenging season.
Clinical Start at the Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi
The Stakes were palpable from the opening whistle in this crucial Serie A encounter. Verona defied their recent poor form by striking early against a Cagliari side that controlled 63% of the ball. In the 23rd minute, the deadlock was broken when Giovane displayed superb vision to set up Roberto Gagliardini, who finished with composure to send the home crowd into raptures. Despite seeing very little of the ball, Verona's tactical setup focused on Intensity in the defensive transition, effectively neutralizing the Sardinians' possession-heavy approach throughout the first half.
The Double Blow and Shifting Momentum
Verona seemed to have secured a rare win when they doubled their advantage shortly before the hour mark. Once again, it was the creative spark of Giovane who made the difference, providing his second assist of the afternoon for G. Orban to slot home in the 59th minute. At 2-0, the Balance of the match appeared firmly in Hellas' favor. However, the xG battle (2.02 to 0.44) suggested Verona were far more efficient, whereas Cagliari's dominance in territory finally began to stretch the home side's resolve as the substitutions started to impact the rhythm of play.
The Sardinian Surge and 90th-Minute Drama
Cagliari’s resilience surfaced in a frantic final quarter. R. Idrissi pulled one back in the 77th minute after being teed up by A. Obert, injecting a sense of panic into the Verona ranks. The Upset Factor peaked in the final minute of regulation time. Impact sub Mattia Felici combined with the experienced L. Pavoletti to fire home a dramatic equalizer. The 2-2 result is a bitter pill for Verona to swallow, as they remain mired in the relegation zone despite a performance that for 75 minutes looked like a turning point in their campaign.
Key Questions
Did Cagliari deserve the late equalizer?
Yes, despite trailing, Cagliari dominated possession (63%) and kept pushing until Felici's 90th-minute strike rewarded their persistence.
How did Cagliari complete the comeback from behind?
Strategic substitutions played a key role, with Idrissi and Felici both scoring in the final 15 minutes.
How did Giovane change the match?
Giovane was Verona's standout performer, providing two crucial assists and creating three key passes during the match.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Desperation at the Bentegodi
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 19/100. A low-stakes survival scrap where offensive futility meets two of the league's most overworked and effective goalkeepers.
The Setup
Verona enters this fixture at the Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi in dire straits. Currently rooted to the bottom of the table, their Form rating is abysmal, characterized by a complete lack of home wins this season. Conversely, Cagliari sits comfortably in 12th, yet they remain wary of the relegation battle looming below. While the Balance suggests a gap in quality, the sheer necessity for points may force a gritty, if unattractive, contest on October 26, 2025.
Key Battle
With clinical finishers in short supply, this match will be defined by a tactical stalemate between two desperate defensive units. Verona's attack, featuring Giovane, has struggled to break down mid-table blocks, and they now face a Cagliari side protected by an elite shot-stopper. The real conflict lies in the goalmouths: Lorenzo Montipò, who has already recorded a penalty save this term, will look to outshine Elia Caprile in a duel of reflex and resilience.
Our Prediction
The Stakes for Verona couldn't be higher, but high pressure often leads to conservative play. Cagliari's superior Stars power, particularly in goal, will likely neutralize any sporadic Hellas pressure. Expect a cagey affair where neither side finds the clinical edge required to secure three points. A stalemate is the most logical outcome, with a 0-0 scoreline reflecting the offensive struggles of both camps.