Serie A Regular Season - 7
Pisa 0 - 0 FT Hellas Verona
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Martin Frese 45'+3
HT
↓ F. Cham ↑R. Belghali 61'
↓ A. Bernede ↑J. Akpa Akpro 61'
65' ↓ M. Leris ↑J. Cuadrado
65' ↓ M. Marin ↑G. Piccinini
65' ↓ S. Angori ↑G. Bonfanti
↓ G. Orban ↑A. Sarr 67'
↓ Giovane ↑D. Mosquera 67'
79' ↓ S. Moreo ↑M. Tramoni
↓ S. Serdar ↑Y. Santiago 85'
Martin Frese 88'
90'+5 Matteo Tramoni
Unai Núñez 90'+5
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Pisa
Goalkeepers
A. Semper 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
A. Caracciolo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Albiol 
MAGNET
97
Activity
97
Activity
84
Passes
13
Duels
S. Canestrelli 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
63%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
M. Leris
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
E. Akinsanmiro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Aebischer
MAGNET
75
Activity
75
Activity
71
Passes
4
Duels
M. Marin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
65
Entry
S. Angori 
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
Nicolas Andrade 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
S. Scuffet
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
F. Coppola
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Calabresi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Denoon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Bonfanti 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
M. Hojholt
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Cuadrado
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Vural
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Piccinini
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lorran
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Meister
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Tramoni
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Buffon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Verona
Goalkeepers
L. Montipo
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
90
Minutes
Defenders
U. Nunez
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
V. Nelsson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Valentini
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Midfielders
F. Cham
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
S. Serdar 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
24%
Pass Acc
R. Gagliardini
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Bernede
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
M. Frese
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
M. Castagnini
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
R. Belghali
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Bradaric
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
Y. Santiago
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Akpa Akpro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Kastanos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Harroui
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
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
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Mosquera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Ajayi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/10/2025 | Pisa | 0 - 0 | Verona | Serie A | Arena Garibaldi - Stadio Romeo Anconetani |
| 26/03/2017 | Verona | 1 - 1 | Pisa | Serie B | Marc Antonio Bentegodi |
| 25/10/2016 | Pisa | 0 - 0 | Verona | Serie B | Arena Garibaldi |
Pisa Win
Hellas Verona Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 7 GD: +7
P: 7 GD: +10
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 7 GD: 0
P: 7 GD: -1
P: 7 GD: -3
P: 7 GD: +3
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 7 GD: -7
P: 7 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -7
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -6
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: 27 GD: -2
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 27 GD: -1
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -6
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 28 GD: -21
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
Survival Stakes High as Deadlock Remains Unbroken
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 20/100. This relegation six-pointer at the Arena Garibaldi was defined by defensive resilience and a pivotal VAR intervention, leaving both winless sides frustrated in their search for a breakout victory.
Possession Without a Point at Arena Garibaldi
The match at Arena Garibaldi - Stadio Romeo Anconetani began with the high Stakes typical of a bottom-of-the-table clash. Pisa dominated possession with a 60% share, attempting to dictate play from the back. However, their control of the ball rarely translated into genuine danger, as they failed to record a single shot on target throughout the ninety minutes. Verona, managed with a more direct approach, looked more threatening on the counter. Martin Frese was a constant outlet on the wing, contributing to a total of 15 shots for the visitors. Despite the territorial advantage for the hosts, it was the away side who looked more likely to find a crack in the opposition's armor during a cagey opening phase.
The VAR Intervention Shifts the Balance
The defining moment of the afternoon arrived in first-half stoppage time, threatening to shatter the Balance of the contest. The referee initially pointed to the spot for a foul in favor of the visitors, but a lengthy review by the VAR officials determined that Martin Frese had committed an infringement earlier in the buildup. The penalty was cancelled, much to the relief of the home supporters. This let-off galvanized the Pisa rearguard, who found themselves under a barrage of set-piece pressure as Verona racked up 8 corners. Adrian Šemper proved his worth between the sticks, making 3 crucial saves to keep his side level as the visitors searched for an elusive breakthrough.
Defensive Walls Hold Firm
The second half saw a slight dip in quality as fatigue set in, yet an Intensity rating of 4.0 reflected the grit on display in every tackle. The Pisa defensive unit was nothing short of heroic. Simone Canestrelli emerged as the man of the match with an outstanding display of positioning and aerial dominance, while the veteran Raúl Albiol organized the line with typical composure. Despite Verona registering an xG of 1.54, they could not find a way past the wall of blue and black. The final whistle brought a mix of relief and disappointment; while both teams earned a clean sheet, their failure to secure three points leaves them rooted in the relegation zone, still searching for that first win of the campaign.
Key Questions
How did VAR change this match?
VAR overturned a penalty awarded to Verona in the 45th minute, denying the visitors a golden opportunity to take the lead just before half-time.
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.
Survival Stakes at the Arena Garibaldi
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 6/100. A desperate basement battle where avoiding defeat is the absolute priority for two sides adrift at the bottom of the table.
The Setup
The Arena Garibaldi - Stadio Romeo Anconetani plays host to a quintessential six-pointer this October 18. Both Pisa and Verona enter this matchday tied on 15 points, occupying the bottom two rungs of the Serie A ladder. Pisa's home Form has been dismal, failing to secure a win in front of their own fans in three attempts. Meanwhile, Verona’s struggle is reflected in their recent run of results, leaving them at the very foot of the table. With the Stakes maximized by the threat of relegation, this is a match where tactical caution will likely override attacking flair.
Key Battle
The tactical heart of this match lies in whether Pisa's flank play can bypass Verona's central block. S. Iling-Junior will be the primary outlet for the hosts, looking to use his pace to stretch a defense marshaled by V. Nelsson. For Verona, the presence of Lorenzo Montipò in goal provides a safety net; his proven ability to stop penalties could be the difference in a game where a single error might decide the outcome. The overall Stars rating for this fixture remains low, suggesting a battle of units rather than individual brilliance.
Our Prediction
Given the statistical Balance between these two struggling sides, a high-scoring affair is unlikely. Expect a cagey opening as both managers prioritize defensive structure to avoid an early setback. Pisa may enjoy more possession, but Verona’s counter-attacking duo of Giovane and G. Orban will keep the home side honest. We foresee a tense 1-1 draw, a result that reflects the current fragility of both squads and keeps the relegation race wide open.