Verona vs Bologna Prediction & Betting Tips (15 January)

In great difficulty this season, Hellas today occupies 19th place in Serie A with 3 points behind the first non-relegation team. In December, the Veronese won their only two league victories, against Atalanta 3-1 and Fiorentina 1-2. Since then, they have started a negative dynamic again, as evidenced by their current series of 4 games without a win, 1 draw and 3 defeats. Hellas created a surprise by taking a point at Napoli 2-2 but otherwise lost to AC Milan 3-0, Torino 0-3 and Lazio last weekend 0-1. Behind on its progress table this season, Bologna is currently 9th in Serie A and is 7 points behind the last European seat.

The Rossoblu have been seriously marking time for several weeks. Indeed, they have not won any of their last 7 league matches, 3 draws and 4 defeats. Beaten by Inter 3-1 and Atalanta 0-2, Vincenzo Italiano's gang showed a reaction last weekend by bringing home a point from Como 1-1. At the end of December, Bologna dismissed Inter in the semi-final of the Italian Super Cup 1-1, qualifying on penalties before losing the final against Napoli 0-2. 

The historical dynamic between these two sides adds another layer of intrigue. Their last notable meeting came in late December of the previous season, when Verona edged Bologna in a dramatic 3–2 encounter that featured a red card and a late surge from the visitors. That match served as a reminder that this fixture often produces unpredictable swings in momentum. However, the current context is different, with both teams entering this match under pressure to stabilize their campaigns. Verona’s need for points to avoid slipping further into danger contrasts with Bologna’s desire to halt their recent slide and reassert themselves as a top‑six contender.

Despite the potential for drama, the tactical tendencies of both sides in recent weeks suggest a more cautious affair this time. Verona have tightened their defensive structure in an effort to limit damage, while Bologna’s recent struggles in the final third have led to more conservative game plans. With both teams wary of making costly mistakes and recent form pointing toward low‑risk approaches, the most reasonable expectation is a match defined by discipline rather than attacking flair. For this preview, the predicted correct score is 0–0.

• Summary: Hellas Verona is going head to head with Bologna starting on 15 Jan 2026 at 17:30 UTC at Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi stadium, Verona city, Italy. The match is a part of the Serie A .
• Verona Feedinco Rating: 6.62
• Bologna Feedinco Rating: 6.81