Empoli vs Verona: Serie A Prediction (26.05.2025)

On May 26, 2025, at 01:45 WIB, the final round match of the Italian Serie A between Empoli and Verona will take place. This is a battle to remain in the top division. Bookmakers consider the home side the favorites. Let’s analyze the current form of both teams and provide a prediction for the match.

Empoli

Heading into the final round, Empoli sits in 18th place in the standings, within the relegation zone. However, the team still has a good chance of staying in the top flight if they can secure points. Recently, Empoli has backed up their desire to remain in Serie A with results. They have won their last two matches in a row and have the same number of points as Lecce, although they trail on tiebreakers. They are two points behind Parma, but more importantly, Verona is within direct reach—just three points ahead. A narrow win would be enough to overtake Verona and secure their Serie A spot. There is also hope that Lecce will lose to a motivated Lazio, in which case a draw would be enough for Empoli. In any case, the finale promises to be tense.

Verona

Verona is currently in 15th place, which doesn’t guarantee anything. Yes, Parma and Lecce both face tough matches against Atalanta and Lazio, respectively. But this season has been full of surprises. If they lose this upcoming match, Verona could still be dragged into the relegation zone. Unlike their opponent, a draw would be an acceptable result for Verona. However, the current form of Paolo Zanetti’s side is highly questionable. The team has failed to win in their last eight matches. On the bright side, they managed to collect points in five of those eight games through draws.

Head-to-Head Statistics

In the last five head-to-head meetings, Verona has the edge with two wins compared to one for Empoli, while two matches ended in a draw. However, in the first meeting between the teams this season, Empoli secured a convincing 4–1 away win.

Prediction

For the Empoli vs Verona match, we’ll make a slightly unconventional and risky prediction. It’s difficult to predict a winner in this clash. But one thing is certain—the game will be tense and hard-fought. The home team will take more risks, as they need a win. At the same time, the defense will give everything to hold the line. In this situation, it’s worth paying special attention to Giuseppe Pezzella. This defender tends to play aggressively, and in such a high-pressure game, it’s not unlikely he’ll commit a few fouls or play rougher than allowed. Therefore, an interesting bet would be for Giuseppe Pezzella to receive a yellow card, with odds of 4.60.