Hellas Verona vs Vicenza Virtus - Serie B

Hellas Verona prepare to host Vicenza Virtus at the home ground on September 20, 2026, with both sides eager to assert their credentials and claim a result that could define their Serie B season. There are just three weeks to go in the transfer window and City face more transfer questions than answers ahead of the new campaign.

Hellas Verona head into the contest positioned 16th in the Serie B standings, while Vicenza Virtus arrive sitting 12th. Patchy would be the kindest description of Hellas Verona's recent run: L in their last five, a season win rate of 25%. Vicenza Virtus have blown hot and cold, DDLW across their last five and a season win rate of 25%. Goals could be in short supply or plentiful — Hellas Verona average 2 per game to Vicenza Virtus's 1.5, and that gap may dictate the rhythm of the contest. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Elsewhere, there was a useful win for Atletico Madrid to end Sevilla's unlikely winning run.

The tactical battle could prove decisive. Hellas Verona may lean on their home advantage to dictate the tempo, but Vicenza Virtus have shown they can be dangerous when allowed to play on their own terms. Speaking on his YouTube channel, he said: "If I’m Manchester United right now, I say press the green button and buy him, take him, right now.

Individual quality could tip the balance. The league's leading scorer C. Shpendi, with 5 goals to his name this season, is a reminder of the firepower on display. Set-piece specialists and aerial threats on both sides mean dead-ball situations could carry outsized importance. The reigning champions made it four wins from four in the league and are yet to concede a goal in their title defence.

With the sides closely matched, the outcome may well hinge on which team takes its chances on the day. Vicenza Virtus look well-equipped to take the points on the road, with a 2-3 victory well within their reach. The result at the home ground could resonate well beyond matchday in the Serie B picture. Premier League chief executive Richard Masters says a verdict on the alleged charges against Manchester City "has taken longer than expected".