Roma — Verona : Match Preview and Prediction for September 28,2025

Roma’s Strong Start to the Season

Under the leadership of their new coach, Gian Piero Gasperini, Roma has embarked on this season with exceptional vigor and a series of impressive performances. The past week, in particular, proved to be highly productive for the “Giallorossi”, reflecting a strong overall start to the campaign for the Roman side.

Recent Victories and Team News

The “Giallorossi” first secured a significant 3-1 victory over Lazio in the hotly contested Roman derby, thanks to a crucial goal from Lorenzo Pellegrini, marking their third win in four league matches. Roma continued their strong run by successfully kicking off their Europa League journey in Nice, where they commendably defeated the French side 2-1 on their home turf. Goals from Ndicka and Mancini were instrumental in clinching this vital European win. Now, buoyed by these positive results, Roma will host Verona at the Olimpico. The home side will be without Bailey, Bove, and Dybala for this encounter.

Verona’s Seasonal Outlook

Under Paolo Zanetti, Verona didn’t achieve a high league position last season, yet, for the first time in several years, the “Mastiffs” knew they were safe from relegation before the final matches. This stability allowed the former Venezia coach to continue with the yellow-blues for the new campaign, even though their customary position remains in the lower half of the league table.

Recent Form and Cup Exit

Last week, Verona notably held Juventus to a 1-1 draw on their home ground, likely benefiting from their opponents’ fatigue after a demanding Champions League fixture and a strenuous week. However, their mid-week Coppa Italia campaign ended in disappointment; Zanetti’s squad was knocked out by his former club, Venezia, after a goalless draw in regular time was followed by a penalty shootout defeat.

Squad Limitations for the Roma Clash

Consequently, Verona enters this match without a single win in regular time this season, having collected just 3 points from their opening four fixtures. It appears highly improbable that the “Gialloblu” will significantly improve their record at the Olimpico. Key players Harroui, Mosquera, Suslov, Valentini, and Ojeiogbe are all sidelined for the clash against Roma.