Verona take on the visitors AC Milan in the round 17 match of Italian Serie A. The match will be played on Friday, December 20th at Stadio Marc'Antonio Bentegodi (Verona).
Verona face serious challenges again. The "Mastiffs" once held the prestigious title of Serie A champions, but in more recent times, they've been a "yo-yo" club, frequently oscillating between divisions. Even when staying in Serie A, they have often struggled to secure survival. Last season marked a positive shift as the team climbed to 13th place under Marco Baroni. However, Baroni left for Lazio in the offseason, and his successor, Paolo Zanetti, has faced significant difficulties. After an early exit from the Coppa Italia at the hands of Cesena, Verona managed two wins in their first three Serie A matches. Unfortunately, they have since been mired in a streak of consecutive defeats, steadily sinking toward the bottom of the table. Their recent 3-2 victory over Parma might indicate a turning point, but their struggles remain evident. Verona has shown resilience at times, especially in front of their home crowd. While an upset seems unlikely, they could make it difficult for Milan to dominate.
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Milan endured a long period of stagnation before Stefano Pioli brought them back among Italy's elite. His tenure saw Milan win the Scudetto and finish second to an exceptional Inter last season. However, the club's management opted for a change, appointing Paulo Fonseca, whose time at Roma had been mixed. Fonseca's start at San Siro has been shaky, with few wins in Serie A. That said, his victories have come against high-profile opponents, including Inter in the derby and Real Madrid in the Spanish capital. Milan’s Champions League campaign has also been challenging, narrowly defeating Crvena Zvezda in their last match with a late goal. In Serie A, the "Rossoneri" are well off the pace set by the league leaders. Their most recent outing was a frustrating 0-0 draw against Genoa, a result that dampened the celebration of the club's anniversary. Keep an eye on Tijjani Reijnders, who has been a creative force in Milan’s midfield. His vision could unlock Verona’s defense.
Milan is unbeaten in their last 11 matches against Verona, winning the most recent seven encounters consecutively. Despite their current struggles, the "Rossoneri" are significantly stronger than Verona. The home-field advantage is unlikely to bridge the gap in quality. Expect Paulo Fonseca's team to secure a victory.
Prediction for the match: AC Milan to win.
