{"id":1427138,"date":"2026-01-29T13:20:50","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T13:20:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&#038;p=1427138"},"modified":"2026-01-29T13:20:53","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T13:20:53","slug":"match-preview-cagliari-vs-verona-31-01-26-serie-a","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-cagliari-vs-verona-31-01-26-serie-a\/","title":{"rendered":"Cagliari vs Verona: predictions, stats, tips &#038; odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/stats\/clubs\/cagliari\/\">Cagliari<\/a> welcome <a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/stats\/clubs\/hellas-verona\/\">Verona<\/a> to Sardinia for a crucial <a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/bet\/football-tips\/serie-a\/\">Serie A<\/a> clash at Unipol Domus, with kick-off set for 19:45 on Saturday. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both sides are desperate for points, but while Cagliari have shown signs of improvement and climbed to 12th, Verona arrive bottom of the table and winless in their last five. The most recent league meetings have been tight, but with Cagliari unbeaten in their last three against the Giallobl\u00f9, the momentum could be with the hosts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-best-bets-amp-predictions\">Best Bets &amp; Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Based on recent form, underlying numbers, and the head-to-head record, here are our top betting recommendations for this match. We&#8217;re particularly confident that Cagliari can take all three points at home, given Verona&#8217;s defensive struggles and lack of cutting edge in attack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\">\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Our Prediction<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Odds &amp; Bookmaker<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Confidence<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Why We&#8217;re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Cagliari to Win<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"\/en\/go\/bet365?q=gb-all-con-wof-s-spo\">5\/4 @ Bet365<\/a><br>(44.4%)<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Cagliari have lost just one of their last five against Verona and have picked up 25 points this season, compared to Verona&#8217;s 14. The visitors have the league&#8217;s worst defence (37 conceded) and just two wins all campaign.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Over 1.5 Goals<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"\/en\/go\/bet365?q=gb-all-con-wof-s-spo\">21\/20 @ Bet365<\/a><br>(48.8%)<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Eight of the last nine meetings have featured at least two goals. Both teams&#8217; defensive frailties (Cagliari 1.41 conceded\/game, Verona 1.68) suggest chances at both ends, even if finishing is inconsistent.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><small>Odds correct at the time of writing. 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Stake not returned. Promotional Terms Apply.\u00a0<a class=\"c-link\" href=\"http:\/\/gambleaware.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-stringify-link=\"http:\/\/GambleAware.org\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\">GambleAware.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Season Form &amp; Standings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cagliari have climbed out of the drop zone and currently sit 12th, while Verona are bottom with the lowest win percentage and joint-worst goal difference in the league. Recent form, especially for Verona, has been poor with just two wins in 22 matches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\">\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Team<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Pos<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">P<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">W<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">D<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">L<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">GF<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">GA<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">GD<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Pts<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Cagliari<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">12<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">22<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">6<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">7<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">9<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">24<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">31<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">-7<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">25<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Verona<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">20<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">22<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">8<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">12<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">18<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">37<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">-19<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">14<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Potential Match-Winners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Sebastiano Esposito (Cagliari)<\/strong> \u2013 The forward is expected to lead the line. He brings physical presence and a proven Serie A scoring record. Watch for his aerial threat and ability to win fouls in the box.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Zito Luvumbo (Cagliari)<\/strong> \u2013 Noted for his pace, he can stretch Verona\u2019s back line and has contributed regularly to Cagliari\u2019s attacks. His direct running could create space for others.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gift Orban (Verona)<\/strong> \u2013 A rare bright spark for Verona, Orban leads their line and is capable of producing a moment of magic. He will need more support if Verona are to trouble Cagliari\u2019s defence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Domagoj Bradari\u0107 (Verona)<\/strong> \u2013 Reliable at left-back, often contributes with crosses and set-pieces. Could be key if Verona focus on wide play.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/SquawkaBet\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"114\" src=\"https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/11\/28163831\/Group-14764-1-1024x114.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1415389\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/11\/28163831\/Group-14764-1-1024x114.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/11\/28163831\/Group-14764-1-300x33.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/11\/28163831\/Group-14764-1-768x86.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/11\/28163831\/Group-14764-1-1536x171.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/11\/28163831\/Group-14764-1-400x45.jpg 400w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/11\/28163831\/Group-14764-1-600x67.jpg 600w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/11\/28163831\/Group-14764-1-538x60.jpg 538w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/11\/28163831\/Group-14764-1-150x17.jpg 150w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/11\/28163831\/Group-14764-1-40x4.jpg 40w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/11\/28163831\/Group-14764-1.jpg 1792w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Head-to-Head <span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">(Last 6 Meetings)<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Recent history suggests little between the sides, with four of the last six encounters ending level or decided by a single goal. Their last meeting finished 2-2 in Verona earlier this season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\">\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th class=\"\" data-align=\"center\">Date<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Score<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Competition<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">26\/10\/25<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Verona 2-2 Cagliari<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Serie A<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">28\/04\/25<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Verona 0-2 Cagliari<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Serie A<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">29\/11\/24<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Cagliari 1-0 Verona<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Serie A<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">01\/04\/24<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Cagliari 1-1 Verona<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Serie A<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">23\/12\/23<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Verona 2-0 Cagliari<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Serie A<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">30\/04\/22<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Cagliari 1-2 Verona<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Serie A<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Will Cagliari capitalise on home advantage and poor Verona form to secure a vital win? With the hosts&#8217; improved defensive record and Verona\u2019s blunt attack, our top tip is Cagliari to win at <a href=\"\/en\/go\/bet365?q=gb-all-con-wof-s-spo\">5\/4 with Bet365<\/a> (44.4%). If you\u2019re seeking value, consider both teams not to score at <a href=\"\/en\/go\/bet365?q=gb-all-con-wof-s-spo\">4\/6<\/a> (60.0%) given Verona\u2019s scoring woes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><small>Odds correct at the time of writing. 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