Bentegodi will host Pisa on the eighth matchday of Serie B, at 5.15pm, in a match that pits two teams relegated from Serie A. Verona, currently 13th in the table, has achieved two wins, two draws and three defeats, with 14 goals scored and 12 conceded. Pisa, on the other hand, is in 6th position, with four wins, one draw and two defeats, and a draw of goals: 14 goals and 9 conceded.
Verona, under the guidance of Marco Baroni, had to deal with the disappearance of Davidowicz due to adductor strain, in addition to the absences of Bradaric and Serdar, who will be out for a few weeks, and Frese and Korac, still recovering. The coach opted for a 4‑3‑3, with Edmundsson at the center of defense next to Calabrese, while Zappa and De Battisti cover the flanks. The goal is in dispute between Leali and Perilli, while Iannoni, Lella and Le Borgne take care of the direction. In attack, Mosquera is the central point of reference, supported by Livramento and Sarr.
Pisa, coached by Paolo Bianco, plans to maintain the 3-4-2-1, with the absence of Vural and Buffon. The use of Bozhinov in the back three is possible, flanked by Primasso and Calabresi, with Confente at the center of the defense. In midfield, Leone and Correia should lead the team, with the possibility of introducing Loyola, who showed a good performance against Cremonese. On the wings, Zanon and Leris/Angori alternate for lateral coverage, while Moreo and Tramoni support the third band, with Petagna or Pittarello in attack.
Both teams try to consolidate their position in the league table: Verona, still far from expectations, must look for points against an opponent in good form, while Pisa tries to maintain the race towards promotion. The result of this match could influence the dynamics of the second half of the season, with Verona trying to get out of the relegation zone and Pisa aiming to consolidate its position among the top.