Match report
Verona Stuns Atalanta with 3-1 Win in Serie A
Verona
3–1
FT
Atalanta
Dec 6, 2025
Verona stunned the visiting team, Atalanta, with a convincing 3-1 win in their latest Serie A fixture. The game saw early dominance from Verona as R. Belghali and Giovane scored within the first half-hour to take control of the match. Despite a late penalty goal by G. Scamacca for Atalanta, Bernede's third goal ensured Verona maintained their lead through the end.
Key Facts
- • Verona scored three goals against one from Atalanta.
- • R. Belghali opened the scoring in the 28th minute, assisted by D. Mosquera.
- • Giovane doubled Verona's lead in the 36th minute with an unassisted goal.
- • A. Bernede scored a third for Verona in the 71st minute, assisted by Giovane.
- • G. Scamacca converted a penalty for Atalanta at the 81st minute.
Lineups
Verona
Formation: 3-5-2
Starting XI
- 1 L. Montipo (G)
- 5 U. Nunez (D)
- 15 V. Nelsson (D)
- 37 A. Bella-Kotchap (D)
- 7 R. Belghali (M)
- 36 C. Niasse (M)
- 73 Al Musrati (M)
- 24 A. Bernede (M)
- 3 M. Frese (M)
- 17 Giovane (F)
- 25 D. Mosquera (F)
Substitutes
- 34 S. Perilli
- 94 G. Toniolo
- 2 D. Oyegoke
- 6 N. Valentini
- 19 T. Slotsager
- 23 E. Ebosse
- 70 F. Cham
- 4 Y. Santiago
- 20 G. Kastanos
- 21 A. Harroui
- 9 A. Sarr
- 16 G. Orban
- 72 J. Ajayi
Atalanta
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Starting XI
- 29 M. Carnesecchi (G)
- 3 O. Kossounou (D)
- 4 I. Hien (D)
- 19 B. Djimsiti (D)
- 16 R. Bellanova (M)
- 13 Ederson (M)
- 15 M. De Roon (M)
- 77 D. Zappacosta (M)
- 17 C. De Ketelaere (F)
- 11 A. Lookman (F)
- 90 N. Krstovic (F)
Substitutes
- 31 F. Rossi
- 57 M. Sportiello
- 23 S. Kolasinac
- 42 G. Scalvini
- 69 H. Ahanor
- 6 Y. Musah
- 8 M. Pasalic
- 10 L. Samardzic
- 44 M. Brescianini
- 47 L. Bernasconi
- 59 N. Zalewski
- 70 D. Maldini
- 9 G. Scamacca
Timeline
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28' Verona Goal · Normal GoalR. Belghali · Assist: D. Mosquera
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36' Verona Goal · Normal GoalGiovane
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45' Verona Card · Yellow CardVictor Nelsson
Foul
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46' Atalanta subst · Substitution 1Off: O. Kossounou · On: S. Kolasinac
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46' Atalanta subst · Substitution 2Off: N. Krstovic · On: G. Scamacca
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50' Verona Card · Yellow CardM. Frese
Foul
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61' Atalanta subst · Substitution 3Off: Éderson · On: M. Pasalic
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61' Atalanta subst · Substitution 4Off: D. Zappacosta · On: N. Zalewski
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65' Atalanta Card · Yellow CardMarten de Roon
Foul
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70' Atalanta subst · Substitution 5Off: C. De Ketelaere · On: L. Samardzic
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71' Verona Goal · Normal GoalA. Bernede · Assist: Giovane
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79' Atalanta Var · Penalty confirmedR. Bellanova
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81' Verona subst · Substitution 1Off: D. Mosquera · On: A. Sarr
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81' Atalanta Goal · PenaltyG. Scamacca
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88' Verona subst · Substitution 2Off: Giovane · On: D. Oyegoke
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88' Verona subst · Substitution 3Off: C. Niasse · On: A. Harroui
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90'+2 Verona subst · Substitution 4Off: M. Frese · On: Nicolás Valentini
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90'+2 Verona subst · Substitution 5Off: R. Belghali · On: G. Kastanos
Match Stats
| Stat | Verona | Atalanta |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 14 | 7 |
| Pass Accuracy | 70% | 81% |
| Offsides | 3 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 12 | 12 |
| Corners | 5 | 5 |
| Total Passes | 278 | 488 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 1 |
| Blocked Shots | 4 | 5 |
| Shots on Target | 7 | 5 |
| xG | 0.99 | 1.47 |
| Shots off Target | 1 | 2 |
| Possession | 36% | 64% |
| Goals Prevented | 0 | 0 |
| Accurate Passes | 195 | 396 |
| Shots Inside Box | 6 | 9 |
| Saves | 3 | 4 |
| Shots Outside Box | 6 | 3 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Verona's early goals by Belghali and Giovane set the tone of the match, putting significant pressure on Atalanta from the start.
- ▸ Atalanta attempted to regroup with multiple substitutions but could only manage a penalty goal late in the game. This did not alter Verona’s control over the match.