Verona's survival hopes dwindle as Milan seeks form

Hellas Verona is in dire straits regarding Serie A survival, currently sitting nine points behind safety with only seven rounds remaining. Their recent 2-1 defeat at Torino extended a losing streak to four matches, intensifying the pressure on interim coach Paolo Sammarco. The team's home form has been particularly concerning, with seven losses in their last eight league matches at the Stadio Marc'Antonio Bentegodi. Verona has a historically poor record against Milan, having lost all ten Serie A meetings since the start of 2021 and failing to score in their last three encounters.

AC Milan, aiming to solidify their top-four position for Champions League qualification, has also seen a dip in performance. Three losses in their last four games, including two consecutive defeats, have narrowed their lead over fifth place to just five points. Despite recent setbacks, including a significant 3-0 home loss, Milan boasts a strong away record against Verona, winning the last six encounters at the Bentegodi. Their overall away performance this season has been notable, earning more points on the road than at home, making them favorites despite their recent struggles.