15 December 2021 at 14:00
Match Summary
Empoli defeated Hellas Verona 4:3. The match was played in Coppa Italia 2021. Goals were scored by A. La Mantia 15′, M. Cancellieri 18′, L. Mancuso 66′ (pen.), L. Mancuso 70′, N. Bajrami 74′, I. Ilić 86′, A. Ragusa 88′. 5 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Hellas Verona had 50% possession while Empoli held 50%. Hellas Verona had 20 shots (7 on target) compared to 12 (10 on target) for Empoli. Hellas Verona made 4 substitutions, Empoli made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty awarded (Kristjan Asllani 65′).
Match Events
Key match events between Hellas Verona and Empoli — 7 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Daniel Bessa
Penalty
assist: A. La Mantia
assist: I. Ilić
Match Statistics
Hellas Verona had 50% possession against Empoli's 50%. Hellas Verona registered 20 shots (7 on target) while Empoli managed 12 (10 on target). Corner kicks: 7–6. Fouls committed: 19–11.
Lineups
Hellas Verona lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under I. Tudor, while Empoli deployed a 4-3-1-2 under A. Andreazzoli.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Hellas Verona is —, compared to 6.58 for Empoli. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Hellas Verona's highest-rated starter is —, while Empoli's best-rated player is N. Haas (6.58).
Defensive Solidity
Hellas Verona deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Empoli's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Hellas Verona field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Empoli's 4 rated 6.58. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Hellas Verona start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Empoli averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Hellas Verona and 82% for Empoli. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Hellas Verona's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Empoli. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Hellas Verona's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Empoli average 32.0 (youngest: N. Haas (29), oldest: S. Romagnoli (35)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Hellas Verona's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 8 for Empoli. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: I. Tudor
Substitutes
Coach: A. Andreazzoli
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Hellas Verona have recorded 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 defeats. Empoli show 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Hellas Verona vs Empoli Head to Head Results
Hellas Verona and Empoli have met 12 times — Hellas Verona won 5, Empoli won 3, with 4 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2015. Hellas Verona leads the head-to-head with 5 victories from 12 meetings. A combined 26 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.17 per match (13 for the home side, 13 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 8 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 5 games (42%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–4 in 2024.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (12)
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