Hellas Verona 2:1 Virtus Verona — Result, Match Report & Stats

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Abdou Harroui scored and was the standout performer as Hellas Verona beat Virtus Verona 2-1 in a Club Friendly, setting up a meeting with Dolomiti Bellunesi on July 25th. The scoreline flattered the visitors, who snatched a stoppage-time consolation against a dominant Verona side.

The match was effectively settled in the first half, with Abdou Harroui opening the scoring in the 21st minute before Antoine Bernede doubled the lead just before the break in the 42nd minute. Virtus Verona pulled one back deep into stoppage time at the 90th minute, but it was far too little, too late to alter the result.

Hellas Verona utterly controlled the contest, enjoying 71% possession and winning 10 corners to Virtus Verona's 5, outplaying their opponents despite only a two-goal margin. Abdou Harroui was the standout with a rating of 9.13, scoring once from midfield. CheckLive's model rated Hellas Verona marginally ahead and the result confirmed that, though the dominance on the ball suggested it should have been more comfortable. Next up for Hellas Verona is Dolomiti Bellunesi.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Hellas Verona vs Virtus Verona?

Hellas Verona 2-1 Virtus Verona (Club Friendly Games).

Who scored?

Abdou Harroui (21') for Hellas Verona; Antoine Bernede (42') for Hellas Verona.