Domenico Berardi’s brace fired Sassuolo to a 3-0 win over Verona, suggesting he’s in form — punters might back Berardi as an anytime scorer and Sassuolo to win (or cover a -1 handicap); the clean sheet also supports bets on “Sassuolo clean sheet” or “both teams not to score.”
Sassuolo 3-0 Verona: Berardi Brace Sends Neroverdi Into Eighth
Sassuolo moved up to eighth in Serie A after a convincing 3-0 victory over Hellas Verona, led by captain Domenico Berardi’s two goals. The win temporarily leapfrogs Fabio Grosso’s side ahead of Bologna and Lazio, pending the weekend’s remaining fixtures.
Match Report
Verona began the brighter side with early chances, including an Amin Sarr rebound blocked and a Kieron Bowie effort cleared off the line. Sassuolo grew into the game and struck first just before half-time when Lauriente’s interplay with Andrea Pinamonti produced a deflected effort that found the net. Shortly after, Sassuolo were awarded a penalty; Berardi’s spot-kick was initially saved by Montipò but he followed in to convert the rebound and make it 2-0 at the break.
Berardi completed his brace around the hour mark after a swift counter, finishing one-on-one to put the result beyond doubt. Verona were reduced to ten men late on when Al Musrati received a second yellow, extinguishing any hope of a comeback.
Key Moments
- 40’ – Deflected goal from Lauriente/Pinamonti combination opens scoring. - Shortly after – Penalty awarded; Montipò saves but Berardi scores on the rebound. - ~60’ – Berardi finishes a one-on-one to make it 3-0. - 85’ – Al Musrati shown second yellow; Verona down to ten men.
Tactical Observations
Sassuolo controlled the tempo after weathering early pressure, exploiting quick transitions and using Berardi’s movement to stretch Verona’s back line. Verona created early threats but lacked cutting edge after their initial chances, and the sending-off exposed a fragile defensive structure late on.
Table and Season Implications
The three points lift Sassuolo into the top half temporarily, adding momentum as they chase a push for European contention or a comfortable mid-table finish. Verona remain under pressure for results and defensive solidity will be a focus after conceding three without reply.
Betting Implications
Berardi’s form and confidence make him a strong candidate for anytime scorer bets in coming fixtures. Sassuolo’s clean sheet here supports markets like “Sassuolo to win and keep a clean sheet” or “both teams not to score.”
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The comfortable margin also makes a short-priced Sassuolo -1 handicap plausible for punters seeking greater value.
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