Cittadella vs Virtus Verona: match statistics
Cittadella displays solid home form, winning 44% of their matches at their own ground with only a 22% loss rate. The hosts possess a positive home goal difference (+2) and an impressive 44% clean sheet record. In contrast, Virtus Verona struggles significantly on the road, suffering defeats in 44% of their away fixtures while winning just 33%. The visitors concede an average of 1.33 goals per away game, which, combined with Cittadella's defensive solidity (0.67 goals conceded per home game), favors the home side. Both recent form (Cittadella: 1.6 PPG, Virtus Verona: 1.4 PPG) and the hosts' superior xG in home matches (1.4 vs 1.32 for the visitors away) confirm this advantage. While Cittadella has a realistic chance of winning, Virtus Verona's recent streak of draws (4 in their last 5 matches) suggests a share of the points cannot be completely ruled out.
Cittadella vs Virtus Verona: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Cittadella played against Virtus Verona in Serie C Group A (Italy). The game was played on January 3, 2026. Final score: 4:1.
Recent form
Cittadella has 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 1.60 points per game. Virtus Verona has 1 win, 4 draws and 0 losses, with 1.40 points per game.
Scoring records
Cittadella scores 0.95 goals per game and allows 0.74. Virtus Verona scores 1.00 and allows 1.26. Games in this league average 2.19 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 37% of Cittadella's games and 63% of Virtus Verona's. The Over 2.5 rates are 26% and 37%, compared with league averages of 48% for BTTS and 37% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Virtus Verona has the higher season xG average, 1.44 to 1.41 per game. Cittadella takes 11.0 shots per game, while Virtus Verona takes 12.4.
First-half and second-half trends
Cittadella leads at halftime in 16% of its games and scores 0.68 goals per game after halftime. Virtus Verona leads at halftime in 16% and scores 0.47 after halftime.
When the teams score
Cittadella's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (5 goals). For Virtus Verona, it is minutes 76-90+ (6 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Serie C Group A games average 2.19 goals. Both teams score in 48% of games, and 37% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 1 draw and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 2.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Cittadella displays solid home form, winning 44% of their matches at their own ground with only a 22% loss rate. The hosts possess a positive home goal difference (+2) and an impressive 44% clean sheet record. In contrast, Virtus Verona struggles significantly on the road, suffering defeats in 44% of their away fixtures while winning just 33%. The visitors concede an average of 1.33 goals per away game, which, combined with Cittadella's defensive solidity (0.67 goals conceded per home game), favors the home side. Both recent form (Cittadella: 1.6 PPG, Virtus Verona: 1.4 PPG) and the hosts' superior xG in home matches (1.4 vs 1.32 for the visitors away) confirm this advantage. While Cittadella has a realistic chance of winning, Virtus Verona's recent streak of draws (4 in their last 5 matches) suggests a share of the points cannot be completely ruled out.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Cittadella | Virtus Verona | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 32% | 31% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.13 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.27 | 0.26 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Cittadella is 14% better for: last-5 form.
1.6 pts / game - Cittadella · 1.4 pts / game - Virtus Verona
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Virtus Verona is 5% better for: goals scored per game.
0.95 goals / game - Cittadella · 1 goals / game - Virtus Verona
Cittadella is 70% better for: goals allowed per game.
0.74 goals / game - Cittadella · 1.26 goals / game - Virtus Verona
Cittadella scores in 74% of games (14 of 19 meczów), while Virtus Verona keeps a clean sheet in 21% (4 of 19 meczów).
Virtus Verona scores in 74% of games (14 of 19 meczów), while Cittadella keeps a clean sheet in 47% (9 of 19 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Cittadella
Over / Under - Virtus Verona
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Cittadella is 11% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.11 pts / game - Cittadella · 1 pts / game - Virtus Verona
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Cittadella - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 16% of games and wins 47%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Virtus Verona - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 16% of games and wins 16%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.80 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.0 | 1.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 0.4 | 1.6 |
| 1 goal | 20% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 60% |
| No goal | 100% | 20% |
| Goal difference | -2 | +4 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.00 | 1.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.2 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Average goals per game | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| 1 goal | 20% | 40% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 80% |
| No goal | 80% | 60% |
| Goal difference | 0 | +1 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (5 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (5). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (6 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (6). Late-goal balance (76-90): +2 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Cittadella
Virtus Verona
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Serie C Group A).
Teams vs league
| Cittadella | Liga | Virtus Verona | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 1.68 | 2.19 | • 2.26 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 37% | 48% | ▲ 63% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 26% | 37% | • 37% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 47% | 31% | ▼ 21% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 42% | 66% | ▲ 68% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 74% | 70% | ▼ 63% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from Cittadella's perspective: 0 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses against Virtus Verona. Games average 2.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Cittadella vs Virtus Verona?
The Serie C Group A match finished Cittadella 4:1 Virtus Verona. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Cittadella vs Virtus Verona?
Cittadella score 0.95 goals per game on average and Virtus Verona 1.00. The Serie C Group A average is 2.19 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 37% of games. Both teams score in 37% of Cittadella's matches and 63% of Virtus Verona's.
What form are Cittadella and Virtus Verona in?
Over the last 5 games Cittadella have a 2-2-1 record (1.60 points per game) and Virtus Verona 1-4-0 (1.40 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Cittadella vs Virtus Verona?
The statistical background for Cittadella vs Virtus Verona — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.