Como vs Verona Match Recap - Oct 29, 2025

In a thrilling encounter at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, Como triumphed over Verona with a score of 3-1 on October 29, 2025. The victory propelled Como into a comfortable sixth place in Serie A, while Verona remained mired in the relegation zone, continuing their winless streak this season. With this result, Como solidified their position in the upper half of the table with 13 points, while Verona, still searching for their first win, languished at 17th with just 5 points.

From the opening whistle, Como asserted their dominance. Just nine minutes into the match, Anastasios Douvikas found the back of the net, giving Como an early advantage and igniting the home crowd. The goal was a testament to Como's strategy of exploiting the wide areas and using their speed, a tactic that had been discussed in the pre-match preview. It seemed my prediction that Como would capitalize on their attacking prowess was right on target.

However, Verona was quick to respond. They leveled the match in the 25th minute when Suat Serdar scored, momentarily silencing the exuberant Como supporters. The equalizer highlighted Verona's resilience, showcasing that they could compete despite their struggles this season. Their recent form, characterized by ties and losses, had not dampened their spirit entirely.

As the second half commenced, Como reestablished control, demonstrating the tactical acumen that has characterized their season. In the 62nd minute, Stefan Posch restored the lead for Como, scoring the decisive goal that shifted the momentum back in favor of the home side. This was a crucial turning point in the match, as Como's defense, led by Marc-Oliver Kempf, kept Verona at bay, denying them the opportunities to equalize yet again.

With the clock ticking down, Como sealed their victory with a stunning goal from Mërgim Vojvoda in the 90+2 minute, ensuring that the points would remain in Como. The home fans erupted in celebration, their joy reflecting a team that is beginning to find its rhythm after a shaky start to the season.

As expected, my earlier thoughts suggested a clear advantage for Como, and while Verona showed flashes of quality, their inability to secure a win continues to raise concerns at the club. The atmosphere around Como feels different, buoyed by a recent victory over Juventus and now a solid performance against Verona. This match was a statement win for Como, who now look to build on this momentum.

Looking ahead, Como will face a challenging match against Napoli in their next fixture on November 1. The result today will be crucial in boosting their confidence as they aim to climb further up the Serie A table. Conversely, Verona will face a daunting matchup against Inter on November 2, a game they desperately need to turn their fortunes around. With every match carrying significant weight, both teams find themselves at crossroads, where every point can alter the narrative of their season. As for my predictions, it appears I slightly miscalculated Verona's potential; despite their struggles, they at least managed to score today. Nonetheless, as always in football, surprises remain the essence of the game, and the coming weeks will surely provide more twists to the tale.