Match report
Genoa 1-0 Venezia: match report
Genoa secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Venezia in Serie A, with Mikael Ellertsson scoring the only goal of the match.
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Genoa defeated Venezia 1-0 in their Serie A clash on Sunday at Stadio Luigi Ferraris. Mikael Ellertsson scored the decisive goal in the 25th minute, assisted by Stephan El Shaarawy.
Genoa took the lead when Ellertsson found the net, making it 1-0. Venezia struggled to convert their chances despite having more possession and a higher expected goals tally.
Sebastian Otoa received a yellow card for Genoa in the 55th minute. The match saw a total of 13 fouls from Genoa and 11 from Venezia, with both teams showing physicality throughout.
In terms of key statistics, Genoa had 45% possession while Venezia held 55%. Genoa managed 4 shots on target compared to Venezia's 5, and the visitors also earned 10 corners to Genoa's 2.
Going into the game, Genoa were 17th in the league with 4 points from 7 matches, while Venezia sat at the bottom in 20th place with 3 points from 7 games. This win could be crucial for Genoa as they look to climb the table.
By Footyaro Editorial Team · AI-assisted from match data, checked against our live data · Editorial policy
Before the game: Genoa vs Venezia preview: form, head-to-head & prediction
Genoa will host Venezia in Serie A on Sunday 25 October at 14:00 GMT at Stadio Luigi Ferraris in Genoa.
Genoa's recent form shows 2 wins and 3 losses in their last 5 matches. They lost 2-0 to AS Roma on 17 October but won 2-1 against Fiorentina on 10 October. Previously, they lost to Rapid and Parma, and secured a 1-0 win over Sudtirol.
Venezia have had a tough time, winning only 1 of their last 5 matches. They beat Napoli 1-0 on 17 October but lost their previous four games against Atalanta, Lazio, Fiorentina, and Frosinone. They have struggled defensively, conceding 16 goals in 7 matches this season.
In the league table, Genoa sit in 17th place with 4 points from 7 matches, while Venezia are at the bottom in 20th with 3 points.
Historically, the two teams have met 8 times, with Genoa winning 4, Venezia winning 2, and 2 matches ending in draws. Their last encounter was on 17 February 2025, where Genoa won 2-0.
Genoa are the bookmakers' favourites for this match, indicating they are expected to perform better.
Match Events
All events- 87'Simon Sohm(Out: Lion Lauberbach)
- 81'Mario Mitaj(Out: David Puczka)
- 81'Samuel Wiafe(Out: Alexsandro Amorim de Freitas Filho)
- 79'Antoine Hainaut(Out: Albion Rrahmani)
- 71'Ridgeciano Haps(Out: Pasquale Mazzocchi)
- 71'Toma Bašić(Out: Matteo Dagasso)
- 70'Sebastian Otoa(Out: Alessandro Marcandalli)
- 62'Junior Messias(Out: Morten Frendrup)
Match Statistics
All stats- 45%Possession55%
- 0.30Expected Goals (xG)1.80
- 4Shots on Target5
- 2Corners10
- 13Fouls11
Prediction
Live win probability
Genoa 89%Draw 10%Venezia 1%
Genoa is most likely to win the game against Venezia.
Match info
- Kick-off
- CompetitionSerie A · Regular Season 8
- VenueStadio Luigi Ferraris, Genoa · 33205
- RefereeSozza, Simone
- ForecastCloudy, 17.37°C
Last five games
GenoaLWLLW
VeneziaWLLLL
Standings
Full table| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 |  Monza | 8 | -3 | 7 |
| 16 |  Udinese | 7 | -7 | 4 |
| 17 | Genoa | 7 | -8 | 4 |
| 18 |  Parma | 8 | -10 | 4 |
| 19 |  Fiorentina | 8 | -10 | 4 |
| 20 | Venezia | 7 | -10 | 3 |
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Genoa vs Venezia: result, stats & highlights
Genoa and Venezia finished 1-0 in the Serie A (Regular Season 8) at Stadio Luigi Ferraris. Played: (your local time).
Genoa are 17th in the table on 4 points; Venezia are 20th on 3.
Recent form: Genoa LWLLW, Venezia WLLLL.
Head-to-head (last 8): Genoa 4 wins, 2 draws, Venezia 2 wins.
See the goals and key events, lineups, team statistics below.