Hellas Verona 1-1 Juventus Player Ratings: Francisco Conceicao Rated 8/10 as the Match Ended in a Tense 1-1 Stalemate

A pulsating Serie A encounter at the Stadio Marc'Antonio Bentegodi saw Hellas Verona and Juventus share the spoils in a hard-fought 1-1 draw. The match was a real back-and-forth affair. It was filled with drama and key moments that kept us on the edge of our seats. From our perspective, a draw was a fair result, though both sides will feel they could have snatched all three points.

Juventus drew first blood through a moment of individual brilliance. The electrifying Francisco Conceição cut inside and unleashed a wonderful strike. It looked like the visitors might run away with it. However, Hellas Verona showed immense character to fight their way back into the match.

The turning point of the first half came just before the break. A clumsy handball from João Mário gifted Hellas Verona a penalty. Gift Orban stepped up and coolly converted to level the scores. The second half saw VAR intervene to disallow a potential winner for the home side, a decision that will surely be debated for days. Ultimately, neither team could find that decisive goal, ending a captivating contest in a stalemate.

Here are Hellas Verona Vs Juventus Player Ratings

Juventus Player Ratings vs Hellas Verona

Here are Juventus Player Ratings vs Hellas Verona

Goalkeeper

Michele Di Gregorio - 7.0: A solid performance from the Juventus keeper. He made three crucial saves, including one from inside the box. What stood out to us was his composure and excellent distribution, boasting a 96% pass accuracy. He had no chance with the penalty. A reliable presence between the sticks.

Defenders

Federico Gatti - 6.5: A mixed bag from Gatti. He was a dominant force in the air, winning five aerial duels. He also made a staggering nine clearances which shows his defensive awareness. However, he picked up an early yellow card and his one error led directly to a shot. His passing was tidy but he needed more discipline.

Lloyd Kelly - 6.0: A difficult day at the office for Kelly. He struggled in his duels, winning only half of the 14 he contested. He also picked up a booking for a clumsy challenge. While he made six clearances, he looked a bit off the pace at times. From our perspective, he was a bit shaky and needs to improve his one-on-one defending.

Pierre Kalulu - 6.0: Not his most influential game. Kalulu was tidy in possession with an 86% pass accuracy. But defensively, he wasn't as solid as we've come to expect. He only won one of his three duels and seemed reluctant to get forward. We noticed a lack of aggression in his play today, which was surprising.

Midfielders

Manuel Locatelli - 6.5: The captain had a decent first half before being substituted. He controlled the tempo well, completing 50 passes. He was strong in the tackle and won most of his duels. However, he didn't offer much going forward. A steady but unspectacular 46 minutes of work.

Khéphren Thuram - 7.0: Thuram provided the assist for the opening goal and was a physical presence in midfield. He was tidy with the ball, misplacing very few passes. He contributed defensively with a couple of clearances and a tackle. His influence waned slightly before he was taken off, but it was a positive display overall.

João Mário - 4.5: A really poor performance that cost his team. He was a magnet for fouls, drawing six of them, but his main contribution was a disastrous one. Conceding the penalty for handball was a moment of madness. It completely changed the momentum of the game. Beyond that error, he was often wasteful in possession.

Andrea Cambiaso - 6.5: A very industrious outing for Cambiaso. He created two chances and was always looking to get involved. His passing was neat and he worked hard for the team. However, he lost all of his ground duels which is an area he needs to address. A willing runner but lacked a bit of quality in the final third.

Forwards

Francisco Conceição - 8.0: The highest-rated player on the pitch and for good reason. His goal was a piece of pure magic, a fantastic individual effort. He was a constant menace with his dribbling and direct running. He won eight of his nine duels, showing incredible strength and desire. An outstanding performance from the young forward.

Dušan Vlahović - 5.5: A frustrating evening for the Serbian striker. He had a great chance saved but was otherwise anonymous. He only managed 13 touches in 57 minutes and was dispossessed four times. What stood out to us was his lack of involvement. He seemed isolated and unable to impose himself on the game.

Kenan Yıldız - 7.0: Looked like Juventus's most creative spark. He created three chances, including one big chance, and his pass completion was excellent. He linked up play nicely and always tried to make things happen. He did lose the ball a few too many times for our liking, but his intent was always positive. A very promising display.

Substitutes

Teun Koopmeiners - 6.0: Came on for Locatelli but struggled to make a significant impact. Picked up a yellow card shortly after his introduction.

Vasilije Adzic - 6.5: Looked lively and forced a good save with a shot from distance.

Loïs Openda - 6.5: Also forced a save and tried to use his pace to get in behind, but was caught offside.

Jonathan David - N/A: Not enough time to make an impact.

Edon Zhegrova - N/A: Came on late and had little time to influence the play.

Manager

I. Tudor - 6.5: His team started brightly and got the goal, but they couldn't maintain control. The decision to take off Vlahović and Thuram felt a bit reactive. While the draw isn't a disaster, he'll be disappointed his side couldn't hold onto the lead. His substitutions didn't quite have the desired effect to find a winner.

Hellas Verona Player Ratings vs Juventus

Here are Hellas Verona Player Ratings vs Juventus

Goalkeeper

Lorenzo Montipò - 7.0: A busy evening for the Hellas Verona shot-stopper. He made three saves, two of which were crucial stops from inside the box. His distribution was a bit erratic, with a lot of his long balls going astray. However, he commanded his area well and couldn't be faulted for the goal he conceded.

Defenders

Martin Frese - 6.5: A battling performance from Frese. He was tenacious in the tackle but only won one of his four attempts. He did create two chances and was a willing outlet on the flank. From our perspective, he committed too many fouls, breaking up play but also putting his team under pressure.

Unai Núñez - 7.5: A rock at the back for Hellas Verona. He was fantastic, making five clearances and winning all of his tackles. His positioning was excellent throughout the match. He even managed to get a shot off, showing his desire. A really impressive defensive display that kept his team in the game.

Victor Nelsson - 6.5: He made an incredible 10 clearances, which speaks volumes about the pressure Juventus applied. However, he struggled in his duels and committed a couple of needless fouls. He was a warrior in the box but looked less comfortable when dragged out wide. A solid, no-nonsense performance.

Midfielders

Rafik Belghali - 7.0: A very lively and creative force for the home side. He created two chances and was always looking to drive forward. He was effective in his duels and recovered the ball six times. It was a surprise to see him substituted as he seemed one of Hellas Verona's biggest threats on the counter-attack.

Suat Serdar - 7.0: The captain led by example. He was everywhere, winning his tackles and distributing the ball effectively. He almost scored the winner with a header, only to be denied by VAR. He worked tirelessly for his team and was a key figure in their midfield battle. A true captain's performance.

Jean-Daniel Akpa Akpro - 6.0: A combative display that unfortunately ended with a yellow card. He made an impressive four interceptions, reading the game well. However, his passing was poor, and he lost possession too frequently. He struggled to impose himself and was eventually substituted.

Domagoj Bradarić - 6.0: Offered very little going forward. He was neat on the ball but rarely ventured into dangerous areas. His crossing was inconsistent. Defensively, he didn't offer much protection either, losing his only duel. A quiet and ineffective performance from the midfielder.

Antoine Bernede - 5.5: A very frustrating player to watch. He gave away five fouls and picked up a deserved yellow card. While he made a few interceptions, his indiscipline constantly put his team on the back foot. He was a liability at times and was lucky not to see red.

Forwards

Gift Orban - 7.5: The main man for Hellas Verona. He showed nerves of steel to convert the penalty. He was a constant menace, taking a remarkable eight shots. While many were off target, his willingness to shoot from anywhere kept the Juventus defence on their toes. A performance full of energy and threat.

Giovane - 5.0: Really struggled to get into the game. He was dispossessed five times and lost 11 of his 14 duels. He just wasn't strong enough against the Juventus defenders. He created one chance but his overall contribution was minimal. It was no surprise when he was substituted.

Substitutes

Amin Sarr - 6.0: Had a headed chance but couldn't find the target. Looked more physical than Giovane.

Cheikh Niasse - 6.0: Brought on to shore up the midfield and did his job adequately.

Grigoris Kastanos - N/A: On for a short period, not enough to rate.

Junior Ajayi - N/A: Late substitute for Orban.

Yellu Santiago - N/A: Came on in stoppage time.

Manager

P. Zanetti - 7.0: He set his team up brilliantly to frustrate Juventus. They were resilient in defence and always looked threatening on the counter. His side showed great character to come back from a goal down. He will feel aggrieved that the VAR decision went against them, denying him a famous victory. A great tactical performance.

Sportsdunia's Player of the Match is Francisco Conceicao