Junior Ajayi fired a couple of efforts over for Hellas, while there were tricky saves on Venezia’s Mattia Compagnon and Armel Bella-Kotchap’s header for Verona.
The start of the second half was delayed due to a hailstorm, which made play impossible at the Stadio Bentegodi.
VERONA, ITALY – MAY 11: Fans of Hellas Verona show their support by waving large flags in the stands during the Serie A match between Verona and Lecce at Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi on May 11, 2025 in Verona, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)
When play did resume, Richie Sagrado came so close to giving Venezia the lead with an angled drive that thumped the far post.
Enzo Ebosse of Verona saw his spot-kick saved by Alessandro Plizzari and that proved decisive, allowing Venezia to eliminate their rivals.
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