Giovanni Fabbian (2-l) opened the scoring for Bologna in their 2-0 home win over Verona. (AP PHOTO)
Bologna have beaten Verona 2-0 at home to move into fourth place in Serie A and also record their best winning run since 1967.
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Friday's triumph was Bologna's fifth victory in a row.
Giovanni Fabbian scored the first after 27 minutes. A corner evaded everyone in a crowded box and when Riccardo Orsolini struck the ball low back across goal, Fabbian was on hand to turn it in.
Remo Freuler then doubled the lead with a left-foot volley after 66 minutes. It was the Swiss midfielder's first goal of the season.
Verona have gone six games without a victory. They remain third from bottom in the standings.
Australian Associated Press
Oliver Caffrey
