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As AC Cesena prepares to host Calcio Padova on May 8, 2026, the clash in Serie B presents an intriguing matchup. Despite competing at their home ground, Cesena finds themselves in a challenging position, having failed to secure a win in their last five outings. This run of form suggests potential tactical difficulties, particularly in defensive stability and attacking cohesion.
Conversely, Padova enters the match with an upturn in form, boasting three victories in their last five matches. Their recent successes indicate a robust offensive strategy and a well-organized defense, essential elements that could exploit Cesena’s vulnerabilities. The bookmakers reflect this by offering odds of 1.61 for a home win compared to 4.8 for an away victory, with model predictions estimating a 61.2% chance of a Cesena win.
Tactically, Cesena will need to focus on enhancing their offensive output while tightening their defense, while Padova can capitalize on the home side’s struggles to secure a crucial away win. With both teams eyeing vital points in the league, this match promises to be a critical test, though outcomes remain uncertain in the dynamic realm of football.
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| Cesena 58% |
Draw 22.6% |
Padova 19.4% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:0
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.63 | 3.9 | 5 | ||
| 1.62 | 4.27 | 4.9 | ||
| 1.62 | 4.05 | 4.75 | ||
| 1.61 | 4.2 | 4.83 | ||
| 1.62 | 3.9 | 4.75 | ||
| 1.58 | 4.49 | 4.66 |
Latest Results
| 01.05.26 Carrarese Calcio – AC Cesena – 0:0 25.04.26 AC Cesena – Sampdoria – 0:0 18.04.26 U.S. Città di Palermo – AC Cesena – 2:0 11.04.26 Juve Stabia – AC Cesena – 2:0 06.04.26 AC Cesena – Südtirol-Alto Adige – 1:1 |
01.05.26 Calcio Padova – Pescara – 1:0 25.04.26 Virtus Entella – Calcio Padova – 1:0 19.04.26 Calcio Padova – AC Reggiana 1919 – 1:0 12.04.26 Calcio Padova – FC Empoli – 1:0 05.04.26 Frosinone Calcio – Calcio Padova – 2:0 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 08.12.25 Calcio Padova – AC Cesena – 1:1 04.08.24 AC Cesena – Calcio Padova – 3:1 28.02.21 Calcio Padova – AC Cesena – 0:0 02.11.20 AC Cesena – Calcio Padova – 0:2 09.02.20 AC Cesena – Calcio Padova – 1:1 |
Standings
2025/26
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | Venezia ✔ | 37 | 23 | 10 | 4 | 75:31 | 44 | 79 |
| 2 | Frosinone | 37 | 22 | 12 | 3 | 71:34 | 37 | 78 |
| 3 | Monza | 37 | 22 | 9 | 6 | 59:30 | 29 | 75 |
| 4 | Palermo | 37 | 20 | 12 | 5 | 61:31 | 30 | 72 |
| 5 | Catanzaro ✔ | 37 | 15 | 14 | 8 | 60:48 | 12 | 59 |
| 6 | Modena ✔ | 37 | 15 | 10 | 12 | 49:35 | 14 | 55 |
| 7 | Juve Stabia ✔ | 37 | 11 | 17 | 9 | 43:44 | -1 | 50 |
| 8 | Avellino | 37 | 12 | 10 | 15 | 42:55 | -13 | 46 |
| 9 | Cesena | 37 | 12 | 10 | 15 | 42:52 | -10 | 46 |
| 10 | Mantova | 37 | 13 | 7 | 17 | 45:52 | -7 | 46 |
| 11 | Carrarese | 37 | 10 | 14 | 13 | 46:50 | -4 | 44 |
| 12 | Sampdoria | 37 | 11 | 11 | 15 | 35:47 | -12 | 44 |
| 13 | Padova | 37 | 11 | 10 | 16 | 35:46 | -11 | 43 |
| 14 | Empoli | 37 | 9 | 13 | 15 | 45:52 | -7 | 40 |
| 15 | Sudtirol | 37 | 8 | 16 | 13 | 37:47 | -10 | 40 |
| 16 | Entella | 37 | 9 | 12 | 16 | 34:50 | -16 | 39 |
| 17 | Bari | 37 | 9 | 10 | 18 | 35:58 | -23 | 37 |
| 18 | Pescara | 37 | 7 | 13 | 17 | 50:65 | -15 | 34 |
| 19 | Spezia | 37 | 8 | 10 | 19 | 42:58 | -16 | 34 |
| 20 | Reggiana | 37 | 8 | 10 | 19 | 35:56 | -21 | 34 |
Italian Serie B Outrights
1. Venezia: 1.27 (73.78%)
2. Frosinone: 3.56 (26.22%)
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