Mantova vs Cesena predictions, Mar 17, 2026

Italian Serie B, on Tuesday,

Mantova

Cesena

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As Mantova prepares to host AC Cesena on March 17, 2026, both teams come into this Serie B clash with contrasting recent performances. Mantova has managed to secure 2 victories in their last 5 matches, showcasing a potential upturn in form as they look to capitalize on home advantage. Their attacks have shown flashes of effectiveness, which they will aim to refine against a Cesena side struggling to find its footing.

In contrast, AC Cesena has faced a challenging stretch, failing to win any of their last 5 outings. This lack of form could weigh heavily on the visiting squad, as they seek to regain confidence and tactical cohesion. Defensive vulnerabilities may also hinder their performance, particularly against a Mantova side eager to leverage their home crowd’s support.

Bookmakers have set equal odds for both teams at 2.57, reflecting a tightly contested match. Our model predicts a 36.4% chance of a home win for Mantova, a 27.6% chance of a draw, and a 35.8% chance for an away victory for Cesena. With both teams under pressure, this encounter promises to be a compelling battle, though no outcome can be guaranteed.

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Mantova
36.1%
Draw
27.8%
Cesena
36.1%

Outrights of Italian Serie B Cesena: 0.15%

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Latest Results

08.03.26 Mantova FC – Juve Stabia – 2:0
04.03.26 U.S. Città di Palermo – Mantova FC – 2:1
01.03.26 Mantova FC – Carrarese Calcio – 1:1
21.02.26 Mantova FC – Sampdoria – 2:1
14.02.26 US Catanzaro – Mantova FC – 2:0
07.03.26 FC Modena – AC Cesena – 0:0
03.03.26 AC Cesena – Monza 1912 – 1:3
28.02.26 FC Empoli – AC Cesena – 1:1
21.02.26 AC Cesena – Spezia Calcio – 2:3
14.02.26 AC Cesena – Venezia FC – 0:4

Facts

  • An outsider and a mid-table team will play in this game (ranked 16 in the zone Serie B (Play Out: ) and 8 in the zone Promotion ~ Serie B (Play Offs: Quarter~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Mantova won 1.
  • Recent performances by Mantova have been up and down (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Cesena has been struggling lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).
  • The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.
  • In the last 8 head-to-head matches, Mantova won 1 match, drew 1 match, lost 6 matches, and goals 10:17. (average 1.3:2.1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Mantova won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 5:8. (average 1.3:2).

    Latest Head To Head

    13.12.25 AC Cesena – Mantova FC – 3:2
    02.08.25 Mantova FC – AC Cesena – 1:2
    01.05.25 Mantova FC – AC Cesena – 3:0
    29.09.24 AC Cesena – Mantova FC – 4:2
    05.05.24 Mantova FC – AC Cesena – 1:2

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Venezia 29 19 6 4 60:25 35 63
    2 Monza 29 18 6 5 46:25 21 60
    3 Frosinone 29 16 10 3 55:28 27 58
    4 Palermo 29 16 9 4 49:22 27 57
    5 Catanzaro 29 13 10 6 45:34 11 49
    6 Modena 29 12 8 9 37:24 13 44
    7 Juve Stabia 29 9 13 7 32:34 -2 40
    8 Cesena 29 11 6 12 36:41 -5 39
    9 Sudtirol 29 8 13 8 31:29 2 37
    10 Padova 29 8 10 11 30:36 -6 34
    11 Avellino 29 8 9 12 31:46 -15 33
    12 Carrarese 29 7 11 11 35:41 -6 32
    13 Empoli 29 7 10 12 36:42 -6 31
    14 Entella 29 7 10 12 27:40 -13 31
    15 Sampdoria 29 7 9 13 29:40 -11 30
    16 Mantova 29 8 6 15 30:44 -14 30
    17 Spezia 29 7 8 14 29:39 -10 29
    18 Reggiana 29 7 8 14 29:42 -13 29
    19 Bari 29 6 10 13 25:44 -19 28
    20 Pescara 29 5 10 14 38:54 -16 25

    Italian Serie B Outrights

    1. Venezia: 1.42 (59.64%)

    2. Monza: 4.04 (20.9%)

    3. Frosinone: 8 (10.55%)

    4. Palermo: 11.15 (7.57%)

    5. Catanzaro: 137.75 (0.61%)

    6. Modena: 262.75 (0.32%)

    7. Cesena: 575.25 (0.15%)

    8. Juve Stabia: 575.25 (0.15%)

    9. Sudtirol: 700.25 (0.12%)

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