Cesena
- Cesena have won one of their last five games in all competitions (D2, L2).
- Cesena are flying high in fifth with four points from two games after a decent, if inconsistent start to the new season and they will be looking to maintain their unbeaten home record in Serie B 2026-2027 against Mantova.
Mantova
- Mantova have won their only away game in Serie B 2026/2027 so far, scoring two goals.
- Mantova arrive in good shape, unbeaten in four of their last five and fresh from a three-game winning streak, to sit second in Serie B 2026-2027 with six points from a possible six.
- Francesco Modesto's 3-4-3 setup is an aggressive and vertical style designed for fast transitions and high pressing, which should make for an exciting game against Cesena.
Key Players
- Cristian Shpendi has scored two goals in Serie B 2026/2027 (2 games) and has four goals in Cesena's last five in all competitions.
- Assists-maker Alessio Castellini has been a spark for his side in the early stages of the season with two assists in two and Francesco Ruocco is their goal scorer with two in as many games.
Betting Insights
- The market is not far off correct for this game with Cesena at 2.34, Mantova at 2.86 and the draw at 3.4, but we're going with the hosts to edge a tight game against a dangerous Mantova.
- Both teams to score at 1.73 looks a good alternative bet for a game that should see two proactive sides trading punches.
Prediction
There should be plenty of goals at the final whistle, so a narrow 2-1 victory for the home team is our exact score prediction.