Match report

Catanzaro Defeats Mantova 2-0 in Serie B

Catanzaro
Catanzaro
2–0
FT
Mantova
Mantova
Feb 14, 2026

In a decisive encounter at the Stadio Comunale Paolo Mazza, Catanzaro stymied Mantova's hopes for a comeback with a resolute 2-0 victory. The goals from P. Iemmello and S. Pontisso in the first half set the tone early on, making it tough for Mantova to regain momentum despite their efforts.

Key Facts

  • • Catanzaro's goals came from P. Iemmello (5th minute) and S. Pontisso (39th minute).
  • • Mantova had a yellow card in the 45+4th minute for Tiago Gonçalves.
  • • Multiple substitutions were made by both teams, notably Mantova with five replacements including Nicolò Radaelli and Rachid Kouda coming on.
  • • Catanzaro also saw key players like M. D'Alessandro replaced later in the game.

Lineups

Catanzaro

Formation: 3-4-2-1

Starting XI

  • 22 M. Pigliacelli (G)
  • 84 T. Cassandro (D)
  • 4 Matias Antonini (D)
  • 23 N. Brighenti (D)
  • 27 C. Favasuli (M)
  • 20 S. Pontisso (M)
  • 10 J. Petriccione (M)
  • 77 M. D'Alessandro (M)
  • 14 M. Liberali (F)
  • 19 P. Nuamah (F)
  • 9 P. Iemmello (F)

Substitutes

  • 1 C. Marietta
  • 2 G. Esteves
  • 5 E. Bashi
  • 6 Fellipe Jack
  • 21 M. Pompetti
  • 26 B. Verrengia
  • 30 G. Alesi
  • 32 F. Rispoli
  • 39 N. Koffi
  • 62 R. Frosinini
  • 94 F. Di Francesco
  • 98 D. Buglio

Mantova

Formation: 3-4-2-1

Starting XI

  • 24 F. Bardi (G)
  • 13 A. Meroni (D)
  • 3 A. Dembele (D)
  • 27 A. Castellini (D)
  • 96 T. Maggioni (M)
  • 21 S. Trimboli (M)
  • 10 D. Wieser (M)
  • 15 T. Goncalves (M)
  • 23 T. Marras (F)
  • 19 F. Ruocco (F)
  • 7 D. Mensah (F)

Substitutes

  • 34 A. Vukovic
  • 5 K. Chrysopoulos
  • 9 L. Mancuso
  • 11 N. Muci
  • 17 N. Radaelli
  • 20 J. Ligue
  • 30 D. Bragantini
  • 36 F. Paoletti
  • 50 F. Benaissa-Yahia
  • 77 N. Buso
  • 80 R. Kouda
  • 98 F. Zuccon

Timeline

  1. Catanzaro
    5' Catanzaro Goal · Normal Goal
    P. Iemmello · Assist: M. D'Alessandro
  2. Catanzaro
    39' Catanzaro Goal · Normal Goal
    S. Pontisso · Assist: P. Iemmello
  3. Mantova
    45'+4 Mantova Card · Yellow Card
    Tiago Gonçalves

    Foul

  4. Mantova
    57' Mantova subst · Substitution 1
    Off: Tiago Gonçalves · On: Nicolò Radaelli
  5. Mantova
    57' Mantova subst · Substitution 2
    Off: T. Maggioni · On: F. Benaissa-Yahia
  6. Mantova
    66' Mantova subst · Substitution 3
    Off: D. Mensah · On: L. Mancuso
  7. Mantova
    66' Mantova subst · Substitution 4
    Off: F. Ruocco · On: N. Muci
  8. Mantova
    66' Mantova subst · Substitution 5
    Off: D. Wieser · On: Rachid Kouda
  9. Catanzaro
    69' Catanzaro subst · Substitution 1
    Off: M. D'Alessandro · On: R. Frosinini
  10. Catanzaro
    70' Catanzaro subst · Substitution 2
    Off: M. Liberali · On: M. Pompetti
  11. Catanzaro
    78' Catanzaro subst · Substitution 3
    Off: P. Nuamah · On: D. Buglio
  12. Catanzaro
    79' Catanzaro subst · Substitution 4
    Off: S. Pontisso · On: G. Alesi
  13. Catanzaro
    90'+4 Catanzaro subst · Substitution 5
    Off: P. Iemmello · On: N. Koffi

Match Stats

Stat Catanzaro Mantova
Fouls 9 10
Pass Accuracy 78% 79%
Offsides 0 2
Red Cards — —
Total Shots 4 18
Corners 2 11
Total Passes 318 411
Yellow Cards 0 1
Blocked Shots 0 8
Shots on Target 3 3
xG 0.55 1.86
Shots off Target 1 7
Possession 43% 57%
Goals Prevented -1 -1
Accurate Passes 249 326
Shots Inside Box 2 12
Saves 3 1
Shots Outside Box 2 6

Key Match Notes

  • ▸ The early goal by P. Iemmello just 5 minutes into the match gave Catanzaro a crucial psychological advantage and set the tone for their victory.
  • ▸ S. Pontisso's second goal in the 39th minute effectively sealed the win, as it came right before halftime, giving Mantova little time to respond.