Match report
Cesena Defeats Avellino 3-0 in Serie B
Cesena
3–0
FT
Avellino
Nov 9, 2025
In an impressive display of team play and tactical prowess, Cesena managed to defeat Avellino by a convincing margin of 3-0. The game saw early goals from R. Ciervo in the 27th minute and C. Shpendi's penalty conversion just before halftime, setting the tone for what would become an unassailable lead. J. Blesa added another goal late in the game to seal the victory. Avellino struggled with discipline, receiving multiple yellow cards throughout the match.
Key Facts
- • Cesena's R. Ciervo scored first at 27th minute assisted by C. Shpendi.
- • A penalty awarded to Cesena was converted by C. Shpendi just before halftime.
- • J. Blesa added the third goal in the 51st minute, again with an assist from R. Ciervo.
- • Avellino had three players receive yellow cards including Francesco Patierno and A. Fontanarosa.
Lineups
Cesena
Formation: 3-5-2
Starting XI
- 33 J. Klinsmann (G)
- 15 A. Ciofi (D)
- 19 G. Zaro (D)
- 24 M. Mangraviti (D)
- 11 R. Ciervo (M)
- 14 T. Berti (M)
- 4 M. Castagnetti (M)
- 70 M. Francesconi (M)
- 99 G. Frabotta (M)
- 9 C. Shpendi (F)
- 7 J. Blesa (F)
Substitutes
- 40 L. Ferretti
- 39 N. Fontana
- 16 P. Amoran
- 13 R. Celia
- 26 M. Piacentini
- 17 E. Adamo
- 6 T. Arrigoni
- 10 S. Bastoni
- 18 M. Guidi
- 43 F. Bertaccini
- 29 S. Balde
- 32 M. Olivieri
Avellino
Formation: 4-3-1-2
Starting XI
- 30 G. Daffara (G)
- 2 F. Missori (D)
- 44 L. Simic (D)
- 63 A. Fontanarosa (D)
- 23 A. Cagnano (D)
- 24 D. Sounas (M)
- 6 L. Palmiero (M)
- 39 M. Besaggio (M)
- 94 R. Insigne (M)
- 17 V. Crespi (F)
- 14 T. Biasci (F)
Substitutes
- 77 L. Marson
- 29 T. Cancellotti
- 56 P. Enrici
- 78 A. Milani
- 5 M. Rigione
- 8 M. Gyabuaa
- 16 J. Kumi
- 20 M. Palumbo
- 32 F. Lescano
- 9 C. Patierno
- 10 R. Russo
- 7 G. Tutino
Timeline
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?' Avellino Card · Yellow CardFrancesco Patierno
Argument
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27' Cesena Goal · Normal GoalR. Ciervo · Assist: C. Shpendi
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29' Cesena Card · Yellow CardM. Francesconi
Foul
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30' Avellino subst · Substitution 1Off: Lorenco Šimić · On: M. Rigione
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35' Avellino Card · Yellow CardA. Fontanarosa
Argument
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45'+2 Cesena Var · Penalty confirmedG. Zaro
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45'+3 Avellino Card · Yellow CardM. Rigione
Foul
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45' Cesena Goal · PenaltyC. Shpendi
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46' Avellino subst · Substitution 2Off: V. Crespi · On: R. Russo
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46' Avellino subst · Substitution 3Off: Michele Besaggio · On: G. Tutino
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51' Cesena Goal · Normal GoalJ. Blesa · Assist: R. Ciervo
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53' Cesena Card · Yellow CardJ. Blesa
Foul
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61' Avellino Card · Yellow CardD. Sounas
Foul
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62' Avellino subst · Substitution 4Off: R. Insigne · On: F. Lescano
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65' Cesena subst · Substitution 1Off: T. Berti · On: S. Bastoni
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65' Cesena subst · Substitution 2Off: C. Shpendi · On: M. Olivieri
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74' Avellino subst · Substitution 5Off: D. Sounas · On: J. Kumi
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78' Cesena subst · Substitution 3Off: M. Francesconi · On: E. Adamo
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78' Cesena subst · Substitution 4Off: J. Blesa · On: S. Balde
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83' Cesena Card · Yellow CardR. Ciervo
Foul
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85' Cesena subst · Substitution 5Off: R. Ciervo · On: M. Guidi
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90'+4 Cesena Card · Yellow CardE. Adamo
Foul
Match Stats
| Stat | Cesena | Avellino |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 16 | 10 |
| Pass Accuracy | 80% | 90% |
| Offsides | 2 | 0 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 11 | 13 |
| Corners | 5 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 346 | 614 |
| Yellow Cards | 4 | 4 |
| Blocked Shots | 4 | 5 |
| Shots on Target | 3 | 3 |
| xG | 1.25 | 0.47 |
| Shots off Target | 4 | 5 |
| Possession | 36% | 64% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 277 | 550 |
| Shots Inside Box | 7 | 7 |
| Saves | 3 | 0 |
| Shots Outside Box | 4 | 6 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ The early goal by R. Ciervo and subsequent penalty conversion gave Cesena a significant advantage, demoralizing Avellino.
- ▸ J. Blesa's late goal solidified Cesena’s lead, making the comeback attempt for Avellino virtually impossible.