Match report
Monza Stuns Modena with Late Comeback, Secures 2-1 Win in Serie B
Modena
1–2
FT
Monza
Dec 26, 2025
Monza staged a remarkable comeback against Modena in their Serie B match, securing a hard-fought 2-1 victory despite falling behind to an early penalty by E. Gliozzi for Modena. Goals from P. Azzi and Luca Ravanelli ensured Monza's triumph on a dramatic evening.
Key Facts
- • Modena took the lead with a 40th-minute penalty scored by E. Gliozzi.
- • P. Azzi equalized for Monza in the 50th minute, followed by Luca Ravanelli's winner in the 65th minute.
- • Monza managed to level and surpass Modena despite facing significant pressure early on, including a yellow card for K. Balde in the 18th minute.
Lineups
Modena
Formation: 3-5-2
Starting XI
- 1 L. Chichizola (G)
- 77 D. Tonoli (D)
- 28 D. Adorni (D)
- 20 B. Nieling
- 7 F. Zampano (M)
- 17 Y. Massolin (M)
- 16 F. Gerli (M)
- 5 A. Sersanti (M)
- 98 L. Zanimacchia (M)
- 9 E. Gliozzi (F)
- 8 S. Santoro (F)
Substitutes
- 22 M. Pezzolato
- 78 F. Bagheria
- 2 G. Beyuku
- 4 A. Pergreffi
- 6 L. Magnino
- 11 P. Mendes
- 18 N. Pyyhtia
- 19 S. Nador
- 23 F. Di Mariano
- 25 A. Dellavalle
- 29 M. Cotali
- 33 C. Cauz
Monza
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Starting XI
- 20 D. Thiam (G)
- 4 A. Izzo (D)
- 13 L. Ravanelli (D)
- 44 A. Carboni (D)
- 19 S. Birindelli (M)
- 21 L. Colombo (M)
- 32 M. Pessina (M)
- 7 P. Azzi (M)
- 26 P. Ciurria (F)
- 17 K. Balde (F)
- 47 D. Mota (F)
Substitutes
- 1 S. Pizzignacco
- 43 A. Strajnar
- 2 A. Brorsson
- 3 L. Lucchesi
- 9 M. Maric
- 15 F. Delli Carri
- 16 J. Sardo
- 24 A. Bakoune
- 25 A. Alvarez
- 27 S. Capolupo
- 37 A. Petagna
- 52 M. Mout
Timeline
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16' Modena Card · Yellow CardD. Adorni
Foul
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18' Monza Card · Yellow CardK. Balde
Foul
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38' Modena Var · Penalty confirmedE. Gliozzi
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39' Monza Card · Yellow CardA. Izzo
Foul
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40' Modena Goal · PenaltyE. Gliozzi
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44' Monza Card · Yellow CardMatteo Pessina
Argument
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50' Monza Goal · Normal GoalP. Azzi
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64' Modena subst · Substitution 1Off: Francesco Zampano · On: Gady Beyuku
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65' Monza Goal · Normal GoalLuca Ravanelli · Assist: K. Balde
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74' Modena subst · Substitution 2Off: Y. Massolin · On: P. Mendes
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74' Modena subst · Substitution 3Off: A. Sersanti · On: N. Pyyhtia
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79' Monza subst · Substitution 1Off: Samuele Birindelli · On: A. Bakoune
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80' Modena subst · Substitution 4Off: S. Santoro · On: L. Magnino
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80' Modena subst · Substitution 5Off: L. Zanimacchia · On: Francesco Di Mariano
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87' Monza Card · Yellow CardPatrick Ciurria
Foul
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89' Monza subst · Substitution 2Off: Patrick Ciurria · On: L. Lucchesi
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90'+1 Modena Card · Yellow CardD. Tonoli
Foul
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90'+4 Monza subst · Substitution 3Off: K. Balde · On: A. Brorsson
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90'+4 Monza subst · Substitution 4Off: Leonardo Colombo · On: F. Delli Carri
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90' Monza subst · Substitution 5Off: D. Mota · On: A. Petagna
Match Stats
| Stat | Modena | Monza |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 15 | 15 |
| Pass Accuracy | 79% | 81% |
| Offsides | 1 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 12 | 14 |
| Corners | 5 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 404 | 379 |
| Yellow Cards | 4 | 4 |
| Blocked Shots | 0 | 4 |
| Shots on Target | 7 | 6 |
| xG | 1.91 | 1.41 |
| Shots off Target | 5 | 4 |
| Possession | 52% | 48% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 320 | 306 |
| Shots Inside Box | 6 | 9 |
| Saves | 4 | 6 |
| Shots Outside Box | 6 | 5 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ The turning point came when E. Gliozzi converted his penalty to put Modena ahead, giving them an early advantage.
- ▸ Monza's equalizer by P. Azzi in the 50th minute sparked their momentum and led to Luca Ravanelli securing a crucial away win with Monza's second goal.