Match report
Padova Draws with Cesena 1-1 in Serie B Clash
Padova
1–1
FT
Cesena
Dec 8, 2025
In a closely contested match of the Serie B, Padova managed to hold off Cesena for a well-deserved 1-1 draw. Despite early yellow cards for J. Harder and Massimiliano Mangraviti in the opening half, both sides continued to push for victory. With a flurry of substitutions, the game saw its turning point when E. Adamo scored for Cesena in the 75th minute. However, Padova responded just before full-time with K. Varas scoring an equalizer from L. Crisetig's assist.
Key Facts
- • Final Score: Padova 1-1 Cesena
- • E. Adamo scored for Cesena at minute 75
- • K. Varas equalized for Padova in the 90th minute (assist by L. Crisetig)
- • Multiple yellow cards given, including to Pietro Fusi of Padova and E. Adamo of Cesena
- • Several substitutions were made by both teams throughout the match
Lineups
Padova
Formation: 3-5-2
Starting XI
- 22 A. Sorrentino (G)
- 72 C. Faedo (D)
- 32 F. Sgarbi (D)
- 55 L. Villa (D)
- 18 P. Ghiglione (M)
- 8 P. Fusi (M)
- 6 L. Crisetig (M)
- 44 J. Harder (M)
- 3 A. Barreca (M)
- 92 C. Buonaiuto (F)
- 20 M. Bortolussi (F)
Substitutes
- 1 L. Mouquet
- 14 M. Fortin
- 4 F. Belli
- 7 K. Varas
- 10 Papu Gomez
- 11 A. Seghetti
- 17 A. Capelli
- 30 G. Favale
- 33 D. Baselli
- 77 F. Tumiatti
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)
- 70 M. Francesconi (M)
- 4 M. Castagnetti (M)
- 10 S. Bastoni (M)
- 99 G. Frabotta (M)
- 32 M. Olivieri (F)
- 9 C. Shpendi (F)
Substitutes
- 1 A. Siano
- 16 P. Amoran
- 13 R. Celia
- 23 V. Magni
- 26 M. Piacentini
- 17 E. Adamo
- 6 T. Arrigoni
- 14 T. Berti
- 25 D. Bisoli
- 18 M. Guidi
- 29 S. Balde
- 7 J. Blesa
Timeline
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24' Cesena Card · Yellow CardMassimiliano Mangraviti
Foul
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36' Padova Card · Yellow CardJ. Harder
Foul
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46' Padova subst · Substitution 1Off: J. Harder · On: Alessandro Capelli
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51' Cesena Card · Yellow CardM. Castagnetti
Foul
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57' Padova subst · Substitution 2Off: C. Buonaiuto · On: Papu Gomez
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57' Cesena subst · Substitution 1Off: M. Olivieri · On: J. Blesa
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58' Cesena subst · Substitution 2Off: S. Bastoni · On: T. Berti
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65' Padova Card · Yellow CardAntonio Barreca
Foul
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72' Cesena subst · Substitution 3Off: Gianluca Frabotta · On: E. Adamo
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75' Cesena Goal · Normal GoalE. Adamo · Assist: T. Berti
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77' Padova subst · Substitution 3Off: Antonio Barreca · On: A. Seghetti
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77' Padova subst · Substitution 4Off: P. Ghiglione · On: G. Favale
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84' Padova subst · Substitution 5Off: L. Villa · On: K. Varas
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87' Padova Var · Penalty cancelledPietro Fusi
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88' Padova Card · Yellow CardPietro Fusi
Simulation
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89' Cesena Card · Yellow CardM. Francesconi
Time wasting
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90'+1 Cesena subst · Substitution 4Off: C. Shpendi · On: R. Celia
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90'+1 Cesena subst · Substitution 5Off: M. Francesconi · On: D. Bisoli
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90'+5 Cesena Card · Yellow CardE. Adamo
Argument
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90' Padova Goal · Normal GoalK. Varas · Assist: L. Crisetig
Match Stats
| Stat | Padova | Cesena |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 8 | 17 |
| Pass Accuracy | 85% | 87% |
| Offsides | 2 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 8 | 15 |
| Corners | 2 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 563 | 509 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 4 |
| Blocked Shots | 3 | 0 |
| Shots on Target | 3 | 4 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 2 | 11 |
| Possession | 52% | 48% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 476 | 442 |
| Shots Inside Box | 4 | 8 |
| Saves | 3 | 2 |
| Shots Outside Box | 4 | 7 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ E. Adamo's goal in the 75th minute for Cesena shifted momentum, giving them a temporary lead.
- ▸ Padova's determination paid off as K. Varas scored an equalizer just before full-time, securing a point.