Benevento – Mantova

Benevento, sitting seventh with seven points from two wins, one draw and two defeats and a modest 6‑5 goal tally, will host Mantova, who sit third on 11 points after an unbeaten run of three victories and two draws, boasting a comfortable 10‑5 scoring record. The home side will be looking to close the gap on the leaders, while Mantova aim to extend their flawless record and keep the pressure on the top two. Their head‑to‑head this season has been tightly contested, but Mantova’s superior form and defensive solidity give them a slight edge going into the clash at Stadio Ciro Vigorito. Both teams know a win could reshuffle the table, making the encounter a pivotal one in the promotion race.