Padova – Arezzo

Padova host Arezzo in a clash that could see the home side edge closer to the top half of the table. Sitting fifth with seven points from two wins, a draw and two defeats, Padova have scored five and conceded six, while Arezzo sit thirteenth on six points, also from two victories but three losses, and a goal difference of minus seven (six for, thirteen against). The gap between the two is slim, with only a single point separating them, making the encounter a potential six‑pointer for either side. Historically the two have exchanged blows this season, and a win for Padova would lift them to fourth place, whereas Arezzo would need a victory to climb back into the top twelve. Both teams will be eager to improve their goal differences as the race for European spots and relegation intensifies.