Padova – Cremonese

Padova host Cremonese in what promises to be a tightly contested Serie C clash, with the home side perched in 11th place on seven points after two wins, a draw and two defeats, and a modest 5‑6 goal difference. Cremonese sit just five points behind in 15th, having collected one victory, two draws and two losses, leaving them with a slightly negative 5‑7 goal tally. Both teams will be eager to improve their positions as the mid‑table battle intensifies, and a win for Padova could lift them into the top‑ten fold, while Cremonese will be looking to close the gap and avoid slipping further down the table. The encounter offers a chance for the hosts to capitalize on home advantage and for the visitors to prove they can rebound from a mixed start to the season.