Avellino vs Cesena: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Avellino prepare to host Cesena on January 31, 2026, with kick-off at 15:00 under referee Di Marco, this ITALY: Serie B fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested mid-table battle.

Avellino, currently 14th in the standings with 28 points from 25 games, trail the leaders by 25 points. They've earned 18 points from 13 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win and 4 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 8 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 5 goals scored.

Cesena, sitting 8th with 37 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 19 points from 13 games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win and 4 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 12 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 5 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Avellino and Cesena have been competitive, with Avellino claiming victory in their most recent clash (3-1). Neither team has managed to gain a clear advantage in recent encounters.

In their previous league match against Pescara, Avellino recorded a 0-1 defeat while lining up in a 3-5-2 formation. Their starting XI featured Daffara, Enrici, Simic, Cancellotti, Sala, Besaggio, Sounas, Le Borgne, Missori, Patierno, Biasci. This configuration emphasized defensive solidity while enabling quick transitions forward.

Cesena's last outing came against Venezia, where they secured a 0-4 defeat using a 3-5-2 system. Their starting XI featured Klinsmann, Mangraviti, Zaro, Ciofi, Frabotta, Castrovilli, Castagnetti, Berti, Ciervo, Cerri, Bisoli. This configuration emphasized defensive solidity while enabling quick transitions forward.

Looking ahead, Avellino are expected to maintain their 3-5-2 structure, Cesena are likely to mirror that shape. This contrast often creates a dynamic where sustained pressure meets disciplined defensive structure.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Avellino's fixtures have averaged 2.6 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 0 clean sheets. Cesena's games average 3 goals, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

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