Match Summary
SPAL defeated Spezia 1:0. The match was played in Coppa Italia 2018. Goals were scored by A. Petagna 47′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Spezia made 3 substitutions, SPAL made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Spezia and SPAL — 1 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
Lineups
Spezia lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under P. Marino, while SPAL deployed a 3-5-2 under L. Semplici.
Defensive Solidity
Spezia deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against SPAL's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Spezia field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus SPAL's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Spezia start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for SPAL averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Substitutes
Coach: P. Marino
Substitutes
Coach: L. Semplici
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Spezia have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. SPAL show 0 wins, 0 draws and 0 losses from their last 0 outings.
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Spezia vs SPAL Head to Head Results
Spezia and SPAL have met 2 times — Spezia won 0, SPAL won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. SPAL leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.50 per match (1 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2016.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 25 Apr 2026