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Pescara vs Cittadella

Full Time

Serie B · Season 2019

Stadio Adriatico-Giovanni Cornacchia, Pescara14 February 2020 at 20:00
12
Referee: L. Illuzzi

Match Events

Pescara
Cittadella
Kick Off
6′
D. Diaw

assist: F. Proia

G. Zappa

assist: F. Melegoni

22′
23′Romano Perticone
C. Del GrossoE. Elizalde
41′
45′Christian D'Urso
Half Time
68′
M. RosafioF. Stanco
Miloš Bočić69′
71′
L. GhiringhelliD. Adorni
Filippo Melegoni74′
75′
M. Iori

Penalty

F. MelegoniL. Clemenza
77′
L. CreccoR. Maniero
85′
85′
C. DUrsoD. Luppi
87′Alberto Rizzo
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal7
2Shots off Goal3
9Total Shots12
2Blocked Shots2
7Shots insidebox7
2Shots outsidebox5
7Fouls25
9Corner Kicks6
3Offsides1
48%Ball Possession52%
2Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves4
383Total passes407
276Passes accurate306
72%Passes %75%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Pescara is 6.89, compared to — for Cittadella. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Pescara's highest-rated starter is D. Bettella (6.89), while Cittadella's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Pescara deploy 3 defenders rated 6.89 on average, against Cittadella'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

Pescara field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Cittadella'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

Pescara start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Cittadella 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.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 88% for Pescara and —% for Cittadella. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Pescara's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Cittadella. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Pescara's starting XI is 25.0 (youngest: D. Bettella (25), oldest: D. Bettella (25)), while Cittadella average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Pescara's starters average 15 league appearances each, versus 0 for Cittadella. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Pescara3-5-24-3-1-2Cittadella
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Fiorillo3Grosso16Drudi25Crecco18Bettella27Zappa8Memushaj20Palmiero35Melegoni11Galano41Bocic1Paleari18Pertico.24Ghiring.13Rizzo15Frare4Iori23Branca17Rosafio8Proia10D'Urso9Diaw

Substitutes

Coach: N. Legrottaglie

Substitutes

Coach: R. Venturato

PescaraPosition StrengthCittadella
6.89
Avg Rating
6.89Defender (3 v 4)
0G 0A0G 0A
Pescara3-5-2
1GoalkeeperV. Fiorillo
3DefenderC. Del Grosso
16DefenderM. Drudi
18DefenderD. Bettella6.9
25MidfielderL. Crecco
27MidfielderG. Zappa
8MidfielderL. Memushaj
20MidfielderL. Palmiero
35MidfielderF. Melegoni
11ForwardC. Galano
41ForwardM. Bocic
Cittadella4-3-1-2
1GoalkeeperA. Paleari
18DefenderR. Perticone
24DefenderL. Ghiringhelli
13DefenderA. Rizzo
15DefenderD. Frare
4MidfielderM. Iori
23MidfielderS. Branca
8MidfielderF. Proia
10MidfielderC. D'Urso
17ForwardM. Rosafio
9ForwardD. Diaw

Match Summary

Cittadella defeated Pescara 2:1. The match was played in Serie B 2019. Goals were scored by D. Diaw 6′, G. Zappa 22′, M. Iori 75′ (pen.). 5 yellow cards were shown. Pescara had 48% possession while Cittadella held 52%. Pescara had 9 shots (5 on target) compared to 12 (7 on target) for Cittadella. Pescara made 3 substitutions, Cittadella made 3.

Rivalry since 2017

Pescara vs Cittadella Head to Head Results

7 stretnutí
Pescara
2
wins
Drawn
0
Cittadella
5
wins
Total goals
19 · 2.7/match
Both scored
4/7 · 57%
Over 2.5
4/7 · 57%

Recent Form

Pescara

LDDLWL

Cittadella

DLWLLW

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Cittadella dominates

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Pescara2wins
1draws10 meetings
Cittadella7wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

2.9

Average goals per game

60%

Games with 3+ goals

70%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (20%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (35%) — the odds may underestimate Cittadella.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.8%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 38.2%Draw 33.4%Away 34.0%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.402.982.80
Max2.753.003.10
Over 2.5: 47.6%Under 2.5: 58.8%
Market favourite: · Even contest

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market34.9%32.3%32.8%
Public market34.9%31.4%33.7%

Pescara vs Cittadella — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Cittadella
Result vs. Market: Pescara (38%)

Result differed from market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

PescaraHalf-time:11Cittadella
9Shots11
5Shots on target7

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
02/03/21Cittadella0–1Pescara1.73/3.58/5.26
08/11/20Pescara3–1Cittadella3.20/2.98/2.48
14/02/20Pescara1–2Cittadella2.62/2.99/2.94
24/09/19Cittadella2–1Pescara2.07/3.31/3.70
09/03/19Cittadella4–1Pescara2.06/3.09/4.08
27/10/18Pescara0–1Cittadella2.12/3.17/3.66
08/10/17Pescara1–2Cittadella1.95/3.77/3.57
03/03/18Cittadella2–0Pescara1.92/3.44/4.10
20/09/14Cittadella3–2Pescara2.82/3.02/2.69
07/02/15Pescara1–1Cittadella1.81/3.37/4.73

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Pescara

W 224D 213L 288
Over 2.550
Goals scored898

Away Record: Cittadella

W 229D 227L 262
Over 2.543
Goals scored841

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026