The upcoming clash between Audace Cerignola and Benevento promises to be one of the most intriguing fixtures in Serie C: Girone C. Scheduled for Friday, December 19, this encounter will see the league leaders travel to Cerignola for a match that could further consolidate their dominance or open the door for the hosts to make a statement. Benevento, under their new coach, have found consistency and rhythm, while Audace Cerignola are looking to turn their solid recent form into a signature win against the top side.

Audace Cerignola’s Recent Form and Key Stats

Audace Cerignola approach this match sitting 9th in the Serie C: Girone C standings, with a record of 6 wins, 6 draws, and 6 defeats. Their recent performances have been encouraging, remaining unbeaten in their last five matches with 3 wins and 2 draws. The most recent result, a 1-1 draw against Team Altamura on December 14, highlighted their resilience and ability to compete against strong opposition.

At home, Cerignola have shown defensive discipline, with Under 0.5 goals scored in only 2 of their last 10 home games, suggesting that their matches tend to produce goals but rarely turn into high-scoring affairs. On average, they score 1.2 goals and concede 1.3 per match this season, reflecting a balanced but slightly vulnerable defensive line. Their ability to maintain focus against a high-scoring Benevento side will be crucial if they are to take points from this encounter.

• Last 5 matches: 3 wins, 2 draws, 0 defeats


• Average goals scored: 1.4


• Average goals conceded: 0.4


• Last result: 1-1 vs Team Altamura

Facing the league leaders could be both a challenge and an opportunity for Cerignola. With little pressure and the support of their home crowd, they might look to frustrate Benevento early and capitalize on counterattacks.

Benevento’s Recent Form and Key Stats

Benevento have been in outstanding form, leading the Serie C: Girone C table with 12 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses. Their attacking power has been particularly impressive, averaging 2.1 goals per game while conceding just 0.7. The team’s recent 4-0 victory over SSC Giugliano on December 14 further underlined their dominance and attacking efficiency.

Over their last five matches, Benevento have recorded 4 wins and 1 defeat, scoring an average of 2.8 goals per game and conceding only 0.8. Their consistency is also evident in their first-half performances — they have not lost at half time in 21 of their last 23 matches and have led at the break in 9 of their last 14 league games. This ability to start strong often sets the tone for their victories.

• Last 5 matches: 4 wins, 0 draws, 1 defeat


• Average goals scored: 2.8


• Average goals conceded: 0.8


• Last result: 4-0 vs SSC Giugliano

With a solid defense and a potent attack, Benevento enter this fixture as favorites. However, their previous head-to-head record against Cerignola shows that the hosts can be a tricky opponent. In their last meeting on April 13, Benevento won 4-2, but Cerignola managed to score twice, proving they can find gaps even against the best defenses.

Head-to-Head and Tactical Overview

The historical record between these two sides slightly favors Benevento, who have won once and drawn three times in their previous four encounters. On average, Cerignola have scored 1.0 goal per match in these meetings, while Benevento have averaged 1.5. The last head-to-head ended 2-4, a result that showcased Benevento’s attacking depth but also their occasional defensive lapses.

From a tactical perspective, this match could see Cerignola adopting a compact defensive approach, looking to limit Benevento’s space in the final third. Benevento, on the other hand, are likely to control possession and press high, aiming to break through early and maintain their momentum. Given both teams’ recent scoring patterns, a balanced but competitive game is expected, with goals likely but not in abundance.

• Head-to-head record: Cerignola W 0 · D 3 · L 1


• Average goals in head-to-head: 2.5 per match


• Last meeting: Cerignola 2-4 Benevento

Audace Cerignola vs Benevento Prediction and Final Analysis

Considering the current form and statistical trends, Benevento appear to have the upper hand, but Audace Cerignola’s recent unbeaten streak suggests they won’t be easy to overcome. The visitors’ attacking efficiency and defensive solidity make them strong candidates to extend their lead at the top, yet Cerignola’s resilience could keep the scoreline tight.

With both teams showing balanced goal-scoring and defensive records, the match could lean towards a cautious affair, especially in the early stages. The combination of Benevento’s consistency and Cerignola’s home advantage points toward a competitive encounter that may not produce a high number of goals.

BetMines prediction: Double Chance X2 + Under 4.5 goals. This outcome reflects Benevento’s superior form and the likelihood of a controlled match with limited scoring opportunities.