Serie B action returns this Friday with the opening game of the eighth round. Kicking off the weekend, Sottil’s Sampdoria will host Juve Stabia at Marassi, with the match starting at 20:30. The Blucerchiati, coming off two consecutive wins and a Coppa Italia derby triumph, are eager to continue climbing the table.
On Saturday, league leaders Pisa, managed by Filippo Inzaghi, will look to extend their lead at the top of the standings in a home clash against newly promoted Cesena. This match is one of the weekend's highlights, with Cesena currently sitting in the playoff zone with 11 points, just five behind Pisa.
Frosinone also seeks a return to form as they host bottom-placed Carrarese at the Stirpe. Meanwhile, Sassuolo faces a theoretically easier challenge, welcoming a struggling Cittadella to the Mapei Stadium. Spezia, just three points behind Pisa in second place, will take on Reggiana at home.
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Sunday’s fixtures round off the action, with Catanzaro looking for redemption as they host Modena, while Cosenza takes on Sudtirol in a battle for survival. Elsewhere, Cremonese faces Bari, and Mantova meets Brescia. Brescia, currently third in the standings, is keen to keep pace with Pisa at the top.
All eyes, however, will be on the big match at the Barbera between Palermo and Salernitana. Dionisi’s Palermo, unbeaten in five matches, will be aiming for consistency against a Salernitana side that has had a tough start to the season. This direct clash at the Barbera is shaping up to be a critical encounter for both teams.
