Benevento's winless streak continued as they played to a 0-0 draw against Picerno at the Ciro Vigorito Stadium on March 24, 2025. This result marks Benevento's sixth consecutive draw and extends their winless run to eleven matches, leaving them yearning for victory as they struggled to convert chances throughout the match.
The encounter was characterized by tactical play from both sides, with limited scoring opportunities in the first half. Both teams engaged in a man-marking strategy that favored quick transitions but offered little in terms of open play creativity. Fans in attendance noted the frustration as a lifeless first half concluded with no goals, despite several near misses by the home side.
The first real chance of the game came in the 38th minute when Benevento's Maiorino tested Picerno's goalkeeper, Merelli, who comfortably handled the effort. The visitors responded immediately, forcing Benevento's goalkeeper, Manfredini, into action, with the first half ending scoreless amidst rising tensions.
In the second half, the game took on a more lively tempo, with Picerno’s Esposito creating anxiety in Benevento's defense with a couple of threatening runs. However, it was Benevento who had the first clear opportunity as Lamesta, who had just entered the match, found himself one-on-one with Merelli, only to be denied in the 70th minute.
The tide seemed to turn in the 80th minute when Bernardotto of Picerno proceeded toward goal. Manfredini, however, made a crucial save to block what would have been a sure goal, keeping Benevento in contention.
As the match wore on, the home side ramped up the pressure but faced mounting frustration as their forwards squandered multiple golden opportunities. Manconi missed a clear chance from just five yards out, shooting high in the 88th minute, adding to Benevento's growing list of missed opportunities.
The game ended in disappointment for Benevento fans, and their situation was compounded when Papini of Picerno received a red card in the dying moments of the match for denying a goal-scoring opportunity on Pinato, which did little to change the outcome.
With the draw, Benevento remains in a precarious position, clinging to mid-table status while Picerno holds firm at eighth place in the standings. Fans have expressed their frustration, and calls for improved efficiency in front of goal have resonated as the club seeks to break free from their winless streak.
