PESCARA – Milan Futuro will face Pescara on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at 12:30 PM at the Stadio "Felice Chinetti" in Solbiate Arno for the 28th matchday of Serie C 2024-2025. The match is expected to be pivotal for both teams as Milan Futuro looks to recover from recent form, and Pescara strives to maintain its position for playoff contention.
Fans interested in following the action can do so through live updates on www.calciomagazine.net, available on tablets and smartphones. The official line-ups will be available around 11:30 AM, prior to kick-off.
For viewers wanting to watch the match on television or via streaming, Sky Sport Uno and Sky Sport (channel 251 satellite) will transmit the game live. Subscribers to Sky can also access the match through the Sky Go streaming service on mobile devices.
The referee for this encounter will be Lucio Felice Angelillo from Nola, assisted by linesmen Abbinante and Celestino, along with fourth official Maccarini.
Milan Futuro enters the match on the back of a disappointing home defeat to Lucchese, losing 0-2, which has left them struggling at 18th place with just 22 points. Their record shows four victories, ten draws, and thirteen losses, having scored 22 goals and conceded 41. Despite their recent difficulties, the team has managed to collect seven points from their last five fixtures.
On the other hand, Pescara is currently sitting strongly within the playoff spots, positioned fifth with 47 points following their own recent struggles, which have included just one win from their last ten matches. Their recent form consists of twelve wins, seven draws, and five losses, with 33 goals scored and only 23 conceded.
The first meeting this season saw Pescara deliver a convincing 4-1 victory against Milan Futuro.
Looking at the formations, Milan Futuro’s coach Bonera is expected to deploy a 3-4-2-1 lineup featuring Raveyre as goalkeeper and Threeman defense of Coubis, Camporese, and Minotti. The midfield will be handled by Branca and Vos, with Quirini and Bozzolan taking the wings. Ianesi and Fall will support the sole striker, Magrassi.
Pescara’s coach Baldini seems inclined to go with a 4-3-3 setup, placing Plizzari between the posts, flanked by defensemen Brosco and Pellacani, with Pierozzi and Crialese on the sides. The midfield trio will include Meazzi, Valzania, and Dagasso, supported by forwards Merola, Ferraris, and Cangiano.
The probable line-ups for the match are as follows:
MILAN FUTURO (3-4-2-1): Raveyre; Coubis, Camporese, Minotti; Quirini, Branca, Vos, Bozzolan; Ianesi, Fall; Magrassi. Coach: Bonera.
PESCARA (4-3-3): Plizzari; Pierozzi, Brosco, Pellacani, Crialese; Meazzi, Valzania, Dagasso; Merola, Ferraris, Cangiano. Coach: Baldini.
Currently, the league situation is pressing for Milan Futuro. With only 22 points, the team finds itself fighting not only for improvement but for safety, with immediate results becoming increasingly necessary. At the same time, Pescara, having tasted the lead earlier this season, is eager to return to winning ways after their latest home loss against regional rivals, signifying the need for redemption.
The significance of points over calculations cannot be understated as Milan Futuro looks to claw themselves from the bottom, challenging Pescara who, after enjoying strong form earlier, must reassess their strategy to regain momentum.
Soccer fans won't want to miss this exciting matchup showcasing two teams with contrasting motivations and aspirations. Milan Futuro needs to make strides to secure their position, whereas Pescara aims to reclaim their status among the leaders of Serie C.
Kick-off for Milan Futuro vs. Pescara is at 12:30 PM – brace for what promises to be an intense match filled with passion and determination.