Preview: Crotone Hosts Catania in Serie C Clash

ROME (Interstat) — A pivotal Serie C matchup in Italy’s third division is set for Monday as Crotone hosts Catania at Ezio Scida Stadium.

The contest comes with both teams looking to rebound from losses in their previous outings. Crotone (12-8-10) fell 1-0 at Giugliano on April 6, snapping a two-game winning streak. Catania (11-11-8) suffered a 2-1 home defeat to Picerno on the same date, halting a modest three-match unbeaten run.

Recent head-to-head results show a split, with each side winning on the other’s home pitch this season. Catania took the most recent meeting 2-0 on Dec. 5, 2025. Crotone won the prior encounter 1-0 last August.

Form lines have diverged slightly. Crotone has been strong at home lately, with four wins and a draw in its last six league matches in front of its own fans, including a 3-1 victory over Audace Cerignola on March 29. Catania’s road form has been mixed, with a win, two draws and a loss in its last four away from home.

Key players for Crotone will look to exploit a Catania defense that has conceded in three straight matches. Catania’s attack, which produced four goals against Trapani in February, seeks to rediscover its finishing touch.

According to Interstat’s game simulator, the projected final score is a 1-1 draw.

The match carries significance for the Serie C playoff picture. Following this game, Crotone travels to face Casarano on April 19. Catania’s next fixture is at home against Potenza Calcio on the same date.

Kickoff is scheduled for 8:45 p.m. local time (1845 GMT).