CAMPOBASSO, Italy (Interstat) — Two teams moving in opposite directions in the Serie C standings will clash Sunday when Campobasso FC hosts Ascoli Calcio 1898 FC in a crucial promotion playoff matchup.

Ascoli enters the match riding a wave of impressive form, having won eight of its last nine league games. The only blemish in that stretch was a 1-0 loss at Juventus Next Gen on Jan. 17. Most recently, the visitors earned a 1-0 victory over Guidonia Montecelio FC on April 18, extending a run that includes wins over Vis Pesaro, SS Arezzo, Ravenna, US Sambenedettese, AC Carpi, US Citta di Pontedera and Ternana.

The recent head-to-head history provides little separation. The teams played to a 0-0 draw in Ascoli on Dec. 21, the only meeting between the sides this season. That result marked the fourth consecutive game in the series decided by one goal or ending in a draw, suggesting another tight contest.

Campobasso, meanwhile, has been inconsistent. The hosts are coming off a scoreless draw against AC Bra on April 11, following a 2-0 victory at US Pianese on April 4. Campobasso has shown resilience, posting wins against FC Forli, Ternana, Juventus Next Gen and Ravenna this season, but has also struggled for offensive consistency, with five shutouts in its last 10 matches.

The simulator from Interstat projects a 1-0 victory for Ascoli, and the numbers support that prediction. Ascoli has outscored opponents 15-3 during its current hot streak, while Campobasso has managed just four goals in its last five games.

Kickoff is set for Sunday with promotion implications on the line for both clubs.