Ascoli Calcio 1898 FC - Benevento

Ascoli Calcio 1898 FC look to build on a promising start to their campaign as they return to Cino e Lillo Del Duca for matchday 3 of the Serie B season on 5 September 2026. The home side enters the contest with renewed confidence following their impressive 2-1 victory over Hellas Verona in late August, a result that helped stabilize their form after a difficult cup exit. The expected XI, featuring the attacking threat of Amine Chakir and Andrea Silipo, aims to dictate the tempo against a visiting side desperate to find their rhythm.

Benevento arrives seeking a first league win after a stuttering start that included a narrow 1-2 defeat to Modena and a recent draw with Sudtirol. Historically, these encounters have been tight affairs, with their last league meeting in February 2023 ending in a goalless stalemate. With Gianmarco Vannucchi expected to anchor the defense, the visitors will look to exploit any gaps in the midfield as they aim to improve upon their recent results.