Athletic Carpi vs Cittadella: match statistics
Athletic Carpi vs Cittadella: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Athletic Carpi played against Cittadella in Serie C Group A (Italy). The game was played on September 13, 2026. Venue: Stadio Sandro Cabassi. Final score: 1:2.
Recent form
Athletic Carpi has 1 win, 1 draw and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 1.33 points per game. Cittadella has 3 wins, 0 draws and 0 losses, with 3.00 points per game.
Scoring records
Athletic Carpi scores 1.67 goals per game and allows 2.00. Cittadella scores 1.67 and allows 0.33. Games in this league average 2.00 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 67% of Athletic Carpi's games and 33% of Cittadella's. The Over 2.5 rates are 67% and 33%, compared with league averages of 47% for BTTS and 37% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Cittadella has the higher season xG average, 1.87 to 1.71 per game. Athletic Carpi takes 12.0 shots per game, while Cittadella takes 15.3.
First-half and second-half trends
Athletic Carpi leads at halftime in 67% of its games and scores 0.33 goals per game after halftime. Cittadella leads at halftime in 100% and scores 0.33 after halftime.
When the teams score
Athletic Carpi's most productive scoring window is minutes 16-30 (3 goals). For Cittadella, it is minutes 0-15 (3 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Serie C Group A games average 2.00 goals. Both teams score in 47% of games, and 37% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
There is not enough head-to-head history for a meaningful comparison.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Cittadella remain unbeaten this season, having won all 3 of their matches so far. Across their last five games, they have recorded 4 wins and a draw, scoring 11 goals and conceding just 4. Athletic Carpi have been more inconsistent: they have scored 9 goals in their last five matches but also conceded 9, while their average of 3 goals conceded at home points to major defensive issues. The hosts create plenty of chances, averaging 15 shots, 9 shots on target and an xG of 2.01 at home, but they also allow opponents an xG of 2.02. Cittadella are yet to concede away from home and have kept a clean sheet in 100% of their away matches, with opponents averaging an xG of 1.47, giving them a significant defensive edge. Although Carpi can pose a threat thanks to their high 20% conversion rate, the visitors’ more consistent form and considerably more reliable defense point towards an away win.
View the statistical overviewBTTS - will both teams score?
The signal for both teams to score is reinforced by their current form: BTTS landed in 80% of Athletic Carpi’s last 5 matches and in 60% of Cittadella’s. During this period, the hosts averaged 1.8 goals scored and 1.8 conceded, while the visitors scored 2.2 goals per match and conceded just 0.8. Cittadella have an extremely solid defensive record this season, averaging 0.0 goals conceded and recording a 100% clean-sheet rate, which clearly limits confidence in the pick; however, their recent xG against stands at 1.27. Athletic Carpi create plenty of chances at home, recording an xG of 2.07, with an average of 17.5 shots and 7 shots on target, so they should find a way to score. BTTS - Yes is only slightly preferred, as both teams’ attacking form over their last five matches outweighs the visitors’ very small sample of seasonal clean sheets.
View BTTS statisticsOver/Under - goals analysis
Over 1.5 is strongly supported by current form: in their last 5 matches, Athletic Carpi averaged 1.8 goals scored and 1.8 conceded, producing 3.6 goals per game. Over the same period, Cittadella scored 2.2 goals per match, while its games averaged 3.0 goals. The attacking potential is also reflected in the xG figures: 1.91 for the hosts and 1.92 for the visitors across their last five appearances, with Carpi recording 1.75 xG conceded. Both teams saw Over 2.5 land in 60% of their last five matches, but Cittadella's excellent defensive record to date, with an average of 0.0 goals conceded, limits confidence in the higher lines. Therefore, the safest and strongest selection is Over 1.5, with a projected 2.70 goals offering a clear edge.
View Over/Under statisticsHT/FT - half-time and full-time scenario
Cittadella are showing clearly superior current form: they have won 4 of their last 5 matches, averaging 2.2 goals scored and conceding just 0.8, while Athletic Carpi have allowed opponents 1.8 goals per game. The visitors led at the break in 80% of their last five matches, compared with just 40% for Carpi, and their average of 1.4 goals before half-time exceeds the hosts’ 0.8. Cittadella’s advantage is also evident after the interval: they have not conceded a single goal in the second half across their last five matches and won the second half in 60% of them. Athletic Carpi have stronger home-season metrics, including an xG of 2.07 and 7 shots on target per match compared with the visitors’ 1.48 and 4, but Cittadella’s recent attacking efficiency and defensive solidity provide stronger support for an HT/FT scenario in which they lead at the break and secure the full-time win.
View first-half and second-half statisticsStats by half
Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Athletic Carpi | Cittadella | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 47% | 39% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.14 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.29 | 0.28 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Cittadella is 126% better for: last-5 form.
1.33 pts / game - Athletic Carpi · 3 pts / game - Cittadella
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Cittadella is 506% better for: goals allowed per game.
2 goals / game - Athletic Carpi · 0.33 goals / game - Cittadella
Athletic Carpi scores in 100% of games (3 of 3 games), while Cittadella keeps a clean sheet in 67% (2 of 3 games).
Cittadella scores in 100% of games (3 of 3 games), while Athletic Carpi keeps a clean sheet in 33% (1 of 3 games).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Athletic Carpi
Over / Under - Cittadella
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Cittadella is 50% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
2 pts / game - Athletic Carpi · 3 pts / game - Cittadella
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Athletic Carpi - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 67% of games and wins 33%. Sometimes gives up a halftime lead.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Cittadella - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 100% of games and wins 100%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.00 | 0.33 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.3 | 0.3 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 2.3 | 1.3 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 67% |
| 2 goals | 67% | 33% |
| 3 goals | 67% | 33% |
| Clean sheet | 33% | 33% |
| No goal | 0% | 67% |
| Goal difference | +1 | -2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 3.00 | 1.67 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.3 | 0.3 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.3 | 0.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.7 | 0.3 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 33% |
| 2 goals | 33% | 0% |
| 3 goals | 33% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 67% | 100% |
| No goal | 0% | 67% |
| Goal difference | +3 | +1 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 16-30 (3 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (3). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 0-15 (3 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (1). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Athletic Carpi
Cittadella
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Serie C Group A).
Teams vs league
| Athletic Carpi | Liga | Cittadella | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 3.67 | 2.00 | • 2.00 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 67% | 47% | ▼ 33% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 67% | 37% | ▼ 33% |
| Clean sheets | • 33% | 33% | ▲ 67% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 100% | 50% | ▲ 100% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 67% | 63% | ▼ 33% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
FAQ
What was the result of Athletic Carpi vs Cittadella?
The Serie C Group A match finished Athletic Carpi 1:2 Cittadella. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Athletic Carpi vs Cittadella?
Athletic Carpi score 1.67 goals per game on average and Cittadella 1.67. The Serie C Group A average is 2.00 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 37% of games. Both teams score in 67% of Athletic Carpi's matches and 33% of Cittadella's.
What form are Athletic Carpi and Cittadella in?
Over the last 5 games Athletic Carpi have a 1-1-1 record (1.33 points per game) and Cittadella 3-0-0 (3.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Athletic Carpi vs Cittadella?
The statistical background for Athletic Carpi vs Cittadella — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.