Crotone desperately need points today at 2:30 PM in the Serie C – Group C. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Monopoli come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 1D 2L). Crotone travel struggling badly (0W 3L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

Despite playing at home, Monopoli face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Crotone have won 5 of 8 encounters, with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in a 1–1 draw.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Monopoli a slight edge, but Crotone are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.