After the significant victory against Pistoiese, which solidified their top position in the standings, Ravenna FC is preparing for a delicate away match against Sasso Marconi, a team that holds bittersweet memories for the yellow-reds, having been the last to inflict a defeat in the league in what was perhaps the worst performance of the year. A round later, much has changed in the team’s dynamics, but this will certainly be an additional motivation for the group led by Marco Marchionni, determined to maintain consistency in results and stay at the top of the standings.

A context that makes the match even more important is the direct clash between the other two league leaders, Forlì and Tau Altopascio, who will face each other. It’s an opportunity for Ravenna to extend their lead in the standings, but only if they focus exclusively on their own game and maintain high determination.

The absences are notable: coach Marchionni will have to do without Amoabeng, Drapelli, and Mereghetti, who are unavailable, while the conditions of Guida and Fiori, both dealing with fever symptoms, remain to be assessed. An interesting point is the possible use of Zagre, the young yellow-red talent who might see more playing time in this match, but the competition within Marchionni’s squad is strong in all departments.

The challenge promises to be intense, especially considering that Sasso Marconi will try to leverage the home advantage to regain precious points and continue a season that has exceeded expectations. The newly promoted team is currently solidly in the middle of the standings, playing with determination and confidence to secure a more comfortable survival than anticipated. On their part, the yellow-reds will once again have the support of a significant number of fans, ready to fill the away section with yellow and red colors.

The Ravenna, aware of its strength, wants to send a strong message to the league. The away match against Sasso Marconi will be an important test, but with the support of the fans and the determination shown in the last matches, Marchionni’s team has all the right cards to confirm their position at the top and continue their pursuit.

Ravenna FC demonstrates its strength at the Benelli stadium, narrowly defeating Pistoiese and maintaining the top position in the standings, shared with Tau Altopascio and Forlì, who will face off on Sunday in a direct clash. In a stadium filled with nearly 4,000 fans, the yellow-reds prevail thanks to a stunning goal by Biagi, who scored a rare beauty in the 24th minute. The match begins with both teams studying each other, showcasing the quality that has made them among the most solid in the league. The first chance goes to Ravenna in the 16th minute, with Rrapaj delivering a dangerous cross that fails to find a decisive touch. In the 22nd minute, Biagi poses a threat again with a great personal initiative, halted by a crucial intervention from former player Polvani, who deflects it for a corner.

The yellow-red advantage comes two minutes later: Biagi, positioned at the edge of the penalty area, controls a difficult ball with his chest and unleashes a right-footed shot that finds the back of the net under the crossbar, leaving Cecchini stunned. A spectacular goal that ignites the Benelli stadium and breaks the balance of the match.

La Pistoiese tries to react by taking control of the game, but struggles to find spaces in Ravenna’s excellent defensive organization. The first half ends with the home team leading by one goal.

In the second half, the guests raise their defensive line in search of an equalizer. Maldonado attempts a tricky diagonal shot in the 65th minute, but Fresia is alert and stretches to make a save for a corner. In the final minutes, former player Polvani comes close to scoring from a corner kick situation, but his shot goes high over the crossbar.

The Ravenna tightens its ranks and does not grant any further opportunities, closing the match with great maturity. At the final whistle, the joy of the yellow-red crowd erupts, celebrating three fundamental points. With this victory, Ravenna FC maintains the top of the standings, confirming itself as one of the most solid and well-equipped teams in the league. On the other hand, Pistoiese is pushed back to -8, seeing its chances of entering the title race diminish.

A success that is worth more than the three points, achieved against a direct rival and in front of an exceptional crowd, testifying to the strong bond between the team and the city. Ravenna continues to dream, aware that the path to the final goal is still long, but with the certainty of having all the right cards to play it to the end.

This Sunday, the Benelli Stadium will become the beating heart of Ravenna’s passion as it hosts a clash that promises excitement and intensity: Ravenna FC versus Pistoiese. Two teams that arguably represent the best rosters in Serie D will face off in a head-to-head that could have significant implications for the group standings. Both sides, after a less-than-brilliant start to the season, have found new momentum under their respective new managers. Now, they come into the match in top form, ready to leave everything on the pitch.
Ravenna enters this match riding high after securing the top spot in the standings, tied with Forlì and Tau Altopascio, following a hard-fought draw on Tuttocuoio’s tough ground. Their opponents, Pistoiese, are on an unstoppable run, riding the wave of five consecutive victories and trailing by just five points. They aim to reignite their title bid with this crucial clash at the top—a true test of strength for both teams.
Ravenna faces some challenges, however, as head coach Marco Marchionni will have to navigate several key absences. Midfielder Lordkipanidze, who previously wore Pistoiese’s colors, is suspended, and Amoabeng, Mereghetti, and Drapelli are out due to injuries. On the bright side, Venturini, another former Pistoiese player, is back in action and ready to contribute. On the visitors’ side, their captain Lorenzo Polvani, a standout defender for Ravenna three seasons ago, will be a key figure for the orange and blue.
But this game is about more than just tactics or strategy—it’s a showdown loaded with meaning. The rivalry between these two sides runs deep, heightened by last season’s events when Pistoiese’s exclusion denied Ravenna the chance to compete in a promotion playoff earned on the field. This has only added fuel to an already fiery matchup.
A remarkable crowd is expected at the Benelli, drawn by the emotions and connections that only football can create. It’s the perfect moment for Ravenna fans to rally behind their team, turning the stadium into a cauldron of passion and showing what it truly means to be part of this great family. This is a match that promises to linger in everyone’s hearts and could prove to be a defining moment of the season.

The Ravenna FC returns from Ponte a Egola with a precious point, resulting from a 1-1 draw against Tuttocuoio. This result allows the yellow-reds to catch up with the top of the standings, sharing the lead with Forlì and Tau Altopascio, and to look forward with confidence to the big match next Sunday against Pistoiese, which is trailing by 5 points.

Mister Marchionni decides to change something in the starting eleven, putting his trust in the forward duo Di Renzo-Lo Bosco and bringing Mandorlini back into midfield in place of Rossetti. The match starts off evenly, with Tuttocuoio imposing great aggression in tackles. Ravenna suffers but tries to respond in an organized manner until the 35th minute, when an incident complicates the plans for the giallorossi: Lordkipanidze is sent off for a foul on Fino, stemming from provocation. Despite being a player down, Ravenna manages to create danger, especially through Biagi, who tries from distance but without luck.
In the second half, Tuttocuoio gains confidence and comes close to taking the lead, hitting the post with Lorenzini. In the 66th minute, the match returns to equal numbers due to the expulsion of Benericetti for a second yellow card. Mister Marchionni seeks to shake things up from the bench, and the substitutions bring new energy.
The match is unlocked in the 88th minute: Ilari, after narrowly missing a header goal, is brought down in the box. The referee has no doubts and awards a penalty. Manuzzi takes the kick and converts it coolly, putting Ravenna in the lead. However, the joy is short-lived: in the 92nd minute, a contact between Biagi and Chiti in the Ravenna box convinces the referee to award a penalty to Tuttocuoio as well. Fino converts from the spot and levels the score.
This incident leaves a bitter taste, exacerbated by Fino’s provocative celebration under the stand occupied by the giallorossi fans, a gesture that has nothing to do with sporting spirit.

Ravenna starts again from this valuable point to consolidate its leadership and prepare in the best way for the challenge against Pistoiese at the Benelli.

Tomorrow afternoon, at the ‘Leporaia’ in Ponte a Egola, Ravenna FC will face Tuttocuoio in a match that promises to be full of challenges.

The giallorossi, second in the standings with 44 points, just 1 point behind the leaders Forlì, come into this match riding a remarkable wave of form: under the guidance of Marco Marchionni, Ravenna has achieved 11 wins and 1 draw in 12 league matches. The goal is to extend this positive streak and keep the pressure on their rivals at the top. However, the upcoming opponent is far from an easy challenge.

Il Tuttocuoio, a team that had a notable period around 2015, with three consecutive seasons in Lega Pro, is currently seventh in the standings with 29 points and has proven to be one of the most unpredictable teams in Group D. The team, coached by Firicano, comes off three wins and three draws in the last six matches and aims to gain ground towards the playoff zone, which is seven points away.

The first leg match, played at the Benelli, was decided in the final minutes and saw Ravenna prevail 2-1 thanks to two penalties converted by Nappello and Manuzzi, both set up by an inspired Rrapaj. For Nappello, who has been sidelined since mid-November due to a calf injury, tomorrow’s match will mark his return to the squad, adding a valuable option to the giallorosso’s attacking line.

After the hard-fought victory against Sammaurese, in which Ravenna showed solidity but not brilliance, Marchionni’s team will want to get back to playing their game and demonstrate a more convincing style of football.

To keep an eye on in the Tuttocuoio lineup will be strikers Massaro and Di Natale, both sons of two forwards who have made history in Italian football. In the yellow and red camp, coach Marchionni will be able to rely on almost the entire squad, although a couple of players are dealing with minor injuries that will need to be assessed until the last moment.

The kickoff at ‘Leporaia’ is scheduled for 2:30 PM. Ravenna will try to impose its game to secure three crucial points in the race for the top of the standings.

The Ravenna FC kicks off 2025 at home with an important victory, defeating Sammaurese 1-0 at the Benelli thanks to a goal from Lordkipanidze in the first half. It was a hard-fought match that was not particularly spectacular, partly due to the heavy condition of the playing field. However, the pitch was in better condition compared to recent appearances, a sign that the interventions made by the club are starting to bear fruit. The Giallorossi performed better in the first half, where they came close to scoring on several occasions before taking the lead, but in the second half, they faced a resurgence from Sammaurese, who nearly equalized at the end.

The match immediately opens with a thrill for Ravenna: in the 2nd minute, Sammaurese creates a dangerous opportunity with a deep ball for Gningue, whose diagonal shot grazes the post. After overcoming the scare, the home team takes control of the game and responds in the 12th minute with Manuzzi, but his shot from inside the area goes high. Shortly after, in the 13th minute, Rossetti tries his luck with a shot from outside the box that goes just wide, with Pozzer unable to intervene. A similar situation occurs in the 15th minute when a backheel flick in a scramble by Esposito, set up by Guida’s corner, fails to hit the target.

The decisive goal arrives in the 19th minute: Lordkipanidze, with his fifth goal of the season, collects a ball at the edge of the penalty area and runs towards the box, launching a precise diagonal shot, albeit not powerful, that beats the visiting goalkeeper.

In the second half, Sammaurese raises the defensive line and tries to trouble the yellow-red defense. At the 61st minute, Manuzzi (brother of the Ravenna player) tests Fresia with a dangerous diagonal shot. The yellow-reds attempt to seal the deal in the 66th minute with Guida, who is served on the counterattack by Lordkipanidze, but the opposing defense manages to deflect the shot.

In the 85th minute, captain Rrapaj narrowly misses doubling the score with a curling shot that goes just wide, while in the 90th minute, Sammaurese has a huge opportunity with Maltoni, who, diving from the small area, sends the ball over the crossbar. The excitement continues in stoppage time: in the 94th minute, the visiting team protests vigorously for an alleged foul by Amoabeng in the penalty area, but the referee allows play to continue, deeming the challenge to be fair.

It wasn’t the best Ravenna of the season, but Marchionni’s boys showed great solidity and the ability to endure, keeping pace with the top teams, all of whom are winning.

Next Sunday, the giallorossi will be on the road again in Tuscany, to face Tuttocuoio in a new chapter of their quest for the top of the standings.