Atletico Ascoli vs Maceratese - Serie D - Girone F

When Atletico Ascoli and Maceratese clash at the home ground on September 13, 2026, the stakes extend well beyond a single result — this is a Serie D - Girone F fixture that carries real weight for both clubs. Jorge Salinas is of interest to Manchester United(Image: 2024 Soccrates Images B.V.) United are one of several Premier League clubs weighing up whether to meet Bologna’s €25m (£21.7m) valuation for Jhon Lucumi, according to Corriere di Bologna.

The two sides arrive with plenty to prove, and the Serie D - Girone F contest at the home ground offers a chance to lay down a marker. The hosts have done enough without setting the world alight, WD over their last five and a 50% win rate to their name. The visitors have been hard to predict on their travels, WWLDL in their last five reflecting a win rate of 25%. Goals could be in short supply or plentiful — Atletico Ascoli average 1 per game to Maceratese's 0.75, and that gap may dictate the rhythm of the contest. The on-loan Southampton striker had scored on his debut for Auxerre in defeat last weekend but followed it up with the winning goal against Nice to earn his old boss Will Still his first points in the job.

Stylistically, this is a compelling matchup. Atletico Ascoli favour a patient, possession-based approach, whereas Maceratese are at their most dangerous when allowed to hit quickly on the counter. Tuesday's print edition of ABC, as relayed by Sport Witness, have claimed that Betis turned down a €50m approach from a wealthy non-Premier League club for Antony.

The fixture is likely to be shaped by its key performers, with creative midfielders and clinical finishers on both sides capable of turning the game in an instant. The battle in midfield, where both sides look to control tempo, could prove the decisive arena. The club are making progress in their efforts to sign the Lille midfielder, who will arrive regardless of any departures.

Without the market to lean on, the contest feels genuinely open — and the outcome may come down to which side handles the occasion better. Neither side holds a clear edge, and a 1-1 draw would be a fitting reflection of the balance between them. With the standings tight and form on the line, this is a fixture neither side will want to lose. England captain Harry Kane is likely to sign a new deal to extend his stay at Bayern Munich despite interest from Barcelona.