Budoni vs Anzio - Serie D - Girone G

The history between Budoni and Anzio lends this Serie D - Girone G fixture an extra layer of spice, and when the two walk out at the home ground on September 20, 2026, recent encounters will be on everyone's mind. The 74-year-old Hoops boss admitted that "it'll be a bit strange not having the (Celtic) fans in but I'm nervously and excitedly looking forward to it; it's a great fixture" and also spoke about the police visit.

There is little to choose between Budoni and Anzio on paper, and the Serie D - Girone G encounter should reflect that balance. The hosts have found wins hard to come by, LD across their last five telling the story of a win rate of 0%. The visitors have been a mixed bag on the road, W in their last five and a win rate of 33.33% reflecting their unpredictability. One side has leaned on a miserly defence, the other on a free-scoring attack, and the meeting of those contrasting strengths promises an intriguing tactical subtext. Manchester City are nearing an agreement with Marseille for an experienced goalkeeper as they continue reshaping the position behind Gianluigi Donnarumma.

Set-piece efficiency could prove the difference on the night. Both Budoni and Anzio have invested time in dead-ball situations this season, and a single corner or free-kick may settle it. Chelsea have been encouraged to consider a surprise move for Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana, with former Red Devils midfielder Quinton Fortune believing the Cameroon international could suit their style of football.

Individual moments of quality could tip the balance. Both sides possess players capable of producing something out of nothing, and a single flash of brilliance may be all that separates them. How each side deals with the other's danger men — and who takes their chances when they come — will be central to the outcome. If they miss this, Chelsea insist they will not be selling the midfielder this summer.

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 positions in the Serie D - Girone G table to defend and momentum to chase, neither side can afford to leave anything in the tank. The team currently most likely to win the 2026 WNBA Finals according to Opta.