Certosa V. Campagnano vs Monastir - Serie D - Girone G

Season-defining implications hang over this Serie D - Girone G clash at the home ground, where Certosa V. Campagnano host Monastir on October 18, 2026 knowing the result could shape the run-in for both clubs. Chelsea vs Tottenham: Line-ups confirmed for pre-season clash in Sydney.

Certosa V. Campagnano head into the contest positioned 4th in the Serie D - Girone G standings, while Monastir arrive sitting 2nd. The hosts have been steady if unspectacular, DWWLW in their last five reflecting a win rate of 57.14%. The visitors have been formidable away from home, WWDWL in their last five and a win rate of 71.43% that puts them in elite company. Where Certosa V. Campagnano have leaned on defensive discipline, Monastir have often taken the initiative going forward, and that stylistic difference should shape the contest. In terms of net spend, Liverpool topped the table with £219.4m, followed by Ipswich (£190.7m), Spurs (£176m) and Hull (£160.5m).

The tactical subplot is compelling: Certosa V. Campagnano favour a possession-based game built on patience and control, while Monastir are happiest sitting deep and exploding forward on the counter — a classic contrast of philosophies. His passing display at the World Cup was yet more evidence of his suitability for City and the possession-heavy style Maresca favours.

In fixtures as finely poised as this one, it often comes down to who holds their nerve in the big moments — and both camps have players who relish that responsibility. Whoever wins the individual duel between the two sides' chief playmakers is likely to dictate the rhythm and, ultimately, the destination of the points. Niclas Fullkrug, the former Dortmund striker, found the equaliser in stoppage-time at Signal Iduna Park.

Predictions are tricky when the sides are this evenly matched, and small margins — a moment of quality, a slice of luck — could decide it either way. Given the balance of the numbers, Monastir look capable of springing a surprise on the road — a 1-3 away victory is a distinct possibility. Whatever the outcome, the Serie D - Girone G fixture promises a meaningful contest with real implications for both clubs. Arsenal fan Piers Morgan has taken to social media to give a scathing verdict following Man City's win over Liverpool.