Ischia vs Olbia - Serie D - Girone G

The history between Ischia and Olbia lends this Serie D - Girone G fixture an extra layer of spice, and when the two walk out at the home ground on May 10, 2026, recent encounters will be on everyone's mind. The left-back was taken off in the final minutes against Everton with cramp, and was not risked for the Champions League clash vs Sabah on Thursday.

Both Ischia and Olbia will be eager to build momentum when they meet in Serie D - Girone G. Ischia will be keen to seize the initiative and build some momentum on home soil. The visitors will travel in the hope that a change of scene can spark a turnaround, whatever the form book says. But the Reds are still unsure about Bologna's asking price for the defender, who turned 28 in June and has less than 12 months to run on his contract at the Serie A side.

Stylistically, this is a compelling matchup. Ischia favour a patient, possession-based approach, whereas Olbia are at their most dangerous when allowed to hit quickly on the counter. Tottenham have changed their approach and are spending big on players who already know the Premier League.

Game-changers are scattered across both line-ups, and the contest may well be decided by which side's match-winners deliver on the day. Discipline at the back and sharpness in front of goal will likely tilt the balance one way or the other. Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba has thanked AS Monaco after his contract was terminated by the club.

With the sides closely matched, the outcome may well hinge on which team takes its chances on the day. Neither side holds a clear edge, and a 1-1 draw would be a fitting reflection of the balance between them. The result at the home ground could resonate well beyond matchday in the Serie D - Girone G picture. Premier League chief executive Richard Masters says a verdict on the alleged charges against Manchester City "has taken longer than expected".