Modena U19 vs Sampdoria U19 - Campionato Primavera - 2

Modena U19 prepare to host Sampdoria U19 at the home ground on April 25, 2026, with both sides eager to assert their credentials and claim a result that could define their Campionato Primavera - 2 season. 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.

Both camps will view the Campionato Primavera - 2 meeting at the home ground as an opportunity to put a marker down, regardless of where they currently stand. The hosts have done enough without setting the world alight, L over their last five and a 50% win rate to their name. The visitors have been a steady presence on the road, W in their last five and a campaign win rate of 50%. The contrast in attacking output — 3 versus 1.5 goals per game — adds an extra layer of intrigue. Arsenal also saw the importance of having good depth at right-back when Mosquera was forced to start the Champions League final with PSG out of position - which then resulted in the young Spaniard conceding a penalty.

Wing play is likely to be central to the contest. Modena U19 will look to stretch the pitch and isolate their wide attackers, while Sampdoria U19 must find a way to compress the space and choke the supply lines. Tottenham have changed their approach and are spending big on players who already know the Premier League.

Star players on both sides will be eager to make their mark, and the individual duels across the pitch could go a long way to deciding the outcome. The wide areas will be a key battleground, with full-backs and wingers on either side capable of swinging the contest one way or the other. He produced a sublime assist for Reijnders' goal and then played a huge part in Muamba's rebound finish as his shot after cutting inside was parried straight to the striker to tap home.

Without the market to lean on, the contest feels genuinely open — and the outcome may come down to which side handles the occasion better. Expect a tight, competitive affair that could easily end all square at 3-3. The ramifications of this result could ripple through the Campionato Primavera - 2 standings for weeks to come, regardless of who comes out on top. In terms of outgoings, Perri seems closest to an exit, but that will likely have to wait until Trafford's mandated holiday after the World Cup is over or a No 2 arrives.