Vittoria di carattere per il Ravenna che espugna Lentigione e manda un segnale al campionato. Nonostante un campo reso pesante dalle forti piogge, gli uomini di Marchionni continuano a macinare punti e a mettere pressione sul duo di testa.

La partita si decide nei primi quindici minuti, con il Ravenna che colpisce due volte in rapida successione. Al 5’, Rrapaj inventa un assist illuminante per Manuzzi, che viene atterrato sulla linea dell’area. L’arbitro non ha dubbi e assegna il rigore: dagli undici metri, Manuzzi è implacabile e porta avanti i giallorossi. Appena due minuti dopo, è ancora l’asse Rrapaj-Manuzzi a far male. Il capitano serve in profondità il numero 19, che salta Gasperini e deposita a porta vuota per il raddoppio.

Il Lentigione però non si arrende e al 12’ riapre il match. Su una punizione laterale, la palla carambola sui piedi di Lombardi, che trova l’angolino e accorcia le distanze. Il Ravenna, spinto dall’iniziativa offensiva, continua a farsi pericoloso soprattutto sul lato del campo meno condizionato dal fango: Biagi e Venturini sfiorano la terza rete in più occasioni.

Nella ripresa, il Lentigione tenta di prendere il controllo della partita ma fatica a rendersi pericoloso. I giallorossi sfruttano gli spazi in contropiede e costruiscono diverse occasioni per chiuderla, con Lordkipanidze, Onofri e Di Renzo, che nel finale manca di poco il colpo del definitivo ko. Il forcing finale dei padroni di casa non produce risultati, e il Ravenna gestisce il vantaggio fino al triplice fischio senza particolari affanni.

Un’altra prestazione convincente dei ragazzi di Marchionni, che contro le prime della classe hanno raccolto ben 7 punti su 9, mantenendo viva la lotta per la vetta. Ora testa ai prossimi impegni: mercoledì al Benelli contro il Cjarlins Muzane per la semifinale di Coppa Italia, e domenica in campionato contro il Progresso per l’ultimo appuntamento del 2024.

Ravenna asserts dominance over Cittadella Vis Modena despite the heavy rainfall turning the Benelli pitch into a quagmire, unfit for football. Rrapaj and his teammates delivered a spirited performance, overturning an early deficit and claiming three hard-fought points. A victory that goes beyond the final score.

The match started poorly for the Giallorossi. On a lateral free kick from Martey, Ravenna’s defense froze, allowing Mora to head the ball into the net. Ravenna immediately found itself on the back foot. However, Marchionni’s men quickly showcased their resolve, as Mora’s goal would remain the visitors’ only real chance of the game.
The Giallorossi retaliated vigorously. Lo Bosco nearly equalized, only to see his shot blocked on the goal line. Soon after, Manuzzi narrowly missed with a diagonal strike. The most dramatic chance came from Onofri, whose header in a crowded box struck the post. Despite worsening field conditions, Ravenna kept pressing. Venturini and Milan both attempted dangerous shots, with Milan’s narrowly missing the target. Before halftime, Biagi’s header fell short of the mark, leaving Ravenna trailing at the break despite their dominance.
The second half marked a turning point. Marchionni introduced Di Renzo and Amoabeng, raising the team’s attacking line. In just five minutes, Ravenna turned the tide: from a Rrapaj corner, Onofri directed the ball to Esposito, who equalized. Minutes later, Di Renzo crafted a chance for Rrapaj, whose deflected shot was capitalized on by Lo Bosco, putting Ravenna ahead.
Cittadella attempted to mount a comeback, but Ravenna’s defense held firm. Rrapaj nearly scored directly from a corner, challenging goalkeeper Leonardi. As the rain intensified, the match turned into more of a heroic struggle than a sporting event. D’Orsi’s spirited incursion and Amoabeng’s long-distance effort couldn’t increase the tally, leaving the score unchanged.

The final whistle sealed a vital victory for Ravenna, a testament to their determination and character. Now just one point off the top of the table, the Giallorossi are set to face Lentigione, a team hot on their heels, in a top-tier clash.

Tomorrow afternoon will feature the most anticipated match of the day: Ravenna FC will visit Lentigione in a clash between two of the best teams in the group. Both teams come into the game level on points, just one behind the top spot shared by Forlì and Tau, with the clear goal of continuing their push for the top of the table.
The two teams recently met in the Coppa Italia, where the giallorossi prevailed thanks to a decisive goal by Drapelli.
Stefano Cassani’s Lentigione boasts the best defense in the league, having conceded only 8 goals, a testament to the solidity of Ravenna’s next opponents. Under the guidance of Marco Marchionni, Ravenna FC has shown great defensive cohesion, conceding just 5 goals in the last 11 matches across the league and Coppa Italia. These numbers confirm that tomorrow’s match will be of the highest level, where every detail could make the difference.
Lentigione arrives at the match on a high, having won 6 consecutive matches, which underlines their extraordinary form. For Ravenna, a flawless performance will be necessary to secure a positive result and continue dreaming of the top spot.
The match will also have a special flavor for some ex-giallorossi. Coach Stefano Cassani spent four years in the youth ranks of Ravenna, while Lentigione’s captain, Sabba, played for the giallorossi for three and a half seasons. Another ex, Gobbo, who starred for Ravenna last season, will not feature due to an eye injury.
For Ravenna, Nappello remains unavailable due to a calf issue, and newcomer Mereghetti is sidelined with a muscle strain. Despite these absences, the team can rely on the support of a large group of giallorossi fans who will travel to the stadium to cheer the boys on in this crucial match.
The stadium ticket office will open at 1:00 PM, with tickets available directly at the counter. Kick-off is scheduled for 2:30 PM tomorrow.