Cesena defeats Forsempronese 3-0 in pre‑season friendly ahead of Sampdoria clash
Cesena hosted Serie D side Forsempronese at the Orogel Stadio on 1 August 2026. The home team won 3‑0 in a pre‑season friendly, with Pagano opening the scoring in the 25th minute and Bertaccini adding the third after returning from a period of convalescence. The match was played in hot, humid conditions; midfielder Piacentini left the field with respiratory problems and was replaced by Zaro. Coach Gabriele Diamanti used the game to assess his squad’s readiness for the upcoming Serie A fixture against Sampdoria on 22 August, noting that further signings are needed to complete the roster.
Entities: Bertaccini · Cesena Football Club · Forsempronese Football Club · Gabriele Diamanti · Pagano
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Hot conditions caused midfielder Piacentini to leave the field with respiratory problems. (match report)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Coach Gabriele Diamanti said the team needs additional signings before the 22 August match against Sampdoria. (coach comments)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Forsempronese did not score any goals in the match. (match result)
- [● 3 SOURCES] The match was played at the Orogel Stadio in Cesena. (venue information)
- [● 3 SOURCES] The friendly was intended to evaluate preparation for the upcoming Serie A match against Sampdoria. (pre‑season purpose)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Pagano scored the first goal in the 25th minute. (match report)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Bertaccini scored the third goal after returning from a period of convalescence. (match report)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Cesena defeated Forsempronese 3-0 in a friendly match on 1 August 2026. (match report)