Modena secured a convincing 3-1 away victory over Mantova in Italian Serie B on September 21, 2025. The match, which kicked off at 1:30 AM, was a derby clash that saw Modena's superior quality shine through in the second half, earning them bragging rights and three valuable points. The result pushes Modena further up the table, while Mantova is left languishing in the lower reaches after a disappointing performance. Mantova took a surprise lead against the run of play, but Modena responded with three unanswered goals to turn the match around. The equalizer came just before halftime, settling Modena's nerves. They took the lead early in the second period with a clinical finish and sealed the win with a late counter-attack goal. The match was marred by a red card for Mantova in the final minutes for a reckless challenge. The Modena manager highlighted his team's maturity, and the Mantova coach criticized his players' lack of discipline.