Padova came from behind to secure a vital 2-1 away victory at Modena in a dramatic Italian Serie B match on February 28, 2026. The three points were crucial for Padova's survival bid, while Modena's inconsistent home form continued to hinder their progress. Modena started strongly and took a deserved lead in the 30th minute with a well-worked team goal. Padova, however, showed great resilience and equalized just before halftime against the run of play. The second half was a tense affair, with the winning goal arriving for Padova in the 75th minute from a deflected shot that wrong-footed the goalkeeper. Modena threw everything forward in search of an equalizer but found Padova's defense resolute in the closing minutes. This match result provided a massive boost for Padova, moving them clear of immediate danger, while Modena remained stuck in mid-table. The Padova manager praised his team's character, saying, "To come here and win after going behind shows our spirit." The Modena coach was disappointed, stating, "We lost control of the game after a good start. It's a tough one to take." The starting XIs reflected two teams with very different objectives at this stage of the season.