Italian Serie B: Modena 3-0 Spezia Modena delivered a commanding performance at the Stadio Alberto Braglia, comfortably dispatching Spezia with a 3-0 victory in Serie B. The match, which kicked off at 03:30, was effectively decided by a dominant first-half display from the hosts, who showcased their attacking potency to climb the table and deal a blow to Spezia's own aspirations. This comprehensive win underlines Modena's potential as playoff contenders this season. The home side started with intensity and were rewarded early, opening the scoring inside the first fifteen minutes through a powerful header from a corner. Buoyed by the goal, Modena continued to press and doubled their lead midway through the half with a well-worked team move finished calmly from inside the box. Spezia, shell-shocked, offered little in response, and Modena put the game to bed just before halftime, capitalizing on a defensive error to slot home a third. The second half was a more subdued affair, with Modena content to manage the game and Spezia unable to muster any meaningful comeback, their few attempts easily handled by a confident Modena defense. The key incident was the early goal that set the tone, allowing Modena to play with freedom and confidence. Spezia's defense looked uncharacteristically vulnerable, particularly from set-pieces. For Modena, their midfield maestro was the standout performer, dictating the tempo and providing two assists in a man-of-the-match display. The three points are significant for Modena's push towards the promotion playoff spots, moving them into the top half of the table. For Spezia, this heavy defeat is a setback in their quest for stability. Modena's manager praised his team's focus, saying, "We executed the game plan perfectly from the first minute. The early goal gave us the platform we needed." The Spezia coach was critical, admitting, "We were not at the races today. We must be much better defensively and show more fight."