Crotone 1–1 Audace Cerignola: Late drama in Serie C stalemate

Crotone and Audace Cerignola shared the spoils in a 1–1 draw at the Stadio Ezio Scida on 4th May 2026 in Italian Serie C action. The match was a tense affair, with both sides having spells of dominance before a late equaliser ensured the points were split.

Audace Cerignola struck first in the 37th minute. A defensive lapse from the home side allowed a quick turnover in midfield, and the visitors exploited the space with a perfectly weighted through-ball. The Cerignola attacker controlled well and slotted a low shot past the Crotone goalkeeper for the opening goal. Crotone responded well, dominating possession for the remainder of the half but failing to convert their chances.

The second half saw Crotone increase the tempo. Head coach Lamberto Zauli introduced fresh legs in midfield, and the hosts began to pin Cerignola back in their own half. The equaliser arrived in the 78th minute when a looping cross from the right wing found substitute striker Guido Gómez, who outjumped the defence to head powerfully into the net. The goal sparked wild celebrations among the home support.

Both teams pushed for a winner in the final ten minutes. Crotone hit the crossbar through a fierce long-range effort, while Audace Cerignola had a goal disallowed for a marginal offside call deep into stoppage time. The draw leaves Crotone in mid-table in Serie C, while Cerignola remain in the hunt for a playoff spot with just a handful of matches remaining.