| Date | R | Home v Away | - |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/24 18:45 | 5 |
[14] Atalanta U23 v Pro Vercelli
[11] 
|
2-0 |
| 09/24 16:30 | 5 |
[15] Pro Sesto v Arzignano Valchiampo
[16] 
|
0-1 |
| 09/24 16:30 | 5 |
[13] Legnago Salus v Renate
[7] 
|
1-0 |
| 09/24 16:30 | 5 |
[3] Padova v Virtus Verona
[2] 
|
2-0 |
| 09/24 16:30 | 5 |
[1] Mantova v Albinoleffe
[12] 
|
3-1 |
| 09/24 14:15 | 5 |
[4] Vicenza v US Pergolettese
[7] 
|
1-0 |
| 09/24 12:00 | 5 |
[20] Novara v Giana Erminio
[18] 
|
1-1 |
| 09/24 12:00 | 5 |
[17] US Fiorenzuola v Trento
[5] 
|
2-1 |
| 09/24 12:00 | 5 |
[19] Alessandria v Lumezzane
[9] 
|
0-3 |
| 09/24 12:00 | 5 |
[14] Pro Patria v Triestina
[8] 
|
0-3 |
| 09/20 18:45 | 4 |
[1] Virtus Verona v Vicenza
[2]
|
1-1 |
| 09/20 18:45 | 4 |
[8] Renate v Atalanta U23
[10]
|
1-0 |
| 09/20 18:45 | 4 |
[16] Giana Erminio v Mantova
[3]
|
0-2 |
| 09/20 18:45 | 4 |
[5] Padova v Novara
[19]
|
2-0 |
| 09/20 16:30 | 4 |
[4] Trento v Legnago Salus
[12]
|
1-1 |
| 09/20 16:30 | 4 |
[15] Lumezzane v US Fiorenzuola
[13]
|
2-0 |
| 09/20 16:30 | 4 |
[20] Arzignano Valchiampo v Alessandria
[18]
|
1-0 |
| 09/20 16:30 | 4 |
[9] Pro Vercelli v Pro Sesto
[14]
|
0-0 |
| 09/20 16:30 | 4 |
[17] Albinoleffe v Pro Patria
[11]
|
3-1 |
| 09/19 16:30 | 4 |
[8] US Pergolettese v Triestina
[6]
|
2-1 |
| 09/17 16:30 | 3 |
[18] Novara v Trento
[7]
|
0-3 |
| 09/17 16:30 | 3 |
[11] Legnago Salus v Virtus Verona
[2]
|
1-4 |
| 09/17 16:30 | 3 |
[5] Vicenza v Lumezzane
[13]
|
1-0 |
| 09/17 16:30 | 3 |
[17] Alessandria v Padova
[6]
|
1-2 |
| 09/17 16:30 | 3 |
[19] US Fiorenzuola v Albinoleffe
[16]
|
2-1 |
| 09/17 14:15 | 3 |
[12] Pro Patria v Arzignano Valchiampo
[20]
|
1-1 |
| 09/16 18:45 | 3 |
[12] Triestina v Pro Vercelli
[3]
|
2-0 |
| 09/16 16:30 | 3 |
[5] Mantova v Pro Sesto
[13]
|
2-0 |
| 09/16 16:30 | 3 |
[9] US Pergolettese v Renate
[6]
|
0-0 |
| 09/15 18:45 | 3 |
[15] Atalanta U23 v Giana Erminio
[14]
|
3-2 |
Teams
Renate
Giana Erminio
Albinoleffe
Alessandria
Novara
Pro Vercelli
Piacenza
AC Feralpisalo
Padova
Mantova
Olbia
Carrarese
Arezzo
Pistoiese
Pontedera
Triestina
Lumezzane
Lucchese
Como
Robur Siena
Livorno
Sudtirol
Pordenone
Cremonese
Pro Piacenza
Cuneo
Legnago Salus
Prato
Viterbese
Bassano
Racing Roma
Lupa Roma
Tuttocuoio
Venezia
Virtus Entella
Gavorrano
Cittadella
Cosenza
Reggina
Casertana
Fidelis Andria
Sambenedettese
Maceratese
Taranto
Juve Stabia
Fondi
Vibonese
Catania
Paganese
Monopoli
Wikipedia - Serie C
The Serie C (Italian pronunciation: [ˈsɛːrje ˈtʃi]), officially known as Serie C NOW for sponsorship purposes, is the third-highest division in the Italian football league system after the Serie B and Serie A. The Lega Italiana Calcio Professionistico (Lega Pro) is the governing body that operates the Serie C.
The unification of the Lega Pro Prima Divisione and the Lega Pro Seconda Divisione as Lega Pro Divisione Unica (often also abbreviated as Lega Pro) in 2014 reintroduced the format of the original Serie C that existed between 1935 and 1978 (before the split into Serie C1 and Serie C2). In May 2017, the Lega Pro assembly unanimously approved renaming the competition to its original name, Serie C.
History
A third division above the regional leagues was first created in Italy in 1926, when fascist authorities decided to reform the major championships on a national basis, increasing the number of teams participating by promoting many regional teams from the Third Division (Terza Divisione) to the Second Division (Seconda Divisione).
A new league running this Second Division, the Direttorio Divisioni Inferiori Nord (Northern Directory of Lower Divisions) was set up in Genoa, while football activity in the southern part of the country was run by the Direttorio Divisioni Inferiori Sud which later became the Direttorio Meridionale (Southern Directory). These leagues did not last long; after another reform they were disbanded between 1930 and 1931. Some bigger clubs who owned large pitches with dimensions of 100x60 metres were promoted to the First Division (Prima Divisione); a league defined and structured as the "National Championship".
The Second Division had no relegations to regional leagues as most teams were reelected at the beginning of each new season. Once a critical threshold was reached the Italian federation decided to close the two leagues and move all teams to the "Direttori Regionali" (Regional Committees) so that the labour-intensive job of organisation was delegated to more efficient and organised regional staff.
The most successful teams coming from the Second Divisions in 5 years (from 1926–27 to 1930–31) composed 6 ever-growing sections of the First Division (Prima Divisione) which at the beginning had just a few teams in just one section from southern Italy.
This championship was organized by the same league governing Serie A and Serie B (the "Direttorio Divisioni Superiori"), even if, as opposed to the two higher divisions, it was structured in local groups with geographical criteria. The number of clubs belonging to the Prima Divisione continued to increase every year, until FIGC decided to rename it Serie C (at the beginning of the 1935–36 season) while a subsequent large reduction in 1948 led to the creation of a sole national division in 1952–53.
The reform that created the actual league was decided by Bruno Zauli in 1959 as he built on the incomplete work started by the former president Ottorino Barassi to make professional football fully recognised and organised. While Lega Calcio had a stated mission of organising professional and national divisions, the new Lega Nazionale Semiprofessionisti based in Florence had to regulate the two semiprofessional and subnational divisions: Serie C and Serie D, with the first one adopting a format of three groups of 20 teams each. In 1978 the semiprofessional sector was abolished; Serie D became an amateur section while Serie C was divided into two professional divisions (Serie C1 and Serie C2), and the league changed its name to Lega Professionisti Serie C. On 20 June 2008, the league was restructured and took its current name Lega Italiana Calcio Professionistico.
After the league reform of 2014, the two previous divisions of Lega Pro Prima Divisione and Lega Pro Seconda Divisione were ultimately merged into a new league; the Lega Pro Divisione Unica or more informally addressed as just Lega Pro. This is the league structure currently in operation; comprising 60 teams that are divided geographically in three groups of 20 each. At the end of each season, four teams are promoted to Serie B (three group winners, plus one coming from a promotion playoff involving the three group runners-up). Meanwhile, nine teams are relegated to Serie D: the last-placed team from each group go down directly, whereas teams between 16th and 19th from each group place play a relegation playoff (officially referred to as play-out), with the two losing teams from each group also relegated.
In May 2017, the Lega Pro assembly unanimously approved the return to the original name Serie C. The 2017–18 Serie C season includes 19 teams in each of the three divisions after adjustments were made for excluded clubs.
The tournament features teams from various regions of Italy, including Lombardy, Piedmont, Liguria, and Aosta Valley, among others. These teams compete against each other in a round-robin format, playing home and away matches throughout the season.
The Italy Serie C Group A showcases some of the most talented and promising players in Italian soccer. Many of these players are young prospects looking to make a name for themselves and catch the attention of top-tier clubs. The tournament provides a platform for these players to showcase their skills and potentially earn a move to higher divisions.
The matches in the Italy Serie C Group A are known for their intensity and competitiveness. The teams battle it out on the field, displaying their tactical prowess, technical abilities, and physical strength. The matches often feature fast-paced action, skillful dribbling, precise passing, and spectacular goals.
The tournament also holds great significance for the participating teams as they vie for promotion to the higher divisions. The top teams in the Italy Serie C Group A have the opportunity to advance to Serie B, the second-highest level of professional soccer in Italy. This adds an extra layer of excitement and motivation for the teams and their fans.
The Italy Serie C Group A is followed by passionate soccer enthusiasts across Italy and beyond. The matches draw large crowds, creating an electric atmosphere in the stadiums. Fans come together to support their favorite teams, chanting, singing, and waving flags to show their unwavering loyalty.
Overall, the Italy Serie C Group A is a thrilling and competitive soccer tournament that showcases the best of Italian football. It provides a platform for young talents to shine and offers an exciting journey for teams aiming for promotion.