Benevento vs Crotone Prediction 05.01.2026 | Serie C

Currently strutting at the top of the Serie C – Group C standings with 41 points to their name, Benevento are enjoying a campaign of remarkable dominance, making their intentions for promotion to the second tier crystal clear.

The foundation of their impressive season has been an almost impenetrable home record. The statistics speak volumes: eight wins, a solitary draw, and zero defeats at Stadio Ciro Vigorito, transforming their ground into a fortress that few have dared to challenge.

Complementing their explosive attacking unit – netting at least four goals in three of their last four third-tier encounters – the Sorcerers have also showcased remarkable defensive resilience, keeping opponents off the scoresheet in each of their last three league fixtures.

However, all is not without concern. Experienced defender Giacomo Ricci has missed the last two league games for undisclosed reasons, while joint top-scorer Francesco Salvemini remains sidelined, continuing his recovery from a long-term injury that has kept him out since late October.

In contrast, Crotone may not be enjoying a season as dominant as their Monday night hosts, but they remain very much in the conversation for a playoff push, currently sitting sixth in the league standings with a modest 28 points earned.

Their recent form has been a mixed bag, starting with a heavy two-goal defeat at Catania in early December, before bouncing back with a solid 2-0 victory over Casarano and following it up with a 1-1 draw against Latina the following week.

Concerns mount ahead of this challenging trip to the league leaders, as Crotone’s away form has raised some red flags: they have failed to win in their last five road outings and have drawn four of those away matches.

In terms of absences, experienced 33-year-old right-back Cristian Andreoni remains sidelined since mid-November due to an undisclosed injury, leaving coach Emilio Longo with just one confirmed injury concern for what promises to be a tough Monday night test.