Mantova Beats Spezia 2-0, Deepening Serie B Relegation Crisis Despite Lapadula

Spezia suffered a 2-0 home defeat to Mantova, leaving the club at the bottom with 30 points from 34 matches.

“Gianluca Lapadula has not had one of his best seasons in football; between injuries and limited minutes, the Italian-Peruvian has suffered a lot this 2025-26”

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Gianluca Lapadula came on after halftime but was unable to change the team's fortunes.

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The defeat increased pressure on the squad and coaching staff.

Lapadula has not scored since October 29 and has totaled only three goals this campaign.

The club faces true finals to avoid direct relegation to Serie C.

Mantova asserted control early, with Bragantini opening the scoring in the 32nd minute.

Spezia's only clear approach in the first half came from Lapadula.

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Buso sealed the victory in the 72nd minute with a curling shot into the top corner.

A controversial moment saw Lapadula's shot strike a defender's arm but no penalty was given.

Mantova's win was their third in four matches.

Lapadula has not managed to establish himself as a starter.

“Spezia Calcio, still fighting to avoid relegation, suffered another defeat in Serie B, falling 2-0 at home to Mantova”

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He has scored only three goals this season.

His lack of continuity has generated frustration.

The club recognizes the importance of recovering his best form.

The defeat represented another emotional and sporting blow.