Marco Paulmichl & Co. earned a point against Adriese. © P. Schwienbacher

FCO in the relegation battle: No win, but also no defeat

FC Obermais earned a point in their away match against Adriese. This point might prove invaluable in the end, but currently it seems like a drop in the ocean.

25 January 2026

From: cst

Adriese versus Obermais was a six-pointer in the relegation battle, a duel between two struggling teams, or in short: a final for both clubs in the fight to stay in Serie D. Losing was not an option, that applied to both teams. And so, what often happens in such cases unfolded: a goalless draw.

How important the point gained in Adria will be for FC Obermais at the end of the season remains to be seen. The fact is, given the South Tyrolean team's current situation, it's almost not enough. The gap to fourth-from-bottom Calvi Noale is already four points. However, FCO faces two more direct rivals in their next two matches: bottom-placed Portogruaro (at home) and Campodarsego (away).

FCO coach Toccoli fielded the same starting eleven as in the 2-0 home win a week ago. New signing Mamadou Ngom remained on the bench and came on for Nikolas Spalek after about an hour. However, the striker couldn't change the scoreline. A defeat against Adriese would have been devastating. Therefore, captain Martin Ciaghi and his teammates can probably live with the draw for now.

Serie D, 21th matchday

Adriese – Obermais 0:0

Bassano - Altavilla 0:0
Lignano - Legnago 2:2
Calvi Noale - Luparense 0:1
Campodarsego - Treviso 0:0
Cjarlins Muzane - Clodiense 0:1
Este - Mestre 0:0
Portogruaro - San Luigi 0:2
Vigasio - Conegliano 0:2