Five consecutive victories and another crucial three points in the standings. Rimini edged past Castenaso 1-0 thanks to a second-half goal from Carlini, widening the gap over its rivals.
At the Romeo Neri, 4,276 spectators were in attendance, including 3,779 season-ticket holders. Gadda’s side took nearly half an hour to find its rhythm. Carlini tried to catch Albieri off guard with a curling shot that sailed just over the bar. Shortly after, Fabbri tested the visiting goalkeeper.
Castenaso made its presence felt mainly at the start of the second half. In the 49th minute, Canova set up Monti, whose shot struck the outside of the post — a scare for the home side.
Rimini’s response came in the 56th minute, when Bertani, latching onto a flick-on from Carlini, failed to connect with a sliding effort.
A minute later came the goal that decided the match. Cicarevic received a through ball, worked it forward and laid it off for Carlini, who found the net for the 1-0 lead.
Rimini then looked to secure the result. Piazze went for goal with a header, but Albieri held firm. At the other end, Canova attempted a long-range effort that sailed over the crossbar.
Late on, Cicarevic came close to doubling the lead twice — first with a shot saved by the goalkeeper, then capitalizing on a misplaced back pass from the visiting defense.
The match ended 1-0. Rimini keeps winning and strengthens its position in the standings, confirming the strong form of Gadda’s squad.
