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QwenAI-written editorial preview · updated 2026-09-03 20:44 UTC
Stiven Shpendi leads Empoli into heated derby at Stadio Dei Marmi
Stiven Shpendi arrives at the Stadio Dei Marmi as the focal point of the Empoli attack, carrying a prolific run of five goals in his last nine appearances. His ability to find space will be the primary concern for a Carrarese defensive unit looking to find its rhythm in the early stages of the Serie B season.
Carrarese enter this matchday 3 encounter with a squad that has only just been finalized. The late addition of four new players suggests that the team is still in a phase of integration, with manager and staff likely balancing the need for chemistry against the urgency of securing points. The public presentation of the squad to supporters earlier this week has only heightened the anticipation for what is being framed as a significant local derby.
For the expected XI, Carrarese are likely to rely on the forward pairing of Fabio Abiuso and Moustapha Cisse to challenge the Empoli backline. The midfield trio of Nicolas Schiavi, Gabriele Parlanti, and Niccolo Belloni will be tasked with controlling the tempo in the center of the park. Empoli are expected to counter with their own attacking trident, featuring Stiven Shpendi flanked by Filippo Distefano and Edoardo Saporiti, supported by a midfield anchored by Gerard Yepes.
Carrarese have found the opening weeks of the campaign challenging, coming off a hard-fought draw against Ascoli Calcio 1898 FC and a narrow defeat to Mantova. Empoli arrive in Carrara following a difficult result against Mantova, though they did secure a victory over Cremonese just a week prior. The head-to-head record provides an intriguing backdrop, as Carrarese claimed a dominant 3-0 victory in their most recent meeting in January 2026, while the previous clash in September 2025 ended in a 2-2 stalemate.
With the emotional weight of a local derby and the pressure of early-season points, the match is expected to be a high-intensity affair. Carrarese will look to leverage the home atmosphere to disrupt Empoli’s rhythm, while the visitors will aim to feed Shpendi early to silence the crowd. The battle between the Carrarese defensive line and the sharp movement of the Empoli forwards will likely dictate the outcome of this contest.
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