Pisa will host Lecce at the Arena Garibaldi on Friday, May 1, 2026, in an important Serie A match. This game comes at a key moment in the season as both teams fight to secure safety in the final weeks of the campaign.
The importance of this match is very high for both sides. They are among the lowest scoring teams in Europe’s top five leagues. Lecce come into the game after a 0-0 draw against Hellas Verona, a result that kept them just above the relegation zone. Fans can watch highlights of that match on the Serie A official YouTube channel.
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Team News
Pisa also have injury problems and are still missing several key players as they continue their fight against relegation. They have lost 20 of their 34 matches this season.
AC Milan have suffered a major injury setback elsewhere in the league, with Luka Modric ruled out for the rest of the season after a double cheekbone fracture against Juventus. He has had surgery and may return in time for the 2026 World Cup.
There is also wider transfer talk in football. Reports suggest Jose Mourinho could return to Real Madrid, as Florentino Perez considers a major managerial change for next season. Report understands that these moves could change the European football landscape after the season ends.
Pisa are in poor form, while Lecce are also struggling for goals. Both teams will see this match as very important for survival.
Possible Lineups
Expected Pisa XI:
Semper, Caracciolo, Canestrelli, Calabresi, Leris, Vural, Aebischer, Akinsanmiro, Angori, Moreo, Meister.
Expected Lecce XI:
Falcone, Veiga, Siebert, Gabriel, Gallo, Ramadani, Coulibaly, Pierotti, Gandelman, Banda, Stulic.
Pisa may focus on a defensive approach to stop Lecce’s counter attacks. Lecce will depend on Nikola Krstovic to provide goals in a team that has struggled to score this season.
How to Watch
The match will be shown live in several regions. Viewers can watch on DAZN or through the Serie A Pass worldwide.
| Channel | Kickoff Time Local | Date |
|---|---|---|
| DAZN | 18:45 | May 1, 2026 |
| Sky Italia | 18:45 | May 1, 2026 |
| Paramount+ | 12:45 PM ET | May 1, 2026 |
Match Prediction
Softfootball predicts a 1-0 win for Pisa.
Both teams are struggling to score goals, which makes this a tight match. Pisa have a slight advantage at home, and set pieces could decide the game since both sides rely heavily on them for goals.
