Padova had the better of Modena 3-1 in a friendly game. Modena was missing some of its stars (Ngapeth, Petric and Nikic out), while Padova played without Giannotti (slight ankle sprain). Milan and Averill were the star men of this sweet victory to start the New Year.

“It was important to start working to get in the rhythm after the break – said captain Santiago Orduna – We gained confidence bit by bit and in the end we won it. We want to improve on the first part of the season. We will have the key games at home, it will be important to make the most of it”. Padova and Modena will be at it again on Friday for another friendly.