Padova Youth Squads Set for Weekend of Matches

Padova’s youth teams are preparing for a busy weekend of competition, spanning various age groups and levels of play. From regional competitions to friendly matches, the Biancoscudati’s future stars will be in action across the Veneto region and beyond. This overview details the schedule for Padova’s youth teams on March 28th and 29th, 2026.

Primavera and Under-17 Teams Receive a Rest

The Padova Primavera squad, representing the club’s under-19 team, will have a weekend off, with a scheduled rest on Saturday, March 28th. Similarly, the Under-17 team will not be in action on Sunday, March 29th, allowing players to recover and prepare for upcoming challenges. These breaks are strategically placed within the season to manage player fatigue and optimize performance.

Under-16 and Under-15 Face Mantova in National Competition

Both the Under-16 and Under-15 teams will face Mantova in matches as part of the Campionato Nazionale Under-16 and Campionato Nazionale Under-15, respectively. The Under-16s will kick off at 4:00 PM on Sunday, March 29th, at the Centro Federale in Noventa Padovana. The Under-15s will precede them at the same venue, starting at 2:00 PM. These matches represent important opportunities for Padova’s young players to test themselves against a competitive opponent within the national youth structure.

Under-14s Host Dolomiti Bellunesi

The Under-14 team will host Dolomiti Bellunesi on Sunday, March 29th, at Stadio Appiani in Padova, with a kickoff time of 11:00 AM. This match is part of the 11th giornata of the Campionato Nazionale Under-14, marking a return fixture. The Stadio Appiani, a historic venue in Padova, will provide a fitting backdrop for this important youth encounter.

Multiple Friendly Matches for Younger Age Groups

Several of Padova’s younger age groups will participate in friendly matches this weekend, providing valuable game time and development opportunities. The Under-13s will play two friendlies: against Nettuno Lido on Saturday, March 28th, at 4:45 PM at Impianto Senza Frontiere in Abano Terme, and against Villafranca Veronese on Sunday, March 29th, at 3:00 PM at Impianto Via Viotti in Noventa Padovana. These matches allow coaches to experiment with tactics and offer players experience in competitive situations without the pressure of league standings.

Under-12s Travel to Legnago and Host Vigontina

The Under-12 team will split their weekend between a trip to Legnago and a home match. On Saturday, March 28th, they will travel to Antistadio Sandrini in Legnago to face Legnago Salus in a Fair Play competition match at 3:00 PM. Sunday will spot them host Vigontina S.P. At Impianto Vermigli in Padova, also at 3:00 PM, in a friendly encounter.

Under-11s Face Villafranchese and Lia Piave

Padova’s Under-11s will also participate in both competitive and friendly matches. They will travel to Villafranca Padovana on Saturday, March 28th, to face Villafranchese in a Camp Prov match at 5:45 PM. On Sunday, they will host Lia Piave at Impianto Senza Frontiere in Abano Terme at 3:00 PM in a friendly.

Under-10s and Under-9s in Action at Impianto Senza Frontiere

The Under-10 team will play two matches at Impianto Senza Frontiere in Abano Terme. They will face Mestrino United on Saturday, March 28th, at 3:00 PM in a Camp Prov match, and then host Villafranca Veronese on Sunday, March 29th, at 3:00 PM in a friendly. The Under-9s will also play at the Centro Federale in Noventa Padovana on Saturday, March 28th, hosting San Giorgio at 5:00 PM in a Camp Prov match. On Sunday, the Under-9s will participate in the Torneo Castenedolo in Castenedolo, Brescia, with matches scheduled from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

PFA Teams Compete in Regional Matches

Padova’s PFA (Perugia Football Academy) teams will also be in action. The Under-17 PFA team will host Nuovo Monselice on Sunday, March 29th, at 10:30 AM at the Centro Federale. The Under-15 PFA team will travel to Marano Venziano to face Galaxi at 11:30 AM. The Under-14 PFA team will host Arcella at 10:30 AM at Impianto Via Viotti in Noventa Padovana. The Under-13 PFA team will travel to Camposampiero to face United B.C. At 3:30 PM on Saturday, March 28th. Finally, the Under-12 PFA team will face Arcella at Impianto Vermigli in Padova at 3:00 PM on Saturday, March 28th.

This weekend represents a significant commitment to youth development for Padova Calcio, with teams across all age groups gaining valuable experience and contributing to the club’s long-term success. The diverse range of matches, from national competitions to friendly encounters, underscores the importance of providing opportunities for young players to hone their skills and represent the Biancoscudati with pride.

Next up for many of these teams will be the continuation of their respective league campaigns in early April. Keep an eye on the official Padova Calcio website for updated schedules and results.

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