Red and white on stage in San Nicola
Mr. Moreno Longo’s Bari is preparing to host Carrarese led by Mr. Calabro on the occasion of the midweek round valid for the 11th day of the Serie BKT championship scheduled at San Nicola starting from 8.30 pm.
For the game against the Tuscan Calabrians the red and white coach declares the first 3-5-2 with the defensive trio in front of Radunovic consisting of Pucino, Vicari and Mantovani; in the middle of the field Favasuli will act on the right with Dorval on the other front, Benali in front of the defense, Maita and Lella as midfielders and the duo Sibilli – Lasagna in attack.
Teams on the pitch at San Nicola: Bari in white kit with red inserts, guests in light blue shirt with yellow stripes, light blue shorts and socks with yellow edges
NEWS
52′ final whistle at San Nicola
52′ corner where Imperiale goes close to the big goal
52′ cross from the right by Capezzi, deflected, Radunovic had to concede the corner
47′ WARNING: yellow for Cherubini for a foul
CHANCE 46′ CARRARESE: guest counter attack, Shpendi tries to dig in front of Radunovic, overtaking the red and white goalkeeper
45′ 7′ extra time reported
45′ REQUESTED CHANGE: Belloni comes on in place of Cicconi
43′ VAR: after a long check it is reported that there is an offside position, the ball had crossed the goal line well
41′ WARNING: yellow for protests in Bellomo; A VAR check is expected
40′ OPPORTUNITY BARI: cross from Benali from the left, Oliveri header, Bleve somehow, Novakovich, the ball may have crossed the line
37′ CHANGES IN BARI: Novakovich and Obaretin come on for Lasagna and Mantovani
35′ WARNING: Yellow to Mantuani for a lie
Dirty ball 34′ in the area where Mantovani tries to go towards Bleve, careful to block him
32 BEHAVIOR CHANGES: Cherubini and Capezzi come on in place of Schiavi and Giovane
30′ WARNING: yellow for Lasagna for alleged simulation
28′ Oliveri dangerous with a cross from the right, the ball crosses the entire goal and Bleve clears it
24′ CHANGES IN BARI: Oliveri and Bellomo come on for Favasuli and Sibilli
19′ OPPORTUNITY BARI: Manzari runs on the right, a ball in the middle for Lasagna who splits, Bleve overcomes himself, then Sibilli doesn’t get the time to go towards the goal
BEHAVIOR CHANGES 16: Cerri and Shpendi come on instead of Panico and Finotto
14′ WARNING: yellow for Schiavi for objections
13′ Sibilli crosses from the left, Manzari heads it just wide
11′ Manzari challenges Bleve with a free kick, lively red and white protests for a hand allegedly touched in the area in an attempt to bring Sibilli back
7′ WARNING: yellow for Giovane for foul
3′ Maita crosses from the right, Dorval tries to turn it into the area, but no luck
1′ CHANGE BARI: Manzari comes on in place of Lella
The second half
47′ teams in the dressing rooms at San Nicola
46′ Mantovani heads a corner, Bleve blocks carefully
45′ 2′ extra time reported
42′ Zanon remains on the ground after a fight in the middle of the field with Dorval, medical workers on the field
38′ Carrarese make every effort on Bari’s approach very high, as they still try to weave their web
32′ Lasagna calls Benali to shoot from the edge, low right foot, Bleve and well placed
Clash 30′ from the air between Siblli and Schiavi, medical workers on the field
26′ Sibilli at 25 metres, gets a fake with his left foot and tries with his right hand ball, which is not far from the posts and Bleve is left motionless
21′ Schiavi again with a right foot shot from the edge, the ball far from the posts being defended by Radunovic
18′ Schiavi tries from outside the area, a high ball that ends up at the bottom
12′ Lella finds the opening for Lasagna who enters the area and looks for the crossbar with his right, ball behind him
10′ Take a careful shot – Sibilli’s cross from the left is deflected by Lasagna in the heart of the area
Excellent defensive cross 7′ by Favasuli who takes Finotto’s dangerous cross from the right
3′ Zuelli asks Radunovic from the edge to deflect for a corner
2 ‘Dangerous ball in the red and white area, Dorval and Benali manage to clear
1′ Out…the first ball played by Bari
9 a.m. BKT League: Bari-Carrarese 0-0
GoodMarkers:
Bari (3-5-2): Radunovic, Pucino, Vicari (c), Mantovani (37th Obaretin), Favasuli (24th Oliveri), Maita, Benali, Lella (1st Manzari), Dorval, Sibilli (24th Bellomo), Lasagna (Novakovich 37th)
Available: Pissardo, Sgarbi, Tripaldelli, Maiello, Simic, Saco
All. M. Longo
Carrarese (3-4-2-1): Bleve, Imperiale (c), Illanes, Panico (16’st Cerri), Ciconi (45’st Belloni), Zuelli, Schiavi (32’st Cherubini), Giovane (32′ st Capezzi), Coppolaro, Finotto (16’st Shpendi), Zanon
Available: Chirra, Oliana, Palmieri, Bouah, Capello, Guarino, Motolese
All. A. Calabro
Referee: Mr. Federico Dionisi (L’Aquila); assistants: Mr. Luigi Rossi (Rovigo) and Mr. Mattia Pascarella (Nocera Inferiore). Fourth Official: Filippo Colaninno (Nola). VAR: Giacomo Camplone (Pescara) AVAR: Salvatore Longo (Paola)
Booked: Giovane (C), Schiavi (C), Lasagna (B), Mantovani (B), Bellomo (B), Cherubini (C)
Expulsion:
Corners: 3-3
Rec.: 2’pt; 7th
Note:
San Nicola Stadium, Bari; partly cloudy sky, 20°C, good terrain; 14,603 spectators (7,154 season ticket holders; 62 away supporters)
Time.news Interview: Analyzing the Bari vs. Carrarese Match
Editor (Time.news): Good evening and welcome to this special interview segment at Time.news! Tonight, we have the pleasure of speaking with football analyst and expert, Dr. Luca Rossi, to discuss the recent Serie BKT clash between Bari and Carrarese. Thank you for joining us, Dr. Rossi!
Dr. Rossi: Thank you for having me! It’s great to be here to discuss such an exciting match.
Editor: Let’s dive right in. The match ended with a 0-0 draw. What did you think of Bari’s approach going into this game?
Dr. Rossi: Bari’s coach, Moreno Longo, chose a 3-5-2 formation, which indicates a tactical mindset focused on solid defense while trying to exploit counter-attacking opportunities. With a defensive trio of Pucino, Vicari, and Mantovani in front of Radunovic, they aimed to establish a sturdy backline against the high-pressing Carrarese.
Editor: Interesting approach indeed! How did the defensive setup hold up throughout the match?
Dr. Rossi: Generally, it was quite effective. Bari’s defense did a commendable job managing Carrarese’s attacking threats, especially during the key moments when they faced quick counters. However, they did allow a few dangerous opportunities that could have turned the tide if Carrarese had been more clinical.
Editor: Speaking of Carrarese, what did you think of their gameplay considering Bari’s defensive structure?
Dr. Rossi: Carrarese, coached by Mr. Calabro, was quite energetic in their efforts to press and maintain possession. They looked to create opportunities through their wide players but struggled to penetrate Bari’s solid defense. They generated a couple of promising chances but never really had a clear-cut opportunity to score.
Editor: The midfield battle often dictates the game’s pace. How do you rate the performances of Bari’s midfielders, especially Benali and Maita?
Dr. Rossi: Benali played a vital role in linking the defense and attack, acting as a shield in front of the backline. His ability to distribute the ball effectively under pressure was important for Bari. Maita, along with Lella, contributed to the midfield solidity, though their creativity needed a boost to create more goal-scoring opportunities. They often played too conservatively, which might have cost them in terms of offensive fluidity.
Editor: With high tactical stakes, there were quite a few cards issued during the game. What do you think influenced the refereeing decisions?
Dr. Rossi: Referee decisions can always influence a match’s flow. The number of yellow cards indicates a match with intense physicality and a fair share of disputes. Both teams weren’t shy about challenging each other, which can often lead to tensions on the pitch. The VAR interventions, particularly the offside call before a potential Carrarese goal, are becoming a regular part of the game and always add extra scrutiny.
Editor: What do you think both teams take away from this match as they look forward to their upcoming fixtures?
Dr. Rossi: For Bari, it’s crucial to build on their defensive success while finding more creativity in the midfield to convert dominance into goals. They need to strike a better balance between defense and attack. On the other hand, Carrarese can gain confidence from their defensive resilience, but they’ll need to sharpen their finishing and perhaps vary their attacking strategies to break down stubborn defenses.
Editor: Great insights, Dr. Rossi! Before we conclude, what are your predictions for their next games?
Dr. Rossi: It depends on how both teams adapt. Bari will want to assert themselves offensively while maintaining that solid defense. Carrarese will need to become more unpredictable in their attacking play. If both sides make the necessary adjustments, we could see a very entertaining series of matches in the future.
Editor: Thank you, Dr. Rossi, for your expert analysis and engaging conversation! We look forward to your insights in the upcoming rounds of the Serie BKT.
Dr. Rossi: Thank you for having me! I’m looking forward to the next matches and the excitement they bring.
Editor: And to our viewers, stay tuned for more insightful discussions on Time.news!