A minute more injury time was fatal for Pisa, who saw a fully deserved result at his hands but was made in vain by two individual exploits of his opponent. If we were waiting for a technical and character response after teh victory in chatrú Rua,we had it: Inzaghi’s team overpowered Cosenza,took a double lead and had a great series of chances to close the game.
Inzaghi’s team start with their foot on the accelerator and chase the clouds that have gathered after the victory in Chathrú Rua with two goals in the first half hour.After only 4′, the defense went to visit the Nerazzurri’s cover action: Vignato’s cross is a chocolate one that Lind throws a few meters from the goal. Piccinini then takes care of the former return to goal after Caracciolo’s header, who does well to deflect Angori’s cross with power. A minute before the break, the most beautiful action of the first half, with a plot completely perpendicular to the ball on the ground that unmarks Giovanni Bonfanti in front of Micai: a miracle from the Cosenza goalkeeper. At the other end, the only jolt came from Ricciardi, who took advantage of a confused move on the edge of the area with a diagonal shot that was blocked by Semper on the ground.
In the second half, Pisa continued to press with their heads down and produced a great series of scoring opportunities.Vignato, Arena, then again the ‘pocket’ attacker who takes full advantage of Lind’s powerful acceleration and wins the penalty kick. Marin goes from the spot and interferes with the run, slips and the ball is caught twice. The referee is therefore forced not to validate the goal. There is another great chance for Piccinini who fails to repeat the goal from three meters, and in the last quarter of the game the guests who have two separate spells find a game that is not much deserved. Mazzocchi first, and then Fumagalli in the second minute of extra time sends an uncatchable missile into the top corner.
The game
The Nerazzurri trying to get back up. Inzaghi’s team take to the field with the intention of showing that last week’s game in Chatrú Rua was a temporary slip-up. In front of their fans, Pisa is trying to start racing again and stay glued to the leaders sassuolo.
There are several new elements in the starting line: the biggest is the inclusion of Giovanni Bonfanti in the defensive three after spending more than a month and a half laughing with his teammates from the bench. On the right Calabresi replaces the suspended Tourè, while Arena and Vignato hold the keys to the offensive maneuver behind Lind.
The Nerazzurri made things clear only 4′ after the kick-off. Pisa’s maneuver is covering, he moves the Cosenza defense from left to right and creates the gap on the right where Lind slips. The decisive cross comes from vignato, who goes from the left into the center of the area after the Danish representative was able to take aim and head towards the goal from two steps.Cosenza, a bit casual, managed to build a concrete response in the 9th minute.Ricciardi crosses low in the area, Semper stretches out and blocks with confidence.
Pisa did not allow themselves to be intimidated by the timid reaction of the Calabrians,they allowed Alvini’s team to maneuver and punished them for the second time in the 26th minute after a free kick won by Piccinini in the middle of the pitch. The ball reaches Angori, who takes Caracciolo from midfield in the heart of the area. The captain’s powerful shot is aimed at the corner: Micai makes a miracle, the post is a friend of Pisa because the recovery ends up right at the foot of Piccinini, who puts a simple tap into the net.
Inzaghi’s team goes on top of their game and proves it in the 41st minute with a great move led by Giovanni Bonfanti and Vignato. The defender anticipates an opponent and projects forward from midfield, offloading on the outside to vignato. The number 10 drops centrally and serves Arena: his initial support of the rossoblu defense slips away and allows Bonfanti to present himself face to face with Micari. The defender chooses the low cross, the goalkeeper works a miracle with his foot.
The second half opens with another great chance for Pisa. Caracciolo goes out on the short side of the area and serves as a pick-up for Vignato: the number 10 takes aim from the edge and fires a low shot with his right foot that ends up centimeters from the post, but Micai with excellent reflexes. it deflects along a corner. The Nerazzurri are a steamroller and just before the hour mark they won the penalty with the home’s strong point: a vertical restart driven by lind and finished by Arena’s swerve,brought down by a defender. Marin goes in the spot: the ball goes in after touching the crossbar, but the referee cancels it as the Romanian interferes with the duration.
The Nerazzurri did not hesitate and in the 64th minute they came close to scoring three goals. Another double restart from Lind, who serves Arena on the edge of the area: hit with the right, Micai puts his fist in and saves everything.Out of nowhere, however, the visitors found the spark that opened the game again. In the 72nd minute, Rizzo Pinna moved into the middle of the field and saw a Mazzocchi cut, which Caracciolo beat in time and Semper beat at the near post. Inzaghi runs for cover recalling Lind and Vignato to throw Nicholas Bonfanti and Hojholt into the rush.
The last minutes were lived with my heart in my mouth. Cosenza, with the enthusiasm of the goal, pours into the attacking half of the field, the Nerazzurri tighten their shirts to protect their lead. The defense led by the legendary Caracciolo fend off all attacks but can do nothing to the magic of Fumagalli, who grabs the joker from distance in the 92nd minute, sending the ball into the top corner leaving Semper immobile.
The scoreboard
Pisa-Cosenza 2-2
Pisa (3-4-2-1): Always; Canestrelli, Caracciolo, G. Bonfanti; Calabresi (81′ Rus), Marin, Piccinini (81′ Abildgaard), Angori; Arena (66′ Moreo), Vignato (76′ Hojholt); Lind (76′ N. Bonfanti).Trainer for Inzaghi
Cosenza (3-4-2-1): Micai; Dalle Mura (46′ Venturi), Caporale, Martino; Ciervo (46′ ricci), Charlys (59′ Sankoh), Kouan, Kourfalidis (59′ Mauri); Rizzo Pinna, Ricciardi (76′ Fumagalli); Mazzocchi. All Alvini
Goals: 5′ Lind (P), 26′ piccinini (P), 72′ Mazzocchi (C), 92′ Fumagalli (C)
booked: Dalle Mura (C), Micai (C), Ricci (C)
Notes: referee Marco Di Bello; corners 3-1 (0-0); 1′ and 5′ recovery; Marin (P) misses a penalty kick in the 59th minute
What were the key moments that led too Pisa’s downfall in the match against Cosenza?
Time.news Editor: Welcome to the interview, and thank you for taking some time to discuss the thrilling match between Pisa and Cosenza! To help us unpack the game, we have football analyst and former player, Dr.Marco Rossi. Marco, it sounds like Pisa had a strong start, but ultimately fell short. Can you give us your assessment of their performance?
dr. Marco Rossi: Thank you for having me! Yes, Pisa came out with a lot of energy, and their intent was clear—seeking to put behind them the defeat in chatrú Rua. Inzaghi’s team was aggressive right from the start, scoring two goals within the first half-hour. It was what they needed in front of their fans, and they generated a series of strong offensive plays, but as we saw, it’s how you finish that counts.
Time.news Editor: Absolutely! They had several opportunities to close out the game but seemed to fall short in execution. What do you think was the turning point in the second half when they failed to capitalize on their chances?
Dr. Marco Rossi: The penalty situation is a perfect example. Marin had the chance to extend their lead, but he stumbled, and the referee couldn’t validate the goal. That moment seemed to deflate the team’s momentum. additionally, they squandered another close chance when Piccinini missed from just three meters out.It’s those crucial moments that can define a match.
Time.news Editor: Its engaging how momentum can shift. Cosenza, on the other hand—despite facing pressure—managed to pull off a dramatic comeback.How did they manage to turn the tide towards the end?
Dr.Marco Rossi: Cosenza demonstrated resilience.Even when they were under pressure, they found two key opportunities in the final moments of the game. Mazzocchi’s first goal and then Fumagalli’s stunning shot in extra time were both well-executed and showed their ability to capitalize on the few chances they had. Sometimes in football, when you’re on the back foot, you can find space against a team that gets too confident on the offense.
Time.news Editor: That’s a vital point, Marco. We often see games turned on such moments. Looking at Pisa’s lineup, their tactical adjustments included Giovanni Bonfanti’s inclusion after a long time. What impact do you think that had on their performance?
Dr. Marco Rossi: Bonfanti’s inclusion in the defense was a bold move, especially considering he hadn’t played for a while. While he had moments of solidity,the defense as a whole seemed to struggle under pressure later in the game. It’s always tricky to integrate a player back into the fold, and even though he brought freshness, it also put a spotlight on collective defensive communication, which appeared lacking in the end.
Time.news Editor: communication is indeed key! After this match,what do you think both teams need to work on moving forward?
Dr. Marco Rossi: For Pisa, they definitely need to sharpen their finishing skills and maintain composure under pressure.Defensive association will also be critical to avoid last-minute heartbreaks. Conversely, Cosenza should focus on consistency. their ability to fight back is commendable,but they must find a way to sustain that energy and create opportunities rather than rely on late-game heroics.
Time.news Editor: Wise insights, Marco! Thank you for breaking down this interesting match.It’s always a pleasure to hear your thoughts on the gorgeous game. We look forward to seeing how both teams evolve as the season progresses.
Dr. Marco Rossi: Thank you for having me! I’m excited to see how the league unfolds and what’s in store for both teams.