Cavese secured a vital victory, narrowly defeating Monopoli 1-0 in a hard-fought match that temporarily lifts them out of the relegation zone. The win, achieved with a gritty display of determination, provides a much-needed boost to the team’s survival hopes.
A Nail-Biter for Cavese
The narrow win against Monopoli offers a temporary reprieve from the relegation battle.
- Fusco scored the lone goal for Cavese in the 24th minute.
- Cavese played the final portion of the match with ten men after Fusco’s sending off.
- Monopoli also finished with ten players following Vinciguerra’s late expulsion.
- The victory allows Cavese to climb out of the playout zone, at least for now.
The match began with a cautious approach from both sides, each team prioritizing defensive solidity. Cavese broke the deadlock in the 24th minute following a throw-in, with Orlando setting up the play. Albertazzi initially blocked the attempt, but Fusco was quickest to react, slotting home the rebound for a 1-0 lead.
The second half saw a dip in technical quality, devolving into a physical battle, particularly in midfield. Monopoli attempted to control possession and find an equalizer, but struggled to create clear-cut chances. Cavese, in turn, focused on maintaining their shape and defending resolutely.
The 74th minute brought a turning point as Fusco received his second yellow card, reducing Cavese to ten men. Despite the numerical disadvantage, the team dug deep, repelling Monopoli’s attacks. In stoppage time, Monopoli’s hopes of a comeback were extinguished as Vinciguerra was also sent off.
The final whistle confirmed a hard-earned but crucial victory for Cavese, a result that could prove invaluable in their fight for survival. The team’s resilience and commitment were on full display throughout the contest.
CAVESE (3-5-2): Boffelli; Luciani, Cionek, Nunziata; Ubani, Orlando (32′ st Diarrassouba), Visconti, Maiolo (17′ st Munari), Yabre (17′ st Macchi); Minaj (17′ st Ubaldi), Fusco. Coach: Prosperi.
MONOPOLIES (3-5-2): Albertazzi; Angileri, Piccinini (22′ st Vinciguerra), Manzi; Valenti, Calcagni (11′ st Scipioni), Battocchio (38′ st Dudic), Fedel (38′ st Bordo), Antoni (11′ st Oyewale); Fall, Longo. Coach: Colombo.
REFEREE: Maccorin from Pordenone (assistants Iuliano-Scarpati, fourth official Liotta, FVS official Vitale).
NET: 24′ pt Fusco (C).
Booked: Fusco (C), Battocchio (M), Boffelli (C), Oyewale (M). Expelled: in the 28th minute Fusco (C) for a double yellow card, in the 51st minute Vinciguerra (M).
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