Another win, three more goals under their belt, one more week – or two, given the break next weekend – to spend watching the rest of the team from top to bottom. Leaders Pisa met Sampdoria with personality and authority and secured their second consecutive victory.
Three changes compared to Sunday’s sensational victory in Cremona and the same spirit: Pippo Inzaghi Pisa league leaders have a concentration of competitive anger and technical quality that shines even in the presence of Sampdoria. The Nerazzurri leave the dribbling to the guests and every time they have the opportunity they open the throttle and go vertical. So came great opportunities for Lind (dirty left foot that Vismara took) and Tourè (powerful but imprecise right foot). When Sampdoria’s defense seems to have found the right moves to relieve Pisa’s pressure, they are pressed again in their own back court and disappear on Lind’s fortuitous tap. The ball is not cleared, it bounces three times in the area before the Dane manages to send it with his belly into the net. And before the break there was space to throw another goal: Moreo flew into the open field but face to face with Vismara, he opened his left foot too much and missed the goal.
The Blucerchiati try to fight the second half with determination, but the prize-winning team ‘Tramoni – Lind’ manages to move, winning the ball back in the middle of the pitch and bursting towards the goal. A perfect ball from the Dane, the number 11 swells the net with his left foot and runs under North. Sottil from the visiting bench throws all his strikers into the field, but it goes no further than a right-footed shot from Meulensteen’s well-placed effort which is isolated from the Pisan defensive wall. And just when the Nerazzurri suggest that they slow down their engines due to fatigue, they find the remaining energy to destroy their prey. Angori from the edge with his left foot guesses the far corner and gets the party started.
The game
After the great victory of Cremona, a whole city together with its province tries to abandon itself to a very sweet dream. Pisa deserve to be at the top of the table and will want to continue their solo run by challenging Sampdoria. The opponent is very famous and has the state of luxury opportunities, with the Curva Nord and it is sold out in all orders of seats.
Mister Inzaghi rides the wave and confirms the formation that won Zini as a whole, suggesting only one change for each department. Rus returns to the defense, with Angori on the left wing and Lind positioned in the center of the attack. It was the Dane who was ahead of the left-hander after eleven turns of the ball. Piccinini’s ball-to-the-ground action to unmark Lind in the area is fantastic: number 45 crosses with his left foot but Vismara counters with his leg.
The tactical score is the one that best highlights the Nerazzurri’s qualities: Samp maneuvers, Pisa accelerates at full speed every time they win the ball back. Like the 16th minute, when Tourè runs the transition straight into the area: high right foot from a tight angle. The approach works and although the opponents manage to reduce the pressure for a few minutes with a dribble lacking rhythm, in the 32nd minute they fail again when Tourè draws a low shot from the right that Piccinini, in the middle areas. a little late.
But the goal arrives in the most random and unexpected way. Angori delivers a free kick in the center of the area, Dori’s defense misses the save several times and the recovery hits Lind’s belly, who explodes the 9,000 players of the Arena with the most unusual part of the tapes in. There was no time to compose himself before Moreo had the chance to double his lead on the left. Another defensive mistake by Sampdoria opens up the entire half of the field to sprint number 32, but he sends it to the outside of the net in front of the goalkeeper.
Nerves were almost entirely under the visitor’s control: Akinsanmiro collected Semper’s rebound from 25 meters and grazed the post. It is the last note that ends in the notebook before the break, and the first goal of the second half still bears the colors of Blucerchiati. Kasami ‘sets the table’ for Tutino, who tickles Semper with his right hand.
But it’s just smoke and no fire. To that end, another ball is needed in midfield, which Tramoni and Lind transform into a deadly counter-attack. The Dane works the cut to the number 11 with the tachometer, who beats Vismara on the way out and scores the second goal with the low shot to the left. As in the first half, this time too Samp reacts with pride and Meulensteen on the right has the opportunity to shorten the distance from inside the area: the Nerazzurri defense is a fortress and push away.
However, it is precisely at this point that Superpippo’s training quality comes out. Despite the lactic acid, the Nerazzurri were still flowing and in the 85th minute they put the long umbrella over the game. The action develops on the left wing, where Abildgaard has time to raise his head and aim for a free Tourè at the far post. The Germans tames the ball and serve Angori, left alone on the edge of the area. The number 3 takes aim and fishes the far corner for the ultimate win.
The scoreboard
Pisa-Sampdoria 3-0
Pisa (3-4-2-1): Always; Rus, Caracciolo, Canestrelli (87′ Calabresi); Tourè, Marin, Piccinini (74′ Abildgaard), Angori; Tramoni (65′ Hojholt), Moreo (74′ Mlakar); Lind (65′ N. Bonfanti). Trainer for Inzaghi
Sampdoria (3-5-2): Vismara; Bereszynski, Romagnoli, Vulikic (82’ Benedetti); Depaoli (60′ Sekulov), Akinsanmiro, Meulentseen, Kasami (60′ Pedrola), Giordano (82′ La Gumina); Tutino, Coda (24′ Borini). Thin Aluminum
Nets: 38′ Lind (P), 52’ Tramoni (P), 85′ Angori (P)
Booked: Canestrelli (P), Borini (S), Marin (P), Bereszynski (S)
Notes: referee Luca Pairetto; corners 2-5 (2-1); recovery 2′ and 3′
Interviewer: Welcome to Time.news! Today, we have a special guest, football analyst and coach, Marco Rossi, joining us to discuss the recent thrilling match between Pisa and Sampdoria. Marco, thank you for being here!
Marco Rossi: Thank you for having me! It’s always a pleasure to talk about the beautiful game.
Interviewer: Let’s dive right in. Pisa showcased a dominant performance against Sampdoria, securing their second consecutive victory. What do you think has changed for Pisa under Coach Pippo Inzaghi’s management?
Marco Rossi: Inzaghi has instilled a sense of discipline and urgency in the squad. The players are not just showing technical skill; they’re displaying a competitive spirit that is essential for success at this level. Their transition from defense to attack is lightning-quick, which catches opponents off-guard.
Interviewer: Absolutely! They seemed to control the game and display a relentless energy, particularly in the first half. Could you break down their strategy against Sampdoria?
Marco Rossi: Definitely. Pisa invited pressure from Sampdoria, allowing them to dribble but then immediately pouncing on any opportunity to counter-attack. This approach created great chances for players like Lind and Tourè. It’s a classic game plan of soaking up pressure and then exploiting space quickly, which they executed brilliantly.
Interviewer: We saw some key moments in the game, including Lind’s fortunate goal. How important are these kinds of ”lucky” goals in a team’s overall momentum?
Marco Rossi: Often, goals like Lind’s can change the entire complexion of a match. They can boost the team’s morale while also demoralizing the opposition. In this case, it validated Pisa’s aggressive style and increased their confidence, allowing them to play with more freedom.
Interviewer: Even though Pisa went into the break leading, Sampdoria attempted to rally in the second half. What did you make of their response?
Marco Rossi: Sampdoria did show determination, especially early in the second half. However, they struggled to create substantial chances against a well-organized Pisa defense. Their attempts seemed isolated and lacked fluidity. Football is all about teamwork, and they couldn’t string together the necessary passes to penetrate Pisa’s backline.
Interviewer: Conversely, Pisa found that extra gear later in the game, finishing with a flourish. What does this indicate about their physical and mental preparation?
Marco Rossi: It’s a testament to their conditioning and mental fortitude. As the game wore on, Pisa maintained their intensity, demonstrating their physical readiness to outlast their opponents. Mental resilience also plays a big role because knowing they can push through fatigue adds to their competitive edge.
Interviewer: With this win, Pisa is sitting at the top of the league. How do you see their season unfolding from here? Can they maintain this momentum?
Marco Rossi: If they can keep their key players injury-free and maintain the current form, I see no reason why they can’t remain competitive. Inzaghi’s approach, combined with the team’s chemistry, gives them a solid foundation. However, maintaining consistency is crucial – every team will be aiming to take points off the leaders.
Interviewer: Such insightful analysis, Marco! Before we wrap up, what’s one key takeaway for fans watching Pisa right now?
Marco Rossi: Enjoy the ride! This team is playing with passion and purpose. As a fan, it’s exciting to witness a squad that not only aims for victory but embodies the spirit of unity and determination. Their performances are a joy to watch!
Interviewer: Thank you, Marco, for your time and insight today. We look forward to seeing how Pisa continues their journey in the league.
Marco Rossi: Thank you! I appreciate the opportunity to discuss this vibrant league and Pisa’s promising campaign.