The game ends. The Vanni Sanna game was also a bitter evening for Perugia, who had to suffer their second defeat in a row in three days, this time completely undeserved. The performance of the red and whites was a completely different performance compared to last Sunday, but what decided the result was some carelessness, such as the goal that opened the game, and the incident of the new advantage of the Sardinians, thanks to Gemello, deceived by a fake bounce on the ball. Torres won 2-1 and is successful at home after more than two months. Thank you all for following our live broadcast, see you next time.
6′ of extra time was granted
90′ Seghetti booked for wrong play
89′ Zecca escapes to the right and tries to beat Gemello, Mezzoni takes the ball from behind
88′ Nanni can close the game, but she hits high from a good place on the bank of Goglino
86′ two more changes for Torres: Goglino for Fischneller and Masala for Varela
85′ Fischnaller booked for foul on Mezzoni
84′ Bartolomei shot down well from behind Zaccagni
83 ‘ Zauli throws Polizzi and Marconi into the fray: Matos and Leo make way for them
77′ Torres takes the lead again: Fischnaller surprises Gemello again with a long left foot shot that bounces off Gemello and ends up inside
Double change 76′ for Grifo: Bacchin and Viti replace Lisi and Plaia respectively
73′ Nanni and Zecca join Torres for Diakite and Zambataro respectively
71′ Lisi sees that Matos is sent in on the right, but he is unable to finish effectively
67′ Lisi replaces Zaccagno and it’s 1-1
Penalty kick 66′ for Perugia: the referee deems that Mercadante’s handball on a shot by Montevago deserves the maximum penalty
65′ Torres could have doubled the lead: a free kick from Mastinu finds Varela in an advantageous position but his finish is not precise and misses the bottom
63′ Perugia responds with Seghetti for Ricci
61′ Brentan is in Torres instead of Giorico
59′ Lisi tries a shot, misses completely
55′ Again a step away from Grifo equalizing: Montevago tackles a defender who brings him down. Just when Ricci starts without fail with his left foot, with another great save from Zaccagno, the referee whistles loudly for an attack.
53′ Perugia very close to scoring: Montevago goes around his marker and shoots the diagonal shot, Zaccagno needs a miracle to avoid a 1-1 draw
The game starts again without representatives from both sides
The first half ends with Torres leading 1-0. The goal was decided by the “normal” Fischnaller, who took advantage of the only distraction from the visiting defense, unusual due to the unexpected absence of Angella, who was injured in the warm-up. The red and whites did not fail to build interesting situations, without being intrusive though. See you later for the news of the second half of the race.
1′ of extra time was granted
39 ‘insidious free kick from Bartolomei, Zaccagno is not surprised and deflected into a corner
35′ Plaia booked for a foul on Diakite
31′ Grifo’s long action ends with a high shot from Torrasi
27′ Guiebre receives a yellow for a foul on Mezzoni who remains on the ground
25′ Torres takes the lead: after Guiebre’s cross, Fischnaller can strike unimpeded. 1-0
20′ Zambataro tries from distance, the ball goes wide
17′ Grifo close to scoring: from Bartolomei’s corner he breaks away from Matos in a spin and the ball comes out with a whirl
10′ the first danger comes from the red and white: on a free kick from Ricci, Plaia tries to break out and fails to find the goal. A ball that is not far from the defensive posts at Zaccagno
Parties
8.29pm – news in the Grifo lineup: Angella had a muscle problem in the warm-up, Leo plays, making his debut in the red and white
The official lines: Zauli puts himself “in the mirror”
TORRES (3-4-1-2): Zaccagno; Fabriani, Dametto, Mercadante; Zambataro, Mastinu, Giorico, Guiebre; Varela; Diacite, Fischnaller. Available Petriccione, Petricciuolo, Brentan, Coccolo, Liviero, Masala, Scotto, Idda, Goglino, Casini, Antonelli, Nanni, Zecca. Greco
PERUGIA (3-4-1-2): Twins; Plaia, Leo, Giraudo; Mezzoni, Torrasi, Bartolomei, Lisi; Ricci; Matos, Montenegro. Available Albertoni, Yimga, Viti, Souare, Squarzoni, Giunti, Polizzi, Bacchin, Seghetti, Palsson, Di Maggio, Sylla, Marconi. All
Lamberto Zauli immediately surprises him by placing himself “in the mirror” with his colleague Greco. There are three in defense with Plaia, Angella and Giraudo; four midfield men with Mezzoni, Torrasi, Bartolomei and Lisi; the news was also in attack with Ricci behind Matos and Montevago. People like Giunti and Seghetti start on the bench. All confirmed by Torres, with Varela supporting Diakite and Fischnaller.
Will it be a true relaunch?
After the great shock, Perugia is forced to start over. So that the situation does not become even more complicated. In Sassari we play for the midweek round at the end of October, before the two consecutive away games scheduled in the calendar (the next one is next Sunday in Legnago) where as many points as possible will be necessary can get for a raise. a ranking that is anonymous to say the least.
The first obstacle is Torres, who was already the protagonist of a very respectable championship last year and whose aim, having kept her spine almost intact, is to repeat herself.
The Sassari side, who continue to be in the highest areas of the table, are looking to get their home win back after two months. The alignment required by Alfonso Greco, who is considering a relaunch, should almost certainly change Zambataro’s job e Joseph Mastin in the middle of a field. The captain is absent Luigi Scotto and the defendant Nicolo Antonelli.
For Lamberto Zauli, therefore, baptism was anything but easy. The new coach, who has been asked to turn around this very volatile trend, should not make significant changes, and the possible employment as owner Daniel Leowho he knows well after training in Crotone, instead Peter Amorannot yet available. Up front the trio Seghetti – Montevago – Lisi can be used.
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Lineups likely
TORRES (3-4-1-2): Zaccagno; Fabriani, Coccolo, Mercadante; Zambataro, Mastinu, Giorico, Guiebre; Varela; Diacite, Fischnaller. Available Petriccione, Petricciuolo, Idda, Casini, Masala, Dametto, Antonelli, Scotto, Goglino, Liviero, Zecca, Brentan. Greco A.
PERUGIA (4-3-3): Twins; Mezzoni, Angela, Leo, Giraudo; Giunti, Bartolomei, Torrasi; Seghetti, Montevago, Lisi. Available Albertoni, Yimga, Viti, Plaia, Souare, Squarzoni, Di Maggio, Polizzi, Bacchin, Matos, Palsson, Ricci, Sylla, Marconi. All
Interview between Time.news Editor and Football Expert
Time.news Editor (TNE): Good afternoon, everyone. Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Marco Rossi, a sports performance analyst and football strategist to discuss last night’s match between Perugia and Torres, which saw Perugia suffer a disappointing 2-1 defeat. Welcome, Dr. Rossi!
Dr. Marco Rossi (DMR): Thank you for having me. It’s great to be here.
TNE: Let’s dive right in, shall we? Perugia’s performance seemed to vary greatly from their previous match. What can you attribute this inconsistency to?
DMR: Absolutely, it’s puzzling. Inconsistencies like these often stem from a combination of factors including player morale, tactical adaptability, and situational pressure during games. Last night, it appeared that while Perugia had moments of brilliance, they were hampered by lapses in concentration—most notably leading to Torres’ first goal.
TNE: Right, and talk to us about that first goal. There were mentions of carelessness in defense. How crucial is mental focus in such high-stakes games?
DMR: It’s paramount. In football, especially in tight matches like this, moments of negligence can be punished sharply. The red and whites seemed caught off guard with the Torres goal due to a lack of communication and awareness. These missteps often come from nervousness and pressure, especially after a series of disappointing results.
TNE: You mentioned player morale. How do you think Perugia’s recent performances have impacted the team’s confidence going into the match?
DMR: A team on a losing streak can experience a dip in confidence, which can amplify pressure. Players may second-guess their instincts, leading to hesitancy on the pitch. You could see glimpses of this in how they approached their offensive plays last night—there were promising opportunities, yet they struggled to convert those into meaningful chances.
TNE: After the game, it was noted that the absence of defender Angella due to injury was significant. How does losing a key player affect a team’s dynamic when they’re mid-game?
DMR: Losing a key defender like Angella can be detrimental, as it disrupts the established chemistry and game plan. It forces tactical changes that may not be practiced regularly, which is evident in defensive organization. Torres capitalized on this by exploiting the gaps left by Perugia’s makeshift defensive lineup.
TNE: The game featured several substitutions. How important are these tactical changes during a match, especially in terms of altering momentum?
DMR: Substitutions can dramatically influence a game’s tempo and strategy. A well-timed substitution can refresh the side, injecting energy and perhaps addressing specific weaknesses seen in the first half. However, if not executed wisely—as was the case with some of Perugia’s changes—the impact can be minimal.
TNE: Looking ahead, what do you think Perugia needs to focus on for their upcoming matches, particularly with back-to-back away games approaching?
DMR: Perugia needs to regain that sense of confidence and focus that they seem to be lacking. They should work on strengthening their defensive communication and decision-making under pressure. Beyond that, their attacking unit needs to develop more fluidity and efficiency in front of the goal to capitalize on any chances they create.
TNE: Lastly, with Torres now having broken their winless streak at home, what does that say about their campaign going forward?
DMR: It’s a vital morale boost for Torres. Winning at home after such a long gap not only enhances their confidence but also solidifies team unity. They already had a good framework established from last season; combining that with newfound confidence can make them formidable in the matches ahead.
TNE: Thank you, Dr. Rossi, for your insights today. The world of football is as exciting as ever!
DMR: Thank you for having me. Excited to see how the season unfolds!
