A bitter game from La Spezia, Modena pays dearly for the goal conceded as in Sassuolo near the end of the first series. In the second half, a few dangerous situations with Caso were not enough to grab an equaliser, the home team won by a narrow margin.
FIRST HALF. Spezia becomes insidious in the 20th minute, after an initial stage of stalemate: a corner scheme that leads Reca to a volley, Gagno clears it. The first yellow-blue ring in the 27th minute, Caso widens with a touch from the outside for Di Pardo, who shoots high from a tight angle first. A minute later Caso works the ball well to the left for Defrel, who hooks it on the edge of the area and finishes with a diagonal shot that goes out one meter wide. In the 39th minute the hosts pass, Salvatore Esposito reaches the goal and after winning a replay he serves Francesco Esposito, who scores two steps away.
THE SECOND HALF. Bisoli starts again with Idrissi and Battistella instead of Di Pardo and Botteghin. Battistella came close to equalizing in the 15th minute, with a header that went just wide after Palumbo’s free kick. A great opportunity in the 25th minute, Bozhanaj talks to Caso, who dribbles down through an opponent and shoots with his left foot from an excellent position, Gori saves himself. Gagno kept the gialloblù afloat in the 36th minute, deflecting Salvatore Esposito’s free kick onto the crossbar with a superb dive. In the 44th minute Caso was one more step away from 1-1, with a volley that went over the crossbar.
SPICE: Gori, Mateju, Hristov, Bertola, Elia, Nagy, S. Esposito, Degli Innocenti (28′ st Candelari), Reca (28′ st Wisnieski), F. Esposito (37′ st Soleri), Falcinelli (17’ st Di Serious). Trainer: D’Angelo.
MODENA: Gagno, Zaro, Botteghin (1′ st Idrissi), Caldara, Di Pardo (1′ st Battistella), Santoro, Gerli (24′ st Bozhanaj), Palumbo, Dellavalle (38′ st Duca), Caso, Defrel (24′ st Abiuso). Trainer: Bisoli.
CHARACTERISTICS: Rutella Enna. Assistants: Miniutti and Catalo. 4th officer: Ramondino. Our: Michael. Avar: Marina.
MARKS: 39′ pt Esposito F. (S).
WARNING: 1′ st Battistella (M), 8′ st Dellavalle (M), 12′ st Reca (S), 26′ st Reca (S), 28′ st Di Serio (S), 33′ st Esposito F. (S) , 42′ st Nagy (S), 47′ st Duca (M).
Interview Between Time.news Editor and Football Expert
Time.news Editor: Welcome, and thank you for joining us today to discuss the recent match between Spezia and Modena. It was quite an intense game, wasn’t it?
Football Expert: Absolutely! The match showcased a real battle of wills. Spezia seemed to find their footing in the first half, especially with that important goal just before the break.
Time.news Editor: Right! It was a pivotal moment when Salvatore Esposito set up Francesco Esposito for that close-range goal. How crucial was that moment for Spezia?
Football Expert: That goal was definitely a turning point. It not only boosted Spezia’s morale but also put Modena on the back foot. Scoring right before halftime can shift the momentum significantly, and it did just that for Spezia.
Time.news Editor: Moving into the second half, Modena made a couple of substitutions to try and change their fortune. What do you think about Bisoli’s tactical changes?
Football Expert: The changes were definitely a strategic move. By bringing on Idrissi and Battistella, Bisoli aimed to inject more energy and creativity into the attack. However, even with their efforts, it seemed like they struggled to break down Spezia’s defense, who were resolute throughout the match.
Time.news Editor: Exactly. Despite a few dangerous situations, particularly with Caso leading the charge, Modena couldn’t find the back of the net. What does this say about their finishing capabilities?
Football Expert: It highlights a crucial area for improvement. While the opportunities were there, their execution was lacking. Football is a game of fine margins, and in this instance, they simply weren’t clinical enough. Caso had some promising moments, but there were instances where the final touches faltered.
Time.news Editor: The match ended with a narrow victory for Spezia, which in the grand scheme of the season could be significant. How important is it for teams to secure these types of wins, especially in a competitive league?
Football Expert: Very important! Securing points, especially in tightly contested matches, can be critical for building confidence and momentum. It can also have implications for league standings as the season progresses—every point counts, and close wins can be the difference in tight battles for playoffs or avoiding relegation.
Time.news Editor: As we wrap up, what can we expect from both teams moving forward? Can Modena bounce back after this setback?
Football Expert: I believe they can. Football is all about resilience, and this loss might just serve as a wake-up call for them. They have the talent to create chances; it’s about finding that clinical edge. As for Spezia, they’ll want to build on this performance and continue to capitalize on their opportunities to climb the league table.
Time.news Editor: Thank you for your insights! It will certainly be interesting to see how both teams adapt in their upcoming matches.
Football Expert: Thank you! It’s always a pleasure to discuss the beautiful game.