The Coppa Italia has once again served up thrilling football as the round of 32 has come to a dramatic close! Genoa and Torino have triumphed, securing their spots in the last 16, while fans eagerly anticipate what lies ahead. Genoa displayed resilience against Empoli, clinching a 3-1 victory, while Torino edged out Pisa with a narrow 1-0 win, setting the stage for intense matchups in the next round.
In a captivating showcase, the Grifone will now prepare to take on Atalanta, while Torino gears up for a formidable clash against Roma. The excitement is palpable as the draw for the round of 16 unveils mouthwatering encounters, with matches slated to kick off from December 3 through December 17.
As the tournament progresses, the quarter-finals are already shaping up to be explosive. The pairings include Bologna or Parma facing Lazio or Milan, and Juventus taking on Udinese matched against Atalanta or Genoa. Meanwhile, Inter will be squaring off against Venezia, while Roma and Torino will battle for supremacy. Fiorentina or Como will clash with Napoli or Cagliari, promising fireworks as the tournament heats up.
In their match, Torino wasted no time establishing dominance over Pisa. The momentum swung in their favor early in the first half when Casadei scored from a corner kick just nine minutes in, sending the fans into a frenzy. Gilardino’s side struggled to respond and only came close to leveling the score in injury time when Lorran had a goal ruled out for offside, leaving them frustrated.
The second half saw a flurry of VAR interventions, with both teams witnessing disallowed goals: Ismajli for Torino due to handball, and Pisa’s Albiol for offside. The game turned even more challenging for Pisa when Cuadrado was sent off in the 63rd minute for dissent, leaving them to fight on with ten men. Despite Pisa’s attempts to equalize, including a near-miss from Tramoni brilliantly saved by Paleari, Torino held firm to secure their victory.
Meanwhile, Genoa’s journey to the next round was anything but smooth as they faced off against a determined Empoli side. The game began with a jolt when Saporiti’s free kick found the back of the net, putting Empoli ahead early. Yet, the Grifone’s response was swift and effective, with Frendrup equalizing shortly after with a precise finish from a Colombo assist.
The second half belonged entirely to Genoa. With six shots on goal, they turned the tide decisively, and in the 56th minute, they took the lead with a masterful header from Marcandalli, following a well-placed corner. The match was sealed when Ekhator scored the third goal in the 86th minute, leaving Empoli in disbelief.
As the Coppa Italia continues to unfold, the stakes are higher than ever, and fans are left on the edge of their seats, eagerly awaiting the next thrilling chapter in this prestigious tournament. With fierce rivalries and unexpected twists, the excitement is just beginning!
