Verona, Oct 4: Andrea Pinamonti scored a second-half winner for Sassuolo to leave Verona still seeking a first win in Serie A.
The well-travelled centre forward saw his 71st minute spot kick saved by Lorenzo Montipò but he stabbed home the rebound to lift the newly promoted side into eighth place on Friday.
It was a rare away win for a club that lost 12 of its previous 15 top-flight away matches and an even rarer clean sheet.
The 1-0 win was its first clean sheet in 28 away matches in Serie A.Verona has scored a league-low two goals in six games and sits fourth from bottom in the 20-team league. The late winner from Andrea Pinamonti offered Sassuolo not just three points, but a much-needed boost in confidence as they continue to navigate the challenges of the Serie A season. Securing a rare clean sheet on the road and breaking a long-standing streak of away defeats, the victory underscores Sassuolo’s resilience and clinical finishing under pressure.
For Verona, however, the result only highlighted their struggles, with the newly promoted side still searching for their first league win and grappling with a meagre goalscoring return of just two goals from six games. Sitting fourth from bottom, the club faces an urgent need to rediscover form and firepower if they are to climb out of the relegation zone. Meanwhile, Sassuolo’s win propels them into eighth place, offering their players, management, and fans a reminder of the fine margins that define success in Italy’s top flight and the enduring importance of perseverance, composure, and taking chances when they arise.
Sassuolo’s hard-fought victory at Verona showcased the fine margins that often decide Serie A matches, with Pinamonti’s persistence epitomising the team’s determination. (AP)
