Genoa-Fiorentina 2-2, De Rossi and Vanoli Start with a Point Each
At the Marassi Stadium, Genoa and Fiorentina delivered a thrilling 2-2 draw in a Serie A clash full of drama, penalties, and emotional momentum shifts. Each team earned a penalty and fought back at critical moments to share the points.
Match Summary
The hosts opened the scoring in the 15th minute through Ostigard, repeating his scoring performance from the previous match against Sassuolo. Just five minutes later, Gudmundsson — a former Genoa player — equalized from the penalty spot, setting the stage for an intense contest.
In the second half, Genoa’s Colombo missed a penalty saved by De Gea. Fiorentina seized the moment and went ahead in the 57th minute with a goal by Piccoli. However, redemption came for Colombo, who later scored to lock the result at 2-2.
Tactical Choices
Both managers, Daniele De Rossi for Genoa and Paolo Vanoli for Fiorentina, fielded identical 3-5-2 formations. Genoa lined up with Leali in goal, defended by Marcandalli, Ostigard, and Vasquez. On the flanks, Norton Cuffy and Martin provided width, while the midfield trio of Frendrup, Thorsby, and Ellertsson worked tirelessly. Up front, Colombo partnered with Vitinha.
“It was a match full of incidents and emotions,” reported local journalists after the final whistle at Marassi.
Final Score
- Genoa 2 – Fiorentina 2
- Goals: Ostigard (15’), Gudmundsson (20’ pen), Piccoli (57’), Colombo (final equalizer)
Author’s summary: A fierce draw in Genoa saw both teams trade penalties and late goals, launching De Rossi’s and Vanoli’s tenures with a balanced, hard-fought point each.