Benevento Calcio’s search for form continues as they could only manage a disappointing 1-1 draw against Latina Calcio at the Stadio Francioni last weekend, leaving fans restless and concerned about the team's future performances.
The match got off to a rocky start for Latina, who fell behind just three minutes after the opening whistle. A well-executed free-kick by Prisco found Lanini unmarked, allowing him to fire home with precision past goalkeeper Zacchi. This early setback pressured Latina to regroup quickly, forcing them to adjust defensively.
Nevertheless, the host side was resilient. They sought to equalize and managed to do so 16 minutes later through Riccardi’s cross. Scravaglieri displayed remarkable timing and positioning, outpacing defenders to head the ball decisively, bringing the score to 1-1 at the 19th minute.
The first half featured multiple opportunities for both teams. Benevento maintained much of the possession and generated chances, with notable attempts coming from Pinato and Lamesta. Neither could convert, though, leaving the game tied as the whistle blew for halftime.
The second half saw more intense play, albeit with fewer clear-cut chances. Both sides struggled to break down their opponent’s defense, adding to the mounting frustration. Although Benevento pushed hard for the winner, the Latina defense, spearheaded by Zacchi, held firm against the pressure.
Despite creating significant opportunities, including a disallowed goal from Starita at the death for offside and hitting the post through Carfora, Benevento was unable to capitalize on their dominance, which culminated with boos from their own supporters as time expired.
After the match, Benevento’s president, Oreste Vigorito, addressed the media. He acknowledged the team’s difficulties, highlighting, "La partita l’abbiamo vista tutti e non si può certo dire di aver ritrovato la bussola. Non sta a me parlare di questioni tecniche e atletiche, ma è evidente che la situazione sia complicata." This reflects the sentiment among fans and observers who are growing increasingly concerned about the squad's performances.
Vigorito, emphasizing the need for unity, reassured supporters, saying, "Quando siamo caduti in passato, siamo sempre riusciti a rialzarci." He urged fans to continue their support, stating, “La società è presente e non si tira indietro,” underlining commitment to improvement.
This draw means Benevento remains without a win for seven games, significantly hampering their chances of pushing for higher league standings. For Latina, the result offers hope as they inch closer to safety, solidifying their intention to climb out of the relegation zone.
Looking forward, both teams will need to build on this match. Benevento must capitalize on their possession and create more clinical chances, whereas Latina can take confidence from their defense and counter-attacking capability as they prepare for their next engagements.
With pressure mounting for Benevento, the coming weeks will be instrumental. Fans will hope their team finds the rhythm and intensity to avoid sliding down the league table. The draw serves as both a wake-up call and motivation, urging everyone connected to the club to rally together to overcome this tough period.