Pisa and Frosinone faced off on May 1, 2025, in a crucial match for both teams at the Arena Garibaldi Romeo Anconetani, as the 36th round of the Serie BKT championship unfolded under a bright sun and a temperature of around 25 degrees Celsius. The stadium was sold out, with 11,043 passionate fans filling the stands, creating an electric atmosphere.
Under the management of Filippo Inzaghi, Pisa entered the match with a 3-4-2-1 formation, featuring Lind as the lone striker. The starting lineup included goalkeeper Adrian Semper, defenders Arturo Calabresi, Antonio Caracciolo, and Simone Canestrelli, while the midfield was comprised of Idrissa Touré, Markus Solbakken, Marius Marin, and Samuele Angori. Supporting Lind in attack were Matteo Tramoni and Stefano Moreo. Meanwhile, Frosinone, managed by Paolo Bianco, opted for a 4-3-3 formation with Michele Cerofolini in goal, supported by Giorgio Cittadini, Mateus Lusuardi, and Gabriele Bracaglia in defense. The midfield trio of Emil Bohinen, Tjas Begic, and Isak Vural aimed to control the game, while the attacking front consisted of Ghedjemis, Giuseppe Ambrosino, and Filippo Di Stefano.
Before the match, the Curva Nord paid tribute to Marco Pannocchia, a beloved Pisa fan who had passed away the previous week, with a heartfelt message: “Ciao FAO vola tra gli ufo.”
As the match kicked off, Pisa started strong, pushing forward and creating opportunities early on with several dangerous crosses into the Frosinone box. However, Frosinone's defense remained alert, countering effectively. A missed opportunity arose when Solbakken's misplaced pass allowed Ghedjemis to break into the area, but he overextended the ball, sending it out of play.
The first half was marked by a tactical battle, with both teams exchanging possession. Although Pisa initially controlled the ball, Frosinone began to find their rhythm, with Ambrosino almost finding the net with a header that went just wide after a cross from Vural. Pisa responded with a series of attempts, including a close shot from Tramoni that was deflected for a corner, although the resulting set piece failed to convert into a goal.
Despite the intensity and a few near misses, the first half ended in a stalemate at 0-0, leaving fans eager for a breakthrough in the second half.
As the second half commenced, Frosinone made a tactical change, bringing in Kvernadze for Ambrosino. Inzaghi, however, opted to keep his lineup unchanged, trusting his players to find the breakthrough. The match continued to unfold with both teams looking for an advantage, but neither could capitalize on their chances.
Pisa's Tramoni came close to scoring again, pressing Cerofolini, who managed to recover just in time to deny the chance. The tension in the stadium grew as the home crowd urged their team forward, chanting for a goal. Meanwhile, Frosinone attempted to counterattack, but Pisa’s defense held firm.
Throughout the second half, the match remained tightly contested, with both teams creating opportunities but failing to convert. Pisa’s Lind was substituted in the 78th minute for Meister, a decision aimed at injecting fresh energy into the attack. Shortly after, Tramoni had another opportunity but was thwarted by Frosinone’s solid defensive setup.
As the clock ticked down, the stakes continued to rise. Pisa needed a victory to secure a potential promotion to Serie A, contingent on the outcome of the Spezia versus Salernitana match. Reports from the other game indicated that Spezia was leading, which added to the urgency for Pisa to find a goal.
In the final minutes, both teams pushed hard for a winner, with Pisa dominating possession but struggling to break through Frosinone’s resilient defense. The match ended in a 0-0 draw, leaving Pisa's promotion hopes hanging in the balance, dependent on the result of the Spezia match.
As fans filed out of the stadium, the atmosphere was a mix of disappointment and hope. The draw meant that Pisa would need to wait for their next match to secure promotion, while Frosinone continued their unbeaten streak, now with four consecutive draws in the league.
In the post-match analysis, Inzaghi reflected on the game, stating the need for more clinical finishing in front of goal. He acknowledged the pressure on his players but remained optimistic about their chances in the upcoming matches. The focus now shifts to the final stretch of the season, with Pisa still in contention for promotion but needing to convert their performances into victories.
With the Serie B season nearing its conclusion, fans will be eagerly watching the next fixtures, hoping for a successful outcome that could finally bring Serie A football back to Pisa after a 34-year absence.
