TRIESTE – Triestina has secured its fourth consecutive victory after defeating Alcione Milano 1-0 at the Nereo Rocco Stadium. This latest win not only consolidates their positioning for playoff contention but also showcases their growing confidence and defensive prowess.
The match started with both teams eager to dominate the field. Though the first half was competitive with several missed opportunities for Triestina, the real turning point came just before the halftime whistle. At the 45+2 minute mark, Triestina's Fiordilino produced an ingenious play, setting up Olivieri who was brought down inside the penalty area by Alcione's goalkeeper Bacchin. The referee immediately awarded the penalty, and Olivieri ensured it was not wasted, scoring his ninth goal of the season.
After the break, Triestina sought to manage its lead, displaying maturity and composure throughout the second half. Despite some close calls, the team remained defensively sound, blocking all of Alcione's attempts at scoring. The hosts managed several opportunities to extend their lead—most significantly, Olivieri struck the woodwork with his shot just minutes after the restart.
Tesser's side exhibited solid possession play, registering 10 shots total with 4 on target and controlling 56% of ball possession. The statistics illustrated the effectiveness of Triestina's approach, emphasizing their commitment to both attacking and defending.
Despite the win and their rise from the relegation zone, there were critiques of the miss opportunities during the match. After the game, Tesser remarked on the importance of converting chances bluntly, noting, "We have to be more clinical; we created enough opportunities to secure the game earlier." Even with such remarks, the atmosphere among fans was jubilant, filled with hope about the team's continuing improvement and potential playoff push.
Triestina’s defense deserves praise as well; they have not conceded goals for three consecutive matches, highlighting the team's discipline. With characters like goalkeeper Roos absorbing attention without challenges, the foundation of the squad feels secure.
Looking forward, the team is now focused on their upcoming match against Virtus Verona, where anticipation builds within the squad, promising to tackle every game with enthusiasm and energy. This run of form has certainly raised expectations among supporters, who fervently hope their team can maintain this positive dynamic through the remainder of the season.
The victory against Alcione Milano is more than just three points on the board; it is viewed as symbolic of Triestina's resurgence, and fans are hopeful they can continue this upward trend. Olivieri, hailed as the match-winner, has now become central to Triestina's attacking strategy, seamlessly blending agility with finesse. The collective ambition among players and the coaching staff shows promise, making them formidable opponents as the Serie C season progresses.
With continued persistence and awareness of their tactical framework, Triestina looks set to challenge for higher honors, possibly even the playoff spots, as they lean on the unwavering support of their passionate fans.