Libertas Livorno produced a dominant defensive performance to beat Fortitudo Bologna 85-59 in Lega Nazionale Pallacanestro Serie A2 on 22 October 2026. The hosts controlled the game from the opening minutes, holding Fortitudo to just 28 first-half points and never allowing the visitors to establish any offensive rhythm.

Match overview

Livorno led 24-14 after the first quarter and stretched the advantage to 46-28 by halftime. The third period effectively ended the contest, with the hosts moving 66-45 ahead. Fortitudo managed only 14 points in the final quarter as Livorno closed out a comprehensive 26-point victory.

The statistics reflected Livorno’s control. Fortitudo shot just 32% from the field and made only 3 of 22 attempts from beyond the arc. They also committed 17 turnovers, many of which led to easy transition points for the hosts. Livorno, by contrast, knocked down 11 three-pointers and shared the ball well throughout.

Key moments

Livorno set the tone with a 10-2 run early in the first quarter, forcing Fortitudo into a timeout. The hosts then opened the second period with another quick burst, pushing the lead past 20 points. Fortitudo briefly threatened early in the third, but Livorno answered with a 12-4 run that restored complete control.

Tactical story

Livorno’s half-court defense was the story of the night. They crowded Fortitudo’s primary ball handlers, denied clean catch-and-shoot opportunities and forced contested mid-range attempts. On offense, Livorno attacked the paint first before kicking the ball to open shooters, creating a steady stream of high-quality looks. Fortitudo never found a way to slow the hosts’ ball movement.

Standout performers

• Andrea Casella led Livorno with 20 points and 7 rebounds, setting the tone on both ends.
• Matteo Corbelli added 14 points and 5 assists, repeatedly finding gaps in Fortitudo’s defense.
• Luca Vencato was Fortitudo’s top scorer with 13 points, but he received little support offensively.

What it means

The win is a major confidence boost for Libertas Livorno in the Serie A2 standings and sends a clear message about their defensive potential. For Fortitudo Bologna, the defeat raises concerns about their shooting consistency and ability to handle pressure defense. With the season still young, Fortitudo have time to correct course, but Livorno’s performance will be remembered as one of the more complete displays of the round.