Varesina Calcio came from behind to beat USD Castellanzese 2-1 away in Italian Serie D on May 10, 2026, in a match that saw both teams end with ten men. The result strengthens Varesina's playoff hopes and leaves Castellanzese looking nervously over their shoulder at the relegation zone.

First Half: Castellanzese Strike First

The home side started brightly and took a deserved lead in the 19th minute. A swift counter‑attack caught Varesina's defense out of position, allowing Lorenzo Belloni to slot home from a tight angle. Castellanzese continued to press and could have doubled their lead, but the Varesina goalkeeper made a fine save from a close‑range header.

However, the game turned on its head just before half‑time. In the 42nd minute, a Castellanzese defender was sent off for a last‑man foul, reducing the hosts to ten men. From the resulting free kick, Varesina equalized when Simone Rizzato headed in a looping cross.

Second Half: Varesina Takes Control

Varesina capitalized on their numerical advantage and dominated possession after the break. They took the lead in the 61st minute through Lorenzo Guidetti, who volleyed home from the edge of the box after a corner was only partially cleared. Castellanzese pushed for an equalizer but were reduced to nine men in the 78th minute when a second yellow card was shown for a reckless challenge.

Despite their man advantage, Varesina could not add a third, and the match ended 2-1. The visitors also finished with ten men after a stoppage‑time red card for a wasteful tackle.

Table Impact

Varesina Calcio rise to 51 points from 34 matches, keeping them firmly in the playoff picture in fourth place. Castellanzese, on 36 points, remain in 12th position but are now only five points above the relegation playoff zone. Discipline was a major concern for the home side, who have now received three red cards in their last five games.