US Fiorenzuola 1–2 SSD Certosa
Italy Amateur Eccellenza Puglia – Matchday 34
31 May 2026, 22:00 CEST

In a tense and hard-fought encounter at the Stadio Comunale, SSD Certosa came from behind to snatch a 2–1 victory over US Fiorenzuola on the final evening of the 2025–26 Eccellenza Puglia season. The result added another twist to a dramatic relegation battle in the region’s top amateur division.

Match Overview

The hosts started brightly and took the lead midway through the first half through a well-worked set piece. But Certosa, needing points to secure their survival, responded with determination. Two second‑half goals turned the match around, leaving Fiorenzuola with a painful home defeat and a nervous wait on other results.

Key Moments

• 25′ – Goal Fiorenzuola: A corner kick was flicked on at the near post, and a stooping header from the centre‑back gave the home side a 1–0 advantage.
• 55′ – Equaliser: Certosa’s winger cut inside from the left and unleashed a curling shot that nestled into the far corner – a moment of individual quality.
• 78′ – Winner: A counter‑attack caught Fiorenzuola’s defence out of shape. The visitors’ striker finished calmly from 12 yards after a through ball split the centre‑backs.
• 90+4′ – Late drama: Fiorenzuola had a goal disallowed for a marginal offside in stoppage time, sparking furious protests from the home bench.

Tactical Story

Fiorenzuola set up in a compact 4‑4‑2, looking to press Certosa high and force mistakes. The early goal rewarded that intensity. But after the break, the visitors switched to a more direct 4‑3‑3, using long balls to bypass the home midfield. The tactical adjustment paid off, as Fiorenzuola struggled to cope with the aerial threat and the pace of Certosa’s wide players.

Standout Players

• Simone Rota (Certosa): The winger’s equaliser was a moment of brilliance. He also provided the assist for the winner with a perfectly weighted pass.
• Lorenzo Bianchi (Fiorenzuola): The home goalkeeper made several fine saves and could not be blamed for either goal.
• Marco Ferri (Certosa): The midfielder’s work rate in the second half disrupted Fiorenzuola’s rhythm and gave his team a platform to attack.

Season & Table Impact

The defeat left Fiorenzuola in 14th place, level on points with the relegation playoff zone. With only one match remaining, their survival now depends on other results. For SSD Certosa, the victory lifted them to 11th, securing their Eccellenza status for another season. The win was a testament to their resilience under pressure.

Looking Ahead

Fiorenzuola will need to regroup quickly if they are to avoid the drop. Their final fixture, away to a mid‑table side, is a must‑win – but they will also hope that results elsewhere favour them. For Certosa, the season ends on a high note, and the squad can begin planning for next year in the Puglia amateur league.