Match report

Spezia Defeats Brescia 3–1 in Coppa Italia Thriller

Spezia
Spezia
3–1
FT
Brescia
Brescia
Oct 19, 2022

Spezia clinched an impressive 3–1 win against Brescia in the Coppa Italia. The hosts dominated from early, with M. E. Ellertsson's confirmed goal after VAR review and Domenico Strelec's brace securing their lead. Despite late resistance from Brescia, Spezia maintained control to advance in the competition.

Key Facts

  • • Spezia defeated Brescia 3–1 on October 19th in Coppa Italia action.
  • • M. E. Ellertsson's early goal after VAR confirmation set the tone for Spezia.
  • • Domenico Strelec scored twice (20' and 86'), while Davide Verde also found the net (55').
  • • Salvador Ferrer and Kjell Agudelo received yellow cards for Spezia, G. Olzer was cautioned for Brescia.

Lineups

Spezia

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Starting XI

  • 1 J. Zoet (G)
  • 15 P. Hristov (D)
  • 4 E. Ampadu (D)
  • 14 J. Kiwior (D)
  • 21 Salvador Ferrer (D)
  • 28 M. Ellertsson (M)
  • 8 A. Ekdal (M)
  • 7 J. Sala (M)
  • 10 D. Verde (M)
  • 89 Leandro Sanca (M)
  • 44 D. Strelec (F)

Substitutes

  • 27 K. Amian
  • 33 K. Agudelo
  • 2 E. Holm
  • 31 A. Sher
  • 16 J. Beck
  • 43 D. Nikolaou
  • 69 B. Drągowski
  • 40 P. Zovko
  • 6 M. Bourabia
  • 29 M. Caldara
  • 39 A. Nguiamba
  • 18 M'Bala Nzola
  • 11 E. Gyasi

Brescia

Formation: 4-3-2-1

Starting XI

  • 1 L. Andrenacci (G)
  • 18 A. Jallow (D)
  • 15 A. Cistana (D)
  • 14 M. Mangraviti (D)
  • 3 M. Huard (D)
  • 25 D. Bisoli (M)
  • 5 T. van de Looi (M)
  • 8 E. Ndoj (M)
  • 20 R. Niemeijer (M)
  • 27 G. Olzer (M)
  • 24 F. Bianchi (F)

Substitutes

  • 19 P. Nuamah
  • 26 M. Bertagnoli
  • 9 S. Moreo
  • 21 J. Łabojko
  • 30 F. Pace
  • 16 V. Garofalo
  • 12 L. Lezzerini
  • 4 D. Adorni

Timeline

  1. Spezia
    6' Spezia Var · Goal confirmed
    M. E. Ellertsson
  2. Spezia
    20' Spezia Goal · Normal Goal
    D. Strelec · Assist: Leandro Sanca
  3. Spezia
    43' Spezia Card · Yellow Card
    Salvador Ferrer

    Foul

  4. Brescia
    45'+2 Brescia Card · Yellow Card
    G. Olzer

    Foul

  5. Spezia
    55' Spezia Goal · Normal Goal
    D. Verde · Assist: J. Sala
  6. Spezia
    58' Spezia subst · Substitution 1
    Off: Salvador Ferrer · On: Kelvin Amian
  7. Spezia
    58' Spezia subst · Substitution 2
    Off: A. Ekdal · On: K. Agudelo
  8. Brescia
    64' Brescia subst · Substitution 1
    Off: Reuven Niemeijer · On: P. Nuamah
  9. Brescia
    65' Brescia subst · Substitution 2
    Off: E. Ndoj · On: M. Bertagnoli
  10. Brescia
    65' Brescia subst · Substitution 3
    Off: F. Bianchi · On: S. Moreo
  11. Spezia
    73' Spezia subst · Substitution 3
    Off: Leandro Sanca · On: E. Holm
  12. Brescia
    73' Brescia subst · Substitution 4
    Off: T. Van de Looi · On: J. Łabojko
  13. Spezia
    79' Spezia Card · Yellow Card
    K. Agudelo

    Foul

  14. Brescia
    80' Brescia subst · Substitution 5
    Off: M. Huard · On: F. Pace
  15. Spezia
    84' Spezia subst · Substitution 5
    Off: M. E. Ellertsson · On: J. Beck
  16. Spezia
    86' Spezia Goal · Normal Goal
    D. Strelec
  17. Brescia
    90'+3 Brescia Goal · Normal Goal
    S. Moreo · Assist: F. Pace

Match Stats

Stat Spezia Brescia
Fouls 15 19
Pass Accuracy 79% 78%
Offsides 1 2
Red Cards — —
Total Shots 10 18
Corners 2 12
Total Passes 391 386
Yellow Cards 2 1
Blocked Shots 1 10
Shots on Target 6 5
Shots off Target 3 3
Possession 49% 51%
Accurate Passes 308 301
Shots Inside Box 4 12
Saves 4 3
Shots Outside Box 6 6

Key Match Notes

  • ▸ Spezia's early goal by M. E. Ellertsson after VAR review at 6' established their dominance and confidence.
  • ▸ Domenico Strelec's second-half brace (20', 86') sealed the victory for Spezia, despite Brescia pulling one back late through S. Moreo.