Genoa vs Empoli

On Thursday, September 25, 2025, Genoa secured a 3–1 victory over Empoli in the Coppa Italia Round of 32 at the Luigi Ferraris Stadium. The match began with an early setback for the hosts as Empoli’s Edoardo Saporiti converted a free kick in the 12th minute, giving the visitors a surprising lead. However, Genoa responded swiftly; just three minutes later, Morten Frendrup latched onto a precise pass from Lorenzo Colombo to equalize, showcasing the team’s resilience and attacking intent.

The second half saw Genoa take control of the game. In the 56th minute, a well-executed corner by Nicolae Stanciu was flicked on by substitute Lorenzo Venturino, allowing Alessandro Marcandalli to score from close range, putting Genoa ahead. Empoli attempted to regain their footing, with Brando Moruzzi testing Genoa’s goalkeeper and Albert Gronbaek’s free kick narrowly missing the target. Despite these efforts, Genoa’s defense remained steadfast.

As the match progressed, Genoa’s dominance became more evident. In the 83rd minute, Jeff Ekhator capitalized on a pass from Morten Thorsby to seal the victory, extending the lead to 3–1. This goal underscored Genoa’s depth and ability to capitalize on opportunities, even with late-game substitutions.

Statistically, Genoa maintained 56.4% possession and registered five shots on goal from 18 attempts, reflecting their offensive pressure. Empoli, on the other hand, had 43.6% possession and managed three shots on goal from ten attempts. Both teams exhibited discipline, as no yellow cards were issued during the match.

With this victory, Genoa advances to the Round of 16, where they will face Atalanta. The match highlighted Genoa’s ability to recover from early setbacks and assert their dominance, setting a positive tone for their upcoming challenges in the competition.

Watch and Download Genoa vs Empoli full match replay and highlights, At Thursday, September 25, 2025. The match played atStadio Comunale Luigi Ferraris, in Coppa Italia, Italy.

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