12 May 2022 at 18:30

Referee: F. Maresca

Match Summary

Vicenza Virtus defeated Nuova Cosenza 1:0. The match was played in Serie B 2021. Goals were scored by C. Maggio 90′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Vicenza Virtus had 63% possession while Nuova Cosenza held 37%. Vicenza Virtus had 19 shots (6 on target) compared to 10 (3 on target) for Nuova Cosenza. Vicenza Virtus made 3 substitutions, Nuova Cosenza made 4. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Giuseppe Caso 33′), Goal cancelled (Davide Diaw 72′).

Match Events

Key match events between Vicenza Virtus and Nuova Cosenza — 1 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.

Vicenza Virtus
Nuova Cosenza
Kick Off
-5′Alberto Gerbo
7′
R. BoultamA. Vallocchia
VAR
33′Goal cancelled
Half Time
58′Daniele Liotti
67′Kristjan Matošević
Goal cancelled72′
VAR
J. LukakuN. Dalmonte
73′
73′
G. CasoM. Zilli
73′
M. VenturiL. Palmiero
F. RanocchiaR. Meggiorini
79′
86′
L. BittanteA. Hristov
M. CavionS. Giacomelli
89′
Stefano Giacomelli90+6′
Christian Maggio90+5′
90+5′Andrea Vallocchia
C. Maggio
90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Vicenza Virtus had 63% possession against Nuova Cosenza's 37%. Vicenza Virtus registered 19 shots (6 on target) while Nuova Cosenza managed 10 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 6–4. Fouls committed: 17–10.

6Shots on Goal3
11Shots off Goal3
19Total Shots10
2Blocked Shots4
10Shots insidebox6
9Shots outsidebox4
17Fouls10
6Corner Kicks4
1Offsides3
63%Ball Possession37%
2Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves5
392Total passes221
308Passes accurate142
79%Passes %64%

Lineups

Vicenza Virtus lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under F. Baldini, while Nuova Cosenza deployed a 3-5-2 under P. Bisoli.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Vicenza Virtus is 6.20, compared to — for Nuova Cosenza. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Vicenza Virtus's highest-rated starter is M. Cavion (6.20), while Nuova Cosenza's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Vicenza Virtus deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Nuova Cosenza's 3-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Vicenza Virtus field 4 midfielders averaging 6.20, versus Nuova Cosenza's 5 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Vicenza Virtus start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Nuova Cosenza averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Age & Experience

The average age of Vicenza Virtus's starting XI is 31.0 (youngest: M. Cavion (31), oldest: M. Cavion (31)), while Nuova Cosenza average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Vicenza Virtus's starters average 2 league appearances each, versus 0 for Nuova Cosenza. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Vicenza Virtus3-4-2-13-5-2Nuova Cosenza
GKDEFMIDFWD
21Contini35Maggio4Maio17Brosco15Bruscag.94Lukaku7Cavion16Bikel11Ranocch.70Cruz9Diaw31Matošev.23Campore.5Rigione15Väisänen27Bittante94Liotti16Venturi36Kongolo6Boultam32Larrivey10Caso

Substitutes

Coach: F. Baldini

Substitutes

Coach: P. Bisoli

Vicenza VirtusPosition StrengthNuova Cosenza
6.20
Avg Rating
6.20Midfielder (4 v 5)
0G 0A0G 0A
Vicenza Virtus3-4-2-1
21GoalkeeperN. Contini
4DefenderS. De Maio
17DefenderR. Brosco
15DefenderM. Bruscagin
35MidfielderC. Maggio
94MidfielderJ. Lukaku
7MidfielderM. Cavion6.2
16MidfielderJanio Bikel
11ForwardF. Ranocchia
70ForwardAlessio Da Cruz
9ForwardD. Diaw
Nuova Cosenza3-5-2
31GoalkeeperK. Matošević
23DefenderM. Camporese
5DefenderM. Rigione
15DefenderS. Väisänen
27MidfielderL. Bittante
94MidfielderD. Liotti
16MidfielderM. Venturi
36MidfielderR. Kongolo
6MidfielderR. Boultam
32ForwardJ. Larrivey
10ForwardG. Caso

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Vicenza Virtus have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Nuova Cosenza show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.

Vicenza Virtus

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Nuova Cosenza

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Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 25 Apr 2026