Genoa Eliminates Südtirol 1-0 in Coppa Italia

Genoa has advanced in the Coppa Italia, securing a 1-0 win against Südtirol. The decisive goal came from Vasquez late in the match, setting up a Round of 16 clash with Inter. The game was played at the Ferraris stadium.

From the outset, Genoa dominated the play. Südtirol, however, proved resilient, defending effectively. Both goalkeepers delivered standout performances.

Genoa and Südtirol played an intense match with plenty of action and competitive spirit. Genoa began with an aggressive approach, aiming to carry that momentum into their league matches. The home team set a high tempo, but Südtirol, managed by Possanzini, displayed tactical maturity, maintaining composure under pressure.

Genoa's first-half assault included attempts from Drameh at the 17th minute, followed by two chances from Baldanzi between the 26th and 30th minutes. Wiafe also tested the keeper shortly after the half-hour mark, and Amorim had a significant opportunity in the 41st minute.

Extraordinary saves from Plizzari, Südtirol's goalkeeper, kept his team in contention, thwarting Genoa's advances.

The second half saw a shift in dynamics. Südtirol emerged with renewed confidence, pushing forward. At the 48th minute, Federico Davi broke through on a counter-attack, finding himself one-on-one with Genoa's goalkeeper Stolz, who made a crucial save, denying the attacker.

Genoa attempted to regain control through Wiafe and Meichtry, but the visiting defense held firm.

In the closing stages, Südtirol had a close call when Simone Davi's shot hit the crossbar with Stolz beaten. However, the play was stopped by the referee for a prior offside position.

Coach De Rossi's decision to field a highly offensive Genoa lineup paid off in the 43rd minute. Substitute Vasquez scored the winning goal with a precise header from a corner taken by Puczka.

In stoppage time, Traoré, making his debut for Genoa, struck the post.