On a sunny day in Frosinone, Italy, on October 8, 2023, the excitement at Stadio Benito Stirpe reached its peak as Jesus Carvalho Reiner, proudly representing Frosinone Calcio, erupted in celebration. He had just accomplished a remarkable feat, scoring the first goal in a thrilling Serie A TIM match against Hellas Verona FC, sending the fans into a frenzy.
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Match Highlights
The match unfolded as a gripping tale, with Frosinone emerging victorious by a slender margin of 2-1, all thanks to the brilliance of their South American gems, Reinier and Soulé. Frosinone’s calculated strategy of placing their faith in young talents seeking a resurgence was paying rich dividends.
Central to Frosinone’s success was their astute coach, Di Francesco. The tactical battle on the field was intriguing. Di Francesco, true to his philosophy, persisted with the attacking trio, where the Brazilian prodigy born in 2001, Reinier, made his debut in the center. Flanking him were the lively Soulé on the right and the versatile Garritano on the left. Leading the charge upfront was the ever-reliable Cheddira.
The intensity surged, with Reinier continuing to be a prominent figure. In the 12th minute, he combined brilliantly with Cheddira, unleashing a left-footed shot from the edge that narrowly missed the mark.
Then, in the 16th minute, Soulé once again found himself unfortunate as his shot struck the post, this time after a slick pass from Reinier. However, in the 21st minute, the young Argentine born in 2003 made amends, showcasing his prowess in the air. A cross from Marchizza on the left, assisted by a clever heel flick from Garritano, found Soulé’s head, making it 2-0. Soulé, renowned for his aerial ability, notched his second league goal with this vital header.
With a two-goal cushion, Di Francesco took measures to seal the victory, transitioning to a three-man defense and bolstering the midfield. This adjustment allowed Verona more possession, but the lack of space forced them to seek long-range efforts.
Samba Gold 2023: voting is now open
The nominees for the Samba Gold 2023 awards have already been announced and voting is open. Choose your favorite candidates in each category!
