SSC Bari vs. Genoa CFC (26.12.2022)

The clash between SSC Bari and Janov CFC on December 26, 2022, delivered an entrancing match, laden with a flurry of cards and goals. As expected in any tightly contested football game, the events unfolded rapidly, keeping the spectators on the edge of their seats.

The visitors, Genoa, drew first blood within the initial minutes, thanks to G. Puşcaş who found the net just 2 minutes into the game, setting an energetic tempo. However, Bari was not to be suppressed; W. Cheddira equalized the scoreline with a remarkable finish at the 33-minute mark.

Adding to the drama were the bookings. The first of the yellow cards was shown to Leonardo Benedetti of Bari shortly before the half-time whistle, indicating the intensity and fervor on the pitch. The second half commenced with Michael Folorunsho of Bari and Mattia Aramu of Genoa both receiving cautions in the 50th minute. Ruben Botta from Bari wouldn't escape the referee's book either, receiving his yellow card seven minutes later.

Genoa managed to regain the lead with A. Guðmundsson scoring at the 58th minute, intensifying the atmosphere as Bari sought to respond. Radu Drăguşin of Genoa was cautioned shortly after with a yellow in the 61st minute.

The battle heated up further in the 65th minute when Mattia Maita of Bari was also booked. In an attempt to alter the dynamics of the match, both teams initiated a number of substitutions. Bari made three consecutive changes in the 71st, 72nd, and 76th minutes, followed by Genoa's strategic substitutions at the same 76th minute, attempting to fortify their gameplay.

The substitutions continued as the minutes waned, with Bari making their fourth substitution in the 77th minute, and Genoa making their fourth and fifth in the 83rd and the extra time of the 90+5 minutes, respectively.

As the clock ticked down, the referee's book came out again. Nicola Bellomo and Valerio Di Cesare from Bari received yellow cards in the final moments at the 90+6 and 90+2 minutes respectively, concluding a match that was as much about the defensive tussles as it was about the offensive endeavors.

Ultimately, neither side could clinch the victory, and the match concluded with both teams sharing the spoils. The encounter exhibited not only the technical aspects of the beautiful game but also the undying spirit and competitiveness that make soccer truly enthralling.

Lineup SSC Bari

Lineup Genoa CFC

Substitutes SSC Bari

Substitutes Genoa CFC

SSC Bari

The Italian club SSC Bari has existed since 1908 and during its more than a century-long history it has gone by several names such as AS Bari or FC Bari. They have spent quite a long time alternating participation in the top two domestic leagues, Serie A and Serie B. But also due to financial problems then followed a drop to the lower levels of Italian football.

Genoa CFC

The club's Italian name is Genoa CFC, and it has nicknames such as I Rossoblu (the red and blue), Il Grifone and Il Vecchio Balordo (the old fools). The club colours are red and blue, as can be seen in one of the nicknames. At home they play at Stadio Luigi Ferraris, which is also known as Marassi after the location where it is situated. Its capacity is 36,600 seats.

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