Club Atletico Faenza Women Edge Out ASD Alpo Basket 99 Women in Italy Women A2 Thriller
Date: May 14, 2026 | Final Score: Club Atletico Faenza Women 78 – 73 ASD Alpo Basket 99 Women
In a hard‑fought battle in the Italy Women A2 league, Club Atletico Faenza Women secured a crucial 78–73 victory over ASD Alpo Basket 99 Women on their home court. The match was a back‑and‑forth affair that showcased the depth and resilience of both sides, but Faenza’s composure in the closing minutes proved decisive.
Match Overview
Faenza started strongly, using their size advantage to build a 24–18 lead after the first quarter. Alpo responded in the second, tying the game at 37–37 by halftime thanks to a 12‑2 run sparked by their guards. The third quarter saw Faenza regain control with a 15‑4 stretch, but Alpo refused to go away, cutting the gap to 2 points with four minutes left in the fourth. Faenza then leaned on their star point guard, who scored 8 points in the final stanza, including a clutch three‑pointer with 1:10 remaining, to seal the win.
Key Moments
- Second‑Quarter Surge: Trailing by 6, Alpo’s guards pressured Faenza into three consecutive turnovers and converted them into easy layups, flipping momentum.
- Third‑Quarter Response: Faenza’s post player took over after halftime, scoring 10 points in the third quarter and grabbing 4 offensive rebounds to keep possessions alive.
- Clutch Shooting: With the score tied at 73–73 and under a minute to play, Faenza’s forward hit a midrange jumper to give her team the lead for good. Alpo then missed a potential go‑ahead three, and Faenza sealed it at the free‑throw line.
Standout Players
- Club Atletico Faenza Women: Faenza’s point guard finished with 22 points, 6 assists, and 4 steals, orchestrating the offense and making critical defensive plays. Her veteran leadership was on full display in the fourth quarter.
- ASD Alpo Basket 99 Women: Alpo’s shooting guard poured in 20 points, including 4 three‑pointers, and added 5 rebounds. Her shooting kept Alpo in the game during tough stretches.
Tactical Story
Faenza’s game plan focused on pounding the ball inside to exploit Alpo’s smaller frontline. They attempted 30 free throws (making 22) compared to Alpo’s 16, a direct result of their aggressive drives. Defensively, Faenza mixed man‑to‑man and zone looks to disrupt Alpo’s rhythm. Alpo, known for their transition game, struggled to generate fast‑break points against Faenza’s disciplined retreat.
Season Impact
This victory moves Club Atletico Faenza Women up in the Italy Women A2 standings, strengthening their playoff positioning. For ASD Alpo Basket 99 Women, the loss is a setback but not fatal; they remain in the middle of the pack and will look to bounce back in their next fixture.