Bologna U20 pulled off a gritty away victory at the Stadio Tre Fontane on May 22, 2026, defeating AS Roma U20 2-1 in the Campionato Primavera 1. The visitors overturned an early deficit with two goals in the second half to move into the top half of the table.

Roma Strike First

The home side started brightly and took the lead in the 18th minute. Roma U20 midfielder Alessandro De Angelis was allowed too much space on the edge of the box and unleashed a curling effort that beat the Bologna goalkeeper. Roma dominated possession for much of the first half but failed to extend their lead, with a combination of poor finishing and good goalkeeping keeping the score at 1-0 going into the break.

Bologna's Second Half Revival

Bologna U20 came out with a different intensity after halftime. They equalized in the 52nd minute through striker Giacomo Rinaldi, who slotted home after a defensive mix-up in the Roma box. The goal shifted momentum, and Bologna began to control proceedings. The winner arrived in the 71st minute when midfielder Matteo Fabbian fired a low shot into the corner after a clever cutback. Roma pushed forward in the final minutes but couldn't find an equalizer.

Key Performers

• Giacomo Rinaldi (Bologna U20) – Poached the equalizer and worked tirelessly to unsettle the Roma backline.
• Matteo Fabbian (Bologna U20) – Scored the winning goal with a composed finish and grew in influence as the match progressed.
• Alessandro De Angelis (Roma U20) – Scored a fine opener but faded as the game went on.

Table Context and Development

The victory moves Bologna U20 to 34 points, placing them eighth in the Campionato Primavera 1 standings. AS Roma U20 remain just above the relegation zone, sitting in 15th with 28 points. For Bologna, the result is a boost for their young squad, many of whom are pushing for first-team opportunities. Roma's prospects look concerning as they continue to leak goals in key moments.