In another Coppa Italia upset, Serie B side Audace Cerignola held top-flight Hellas Verona to a 1-1 draw on August 19, 2025, taking the tie to a penalty shootout. The lower-division club put on a heroic display to match their more illustrious opponents over 90 minutes, creating a classic cup giant-killing scenario. Verona, expected to win, was frustrated by a resilient Cerignola defense and a clinical attacking moment. The draw is a fantastic achievement for Audace Cerignola, showcasing the competitive depth of Italian football and the unpredictable nature of the domestic cup. All eyes then turned to the penalty spot, where the fate of both teams in the competition was decided after the dramatic deadlock.