Avellino continued their pre-season preparations with a convincing 3-1 victory over Real Forio 2014 at the Stadio Partenio on July 28, 2026. The friendly, part of the Biancoverdi’s summer build-up, gave manager Raffaele Biancolino a chance to test his squad depth ahead of the upcoming Serie C campaign.

Match Overview

Avellino dominated proceedings from the outset, controlling possession and creating numerous chances against a Real Forio side that competes in the lower tiers of the Italian league system. The hosts raced to a 2-0 lead inside the first 25 minutes before Real Forio pulled one back just before the break. Avellino restored their two-goal cushion early in the second half and never looked back.

Key Moments

• 12’ – Avellino 1-0: A swift passing move down the right flank ended with a low cross that was turned in first-time by Avellino’s new signing, a young striker from the Primavera.
• 24’ – Avellino 2-0: A set-piece routine saw the centre-back rise unchallenged to head home a corner.
• 42’ – Real Forio pull one back: A long ball over the top caught the Avellino defence sleeping, and the visitors’ forward finished calmly one-on-one with the keeper.
• 56’ – Avellino 3-1: A powerful long-range strike from 25 yards left the Real Forio goalkeeper with no chance.

Tactical Observations

Biancolino deployed a fluid 4-2-3-1 formation, with the attacking midfielders frequently interchanging positions. Avellino’s high press forced repeated errors from Real Forio’s backline, leading to several turnovers in dangerous areas. The manager made seven substitutions in the second half, giving valuable minutes to fringe players. Defensively, Avellino showed occasional vulnerability to direct balls over the top, an area that will need work before the league season begins.

Standout Players

• Avellino’s no. 10 (attacking midfielder): Pulled the strings in the final third, providing two assists and constantly finding space between the lines.
• Real Forio’s goalkeeper: Despite conceding three, he made several fine saves to keep the scoreline respectable.

Pre-Season Context

This match was Avellino’s third friendly of the summer, following a narrow win over a local amateur side and a defeat against a Serie B team. The result will please the coaching staff as the squad continues to gel tactically. Real Forio, meanwhile, will take heart from their goal and their disciplined second-half performance. Both sides will play further friendlies in the coming weeks before their respective league openers.