Torino Edge Past Sassuolo in Thrilling 2-1 Comeback Victory

Torino staged a spirited second‑half fightback to defeat Sassuolo 2-1 at the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino on 9 May 2026, with a stoppage‑time winner sending the home fans into raptures. The Serie A encounter, which kicked off at 02:45 CET, saw the Granata overturn an early deficit to claim three vital points in their pursuit of a top‑half finish.

First‑Half Action

Sassuolo started brightly and took a deserved lead in the 19th minute. Armand Laurienté latched onto a through ball from Davide Frattesi, drove into the box, and slotted past Vanja Milinković‑Savić to make it 1-0. The visitors continued to threaten on the counter, with Domenico Berardi testing the Torino goalkeeper from distance. Torino, missing injured captain Ricardo Rodriguez, struggled to create clear chances until just before half‑time, when Antonio Sanabria headed wide from a corner.

Torino Turn the Tide

Coach Ivan Jurić made a tactical switch at the break, pushing Duván Zapata higher up the pitch. The change paid off within 10 minutes of the restart. A free‑kick from the left flank was met by Perr Schuurs, who powered a header past Andrea Consigli to level the scores. The equaliser injected energy into the home side, and they began to dominate possession.

Late Drama

As the clock ticked past the 80th minute, both teams pushed for a winner. Sassuolo substitute Emil Konradsen Ceide saw a shot cleared off the line by Koffi Djidji. Then, deep into stoppage time (90+4), Torino won a corner. The delivery was only half‑cleared, and Antonio Sanabria pounced on the loose ball, turning and firing through a crowd of defenders to spark wild celebrations. The goal was awarded after a brief VAR check for a possible handball, but the decision stood.

Table Impact

• Torino moved to 48 points, solidifying 8th place and keeping alive slim hopes of a Conference League berth.
• Sassuolo remained on 43 points in 11th, their inconsistent away form (only 4 wins on the road) proving costly once again.
• The win was Torino’s fifth at home this season, a statistic that has often frustrated their supporters.

Standout Performers

Vanja Milinković‑Savić made five crucial saves to keep Torino in contention, while midfielder Samuele Ricci controlled the tempo after the interval. For Sassuolo, Laurienté’s pace remained a threat throughout, but the forward lacked support in the final third.

Looking Ahead

Torino face a daunting trip to league leaders Inter Milan next, while Sassuolo host Hellas Verona in what promises to be a test of their resilience after this late heartbreak.