Salernitana edged past Cosenza Calcio 1914 with a 2-1 away win in a Serie C fixture on September 1, 2025. The visitors secured a hard-fought three points at the Stadio San Vito-Gigi Marulla in a match that highlighted their clinical edge. In a tightly contested first half, Salernitana likely took the lead against the run of play. Cosenza, playing in front of their home fans, fought back to level the score and set up a tense finale. However, Salernitana found a late winner, demonstrating the composure and quality that has made them a promotion favorite, to snatch all the points at the death. The result was a bitter blow for Cosenza, who performed well but were punished for a momentary lapse. This victory was crucial for Salernitana's early momentum in the league campaign.