US Casertana 1908 produced a thrilling 3-2 away win over Inter Milan U23 in Italian Serie C on Saturday 12 September 2026, surviving a late fightback to take all three points.

Casertana raced into a commanding lead and looked in complete control, but Inter Milan U23 refused to lie down and set up a tense finale. The victory is a significant one for Casertana, who showed both attacking quality and defensive resilience.

Match overview

Casertana needed only 11 minutes to open the scoring. Ciro Favetta, their leading striker, found space between the centre-backs and finished coolly past the goalkeeper. Inter Milan U23 responded with plenty of possession but struggled to create clear chances. Casertana doubled their lead in the 49th minute when Favetta struck again, this time with a powerful header from a corner.

The home side pulled one back in the 61st minute through Matteo Lavelli, whose low drive from the edge of the box found the net. Casertana restored their two-goal cushion in the 67th minute, Antonio D’Angelo finishing a swift counter-attack. Inter kept pushing and scored again in the 84th minute when Alessandro Basso converted a penalty. The final minutes were frantic, but Casertana defended with determination to secure the win.

Key moments

• 11’ – Goal, US Casertana 1908: Ciro Favetta finishes calmly after a through ball splits the defence.
• 49’ – Goal, US Casertana 1908: Favetta heads in from a corner to double the lead.
• 61’ – Goal, Inter Milan U23: Matteo Lavelli pulls one back with a low strike from distance.
• 67’ – Goal, US Casertana 1908: Antonio D’Angelo converts a rapid counter-attack.
• 84’ – Goal, Inter Milan U23: Alessandro Basso scores a penalty to set up a tense finish.

Tactical story

Casertana set up in a disciplined 4-4-2, looking to spring quick counter-attacks through Favetta and D’Angelo. Inter Milan U23 dominated possession with a 4-3-3, but their high defensive line was repeatedly exposed by Casertana’s direct running. Inter’s young side showed character to keep fighting, and their substitutions added energy, but Casertana’s experience in the final third proved decisive.

Standout players

Ciro Favetta was the clear man of the match, scoring twice and leading the line with intelligence and strength. Antonio D’Angelo also impressed with his goal and tireless running. For Inter Milan U23, Matteo Lavelli was the brightest spark, while Alessandro Basso showed composure from the penalty spot. Casertana’s goalkeeper made a crucial save in the 90th minute to preserve the victory.

What the result means

Casertana’s win boosts their position in the Serie C standings and gives them confidence for the weeks ahead. Inter Milan U23 will be disappointed to concede three goals at home, but the performance of their young players offers encouragement. The result adds another memorable chapter to the head-to-head record between these two clubs, and Casertana’s top scorers will be pleased with their contribution on a demanding away day.