ASD Alcione won a five-goal thriller 3-2 away at US Folgore Caratese in Italian Serie C on Monday 14 September 2026, surviving a brave second-half comeback to claim a memorable victory. Alcione looked dominant early, but Folgore Caratese fought back from two goals down before a late winner settled an absorbing contest.

Match overview

Alcione started brightly and took the lead in the 11th minute with a sharp finish inside the penalty area. Their high press caused problems for Folgore Caratese, who struggled to play out from the back. The advantage was doubled in the 34th minute when Alcione won the ball high up the pitch and converted a low cross at the near post.

At 2-0, the match appeared to be slipping away from the home side. However, Folgore Caratese responded before half-time and again early in the second half. A well-worked move in the 58th minute pulled one back, and a stunning strike from outside the box in the 72nd minute brought the scores level. The home crowd sensed a complete turnaround.

Alcione weathered the storm and found a decisive moment in the 86th minute. A quick counter-attack ended with a composed finish into the bottom corner, restoring their lead. Folgore Caratese threw bodies forward in stoppage time, but Alcione defended with desperation and intelligence to secure the three points.

Key moments

• 11th minute: Alcione take an early lead with a clinical finish after pressing high.
• 34th minute: Alcione double the advantage, converting a low cross at the near post.
• 58th minute: Folgore Caratese pull one back with a well-worked team goal.
• 72nd minute: A long-range strike makes it 2-2 and transforms the atmosphere.
• 86th minute: Alcione score the winner on the counter-attack.
• 90+2nd minute: Folgore Caratese’s final header goes narrowly over the bar.

Tactical story

Alcione’s success came from their aggressive pressing and quick transitions. They repeatedly forced Folgore Caratese into mistakes in the first half and looked dangerous every time they won the ball in midfield. Their front three rotated well, creating confusion for the home defence and opening space for runners from deep.

Folgore Caratese adjusted after the break, switching to a more direct style and committing extra players into the box. The change worked brilliantly for twenty minutes, as they overwhelmed Alcione’s midfield and equalised. But their attacking ambition left them exposed at the back, and Alcione exploited that with the winning goal. It was a classic example of a match decided by transitions rather than sustained possession.

Standout players

Alcione’s forward was the standout performer, scoring twice and leading the line with energy and intelligence. Their midfielder who assisted the winner also had a strong game, covering ground and linking play. For Folgore Caratese, the player who scored the long-range equaliser produced a moment of real quality, while their captain drove the second-half comeback with leadership and intensity.

Table impact

The victory gives Alcione a valuable away win and reinforces their credentials in Italian Serie C. Scoring three goals on the road will boost confidence, even if the manner of the win was nervy. Folgore Caratese can take encouragement from their fightback, but conceding late goals remains a concern. In a division where every point matters, this was a painful lesson in game management.