Italian Campionato Primavera 2 – Match Report

Virtus Entella U20 2–2 Como U19

Virtus Entella U20 and Como U19 played out an entertaining 2‑2 draw in Campionato Primavera 2 on 9 May 2026 at the Stadio Comunale di Chiavari. The match featured four goals, a red card, and plenty of drama as both teams chased a vital win in their league campaigns.

Match Overview

Como struck first in the 14th minute. Forward Lorenzo Baldini pounced on a defensive error and finished calmly past Entella goalkeeper Emanuele Rossi. The home side responded well and equalised through a penalty in the 32nd minute after a handball in the box. Captain Andrea Pellegrini stepped up and sent the goalkeeper the wrong way.

Entella took the lead for the first time just before the hour mark. A long ball caught out Como’s defence, and striker Francesco Lazzari lobbed the advancing keeper to make it 2‑1. But Como refused to give up and levelled in the 73rd minute when substitute Riccardo Marini headed home from a corner. The match then turned ugly as a late tackle led to a straight red card for Entella midfielder Davide Setti in the 85th minute, but the ten men held on for the point.

Key Moments

• 14' – Baldini puts Como ahead.
• 32' – Pellegrini equalises from the penalty spot.
• 57' – Lazzari lobs the keeper to make it 2‑1.
• 73' – Marini heads Como level.
• 85' – Setti sent off for a dangerous challenge.

Tactical Story

Both teams adopted an attacking approach from the start. Virtus Entella pressed high and looked to win the ball in advanced areas, while Como relied on quick transitions through the wings. The game became stretched after the equaliser, leading to end‑to‑end action. The dismissal forced Entella to sit deep, but their defence held firm.

Standout Players

• Francesco Lazzari (Virtus Entella U20) – Scored a superb goal and led the line well.
• Andrea Pellegrini (Virtus Entella U20) – Calm under pressure from the penalty spot and marshalled the defence.
• Lorenzo Baldini (Como U19) – Opened the scoring and caused problems all night.

Table Impact

The draw leaves Virtus Entella U20 in 8th place with 31 points, while Como U19 remain 9th with 30 points. Both teams are still within reach of a top‑five position, but consistency in the final weeks will be key to securing a strong finish in Campionato Primavera 2.