Key Takeaways:
- Genoa claimed a dramatic 2:1 win away at Sassuolo in the tenth round of Serie A
- Leo Østigård netted the decisive goal in the 90+3 minute after a late set piece
- This marked Genoa’s first win of the season, coming days after Patrick Vieira’s dismissal
Match Overview
Genoa earned their first victory of the Serie A season in extraordinary fashion, overcoming Sassuolo 2:1 in a match filled with twists and late drama. The encounter, held during the tenth round, was decided deep into stoppage time, as Leo Østigård found the net in the 90+3rd minute, sealing the win for the visitors. Genoa were overseen by interim manager Roberto Murgita, who was appointed only a few days prior after the sacking of Patrick Vieira.
Genoa win it at the death for their first three points of the season! 🔴🔵#SassuoloGenoa pic.twitter.com/czZ68jwthL
— Lega Serie A (@SerieA_EN) November 3, 2025
First-Half Brilliance from Malinovskyi
Genoa opened the proceedings in style, taking the lead on 18 minutes through a spectacular strike by Ruslan Malinovskyi. The Ukrainian midfielder capitalised on a poor clearance from Sassuolo goalkeeper Muric, firing home from beyond 25 metres to give the visitors the advantage early on.
Sassuolo’s Response and High-Tempo Second Half
The hosts responded almost immediately after the interval, restoring parity thanks to Domenico Berardi, who found himself unmarked at the far post and converted from a corner kick in the 47th minute. Buoyed by the equaliser, Sassuolo pressed hard for a winner, dominating the second half in pursuit of maximum points.
Decisive Moment and Standings
Despite Sassuolo’s pressure, it was Genoa who capitalised again from a dead-ball situation in stoppage time, with Østigård’s goal ultimately clinching a valuable three points for the away side. This triumph saw Genoa secure their first league win of the campaign, having previously drawn on three occasions. Sassuolo remain in mid-table with a total of 13 points.
| Sassuolo | 1 | Genoa | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 47’ Domenico Berardi | 18’ Ruslan Malinovskyi | ||
| 90+3’ Leo Østigård |
