Key Takeaways:
- Bologna secured a 2:1 home win against Parma to progress to the Coppa Italia quarterfinals
- Santiago Castro netted the decisive goal in the 89th minute following a cross from Emil Holm
- Bologna will next host either Lazio or Milan, with that opponent to be determined later today
Match Overview and Key Moments
Bologna, current holders of the Coppa Italia, advanced to the quarterfinal stage following a dramatic 2:1 victory over Parma on home turf. The guests struck first, with Adrian Benedyczak finding the net in the 13th minute to put Parma ahead.
It's a Rossoblù victory! ❤️💙
Castro's last-minute winner sees us through to the next round of the Coppa Italia! ✨🔥#WeAreOne pic.twitter.com/S0qSYsZFWE
— Bologna FC 1909 (@BolognaFC1909en) December 4, 2025
However, Jonathan Rowe responded shortly before the break to restore parity, sending both sides into half-time level. The decisive moment arrived just before the final whistle, as Santiago Castro scored in the 89th minute, capitalising on a pinpoint cross from Emil Holm to secure victory for the Rossoblu.
Quarterfinal Prospects
Bologna will play host to the winner of the match between Lazio and Milan, scheduled to take place later today. Should Milan progress, it would set up a rematch of last season’s Coppa Italia final, which Bologna claimed with a 1:0 triumph.
Match Summary
| Team | Score | Goal Scorers |
|---|---|---|
| Bologna | 2 | Jonathan Rowe, Santiago Castro |
| Parma | 1 | Adrian Benedyczak |
