CAGLIARI, Italy – The WeCOM-Ortoetruria Stella Azzurra Viterbo extended their impressive run of form with a decisive 78-58 victory over Esperia Cagliari on Friday, March 6, 2026, at the PalaPirastu in Cagliari. This marks the tenth consecutive win for the team, solidifying their position as a force in the league and propelling them into second place in the standings.
Despite a rocky start that saw Esperia Cagliari jump out to an 8-0 lead, Viterbo demonstrated resilience and composure. The team, coached by Fabio Saputo, gradually found their rhythm, fueled by contributions from Visentin, Casanova, Giancarli, Bastone, and Moretti, closing the first quarter trailing 18-13. The game’s turning point came in the second quarter, as Viterbo unleashed a dominant 13-3 run, spearheaded by six points from Bastone and three-pointers from Giancarli and Casanova, to seize control of the momentum and take a 29-28 lead into halftime.
The third quarter saw Viterbo tighten their defensive grip, holding Cagliari to just one basket in the first five minutes. Capitalizing on this defensive intensity, the WeCOM-Ortoetruria squad rattled off 15 points, thanks to Albenzi, Moretti, Liesis, Bastone, and Calvi, with Giancarli proving particularly lethal from beyond the arc, sinking both of his three-point attempts. Viterbo entered the final period with a comfortable 53-42 advantage.
The fourth quarter was largely a formality, with Viterbo maintaining firm control and extending their lead. Moretti, Liesis, and Meroi each added a three-pointer, while Visentin and Bastone continued to contribute offensively, ultimately securing a 20-point victory, 78-58. The win also gives Viterbo the tiebreaker over Stella EBK, moving them into second place in the league table.
The performance underscored the team’s technical prowess and their ability to execute a well-rounded game plan, where every player contributes effectively when called upon. “It’s a fundamental victory tonight because it was achieved against a team of great quality,” said coach Fabio Saputo after the game. “Despite a difficult start to the game, we built a performance of a high level. Today we are at ten consecutive victories and I feel I can say that this result is all thanks to the work of the boys. The best is yet to reach, but we want to be ready for what the rest of the championship has in store for us.”
Giancarli led the scoring for Viterbo with 11 points, while Bastone added 16. For Cagliari, Frattoni was the leading scorer with 18 points. Liesis contributed 12 points and 7 rebounds for Viterbo, while Potì grabbed 8 rebounds for Cagliari.
Game Details: WeCOM-Ortoetruria Stella Azzurra Viterbo – Esperia Cagliari 78-58 (13-18, 16-10, 24-14, 25-16).
Viterbo Roster: Calvi 5, Bertollini, Bertini 2, Giancarli 11, Moretti 8, Albenzi 2, Liesis 12, Meroi 3, Visentin 10, Bastone 16, Casanova 6, Ousman. Coach: Fabio Saputo; Assistant Coach: J. Vitali.
Cagliari Roster: Porcu, Manca, Cabriolu 3, Giordano 8, Potì 5, Frattoni 18, Thiam 12, Picciau 3, Locci 2, Pili 3, Morgillo 4. Coach: F. Manca.
Key Statistics: Potì led the rebounding effort with 8 boards, while Liesis grabbed 7 for Viterbo. Liesis also dished out 4 assists, with Bastone adding 3.
The WeCOM-Ortoetruria Stella Azzurra Viterbo will next be in action on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the PalaMalè against Benevento. This will be another crucial test for the team as they look to maintain their momentum and solidify their position in the league standings. Fans can follow the game and receive updates through the team’s official channels.
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