The Torino clinched the fourth edition of the Memorial Sandro Criscitiello following a tense penalty shootout victory over Avellino after a 2-2 draw in regulation time, according to match reports from Italian sports outlets. Croatian forward Nikola Vlašić opened the scoring for the Turin side before Di Maggio equalized for Avellino, setting the stage for a dramatic finish where goalkeeper Mascardi emerged as the hero by stopping crucial spot-kicks to secure a 4-2 win on penalties.
Vlašić Strikes Early Before Di Maggio Equalizes
Torino asserted control early in the match when Nikola Vlašić broke the deadlock with a sharp finish, exploiting space in the final third. The lead did not hold through the second half, however, as Avellino responded with a determined offensive push. Di Maggio found the back of the net to level the score at 2-2, exposing gaps in Torino’s defensive shape and shifting momentum toward the Serie C side as regulation time drew to a close.
Mascardi Takes Center Stage in Penalty Shootout
With the score locked level after 90 minutes, the fixture advanced directly to kicks from the penalty spot to decide the winner of the Trofeo Criscitiello. Goalkeeper Mascardi delivered a decisive performance under pressure, denying Avellino’s shooters to turn the tide. Torino converted their attempts with precision, sealing a 4-2 triumph in the shootout to lift the trophy and cap off a competitive pre-season test.
