Focus on Serie A survival race
Last-placed Verona drew 1-1 against Milan in a San Siro clash that left a bitter taste in the Rossoneri’s mouth. Luca Toni netted from the spot equalizing Carlos Bacca opener in the second half. Luigi Delneri obtained the first point of his reign at the Stadio Bentegodi, but the Blue-and-Yellows still remain rock bottom with 7 points in 16 games.
With 24 points in 16 games (one less than Milan), Empoli can be considered as one of the most surprising teams this term. Marco Giampaolo’s men beat Carpi 3-0 thanks to Massimo Maccarone’s brace and Riccardo Saponara’s 5th goal of his campaign. Following a 3-0 trashing at the hands of the Tuscan side, Carpi’s survival chances are decreasing as the White-And-reds sit 19th in the Serie A table with 10 points.
Chievo snatched an important 1-0 success over Atalanta in a nervous Bentegodi game where two La Dea players were shown a red card (Cherubin, Kurtic), while Marco Sportiello saved Alberto Paloschi’s attempt from the spot, before allowing Valer Birsa’s winner.
Bologna obtained a last-minute win against Genoa on Saturday with the Grifone that is hovering just two points above the relegation zone, while Frosinone lost 4-1 against Palermo.
