Empoli coach Pagliuca reviews 1-1 friendly draw with Spezia

Empoli finished its summer preparation with a 1-1 draw against Spezia in a pre‑season friendly. The home side opened the scoring early through Egan in the second minute, while Di Serio equalised for Spezia late in the match.

Coach Guido Pagliuca said the game was a true test, noting the need to adapt to Spezia’s man‑on‑man approach, adjust pressing intensity and improve reaction to conceded goals. He praised the enthusiasm and development of the squad’s young players, highlighting Samson Babalola’s performance, and stressed that the team’s strength lies in its collective growth rather than experience.