Italian football: Latina defeats Atalanta U23 and Ilić faces injury

In Serie C action, Latina secured a 2-0 victory against Atalanta U23 at the Stadio Domenico Francioni. Goals from Baez and Cioffi in the first half allowed Latina to break a five-match winless streak and climb the standings in Girone B. The match featured a red card for Atalanta's Pounga and a brief delay due to goalpost inspections.

In other Italian football news, Lecce midfielder Ivan Ilić will be sidelined for approximately three weeks following a muscle injury to his left femoral rectus. The injury was confirmed via MRI and will prevent him from participating in the upcoming match against Udinese on October 18.

Additionally, Giugliano suffered a significant late-game collapse against Inter U23, conceding four goals in the final fifteen minutes to lose 0-4 after a competitive first half.