Perugia defeats Pineto 2-1 with late Kabashi goal

Perugia secured a 2-1 comeback victory against Pineto in a Serie C Girone B match held at the Renato Curi stadium. Pineto took an early lead in the 8th minute through a goal by Riccardo Forte. Perugia responded before halftime when Luigi Canotto converted a penalty following a foul by Ienco on Cavallini.

The match remained tightly contested until the final moments of stoppage time. In the 92nd minute, Elvis Kabashi scored a decisive long-range goal to secure the three points for the home side. This victory moves Perugia to the top of the standings, sharing the lead with several other teams, while Pineto remains in the lower part of the table.

Perugia manager Aimo Diana noted the team's emotional highs and lows, highlighting the importance of intensity and mental focus. Despite the win, he mentioned challenges regarding player fitness and injuries to key players like Cavallini and Merga.