# Torino FC pre-season tournament victory

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/torino-fc-pre-season-tournament-victory
> Updated: 2026-08-08T20:49:36.000Z. Sources: 25. Developments: 2.

Torino FC concluded their preseason by winning the fourth edition of the Memorial Sandro Criscitiello. In a match against Avellino that ended in a 1-1 draw, Nikola Vlasic scored for Torino before Luca Di Maggio equalized for Avellino in the 82nd minute. Torino secured the trophy in a penalty shootout, anchored by goalkeeper Diego Mascardi, who saved three penalties.

This victory serves as the final test for the team ahead of their official season opener in the Coppa Italia. Amidst these preparations, club developments include reports that Ivan Ilic has been sidelined for disciplinary reasons and is reportedly being placed on the transfer market. Additionally, reports indicate that Alessio Cacciamani is attracting interest from clubs such as Roma.

## Claims

- Torino won the fourth Memorial Sandro Criscitiello via penalty shootout. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The match ended in a 1-1 draw during regulation time. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Vlasic scored the opening goal for Torino in the 12th minute. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Di Maggio scored the equalizer for Avellino in the 83rd minute. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Torino goalkeeper Diego Mascardi saved three penalties during the shootout. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Coach Ignazio Abatesi stated he is aligned with the club regarding transfer market moves. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-08: Torino wins Memorial Sandro Criscitiello after penalty shootout against Avellino

Italian football clubs conclude pre-season tests, highlighted by Torino winning the Memorial Sandro Criscitiello against Avellino on penalties, led by goalkeeper Mascardi's decisive performance.

18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-wins-memorial-criscitiello-after-penalty-shootout-against-avellino

### 2026-08-05: Inter and Torino advance to Memorial Mamma e Papà Cairo final

Inter beat Milan 4‑0 and Torino beat Atalanta 4‑1 in the Memorial Mamma e Papà Cairo semifinals, setting up a final between the two youth sides.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-beats-vado-3-1-in-preseason-friendly-at-filadelfia

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