Serie A Regular Season - 26
Genoa 3 - 0 FT Torino
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
21' B. Norton-Cuffy
40' C. Ekuban
G. Simeone 45'+1
E. Ilkhan 45'+2
HT
↓ G. Maripan ↑A. Ismajli 46'
↓ E. Ebosse ↑M. Prati 46'
↓ S. Kulenovic ↑D. Zapata 60'
65' ↓ L. Colombo ↑J. Ekhator
65' ↓ C. Ekuban ↑Junior Messias
65' ↓ T. Baldanzi ↑Amorim
↓ G. Simeone ↑A. Njie 68'
71' ↓ B. Norton-Cuffy ↑S. Sabelli
↓ R. Obrador ↑M. Pedersen 83'
83' Junior Messias
85' ↓ R. Malinovskyi ↑J. Onana
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Genoa
Goalkeepers
Justin Bijlow 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
88
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Alessandro Marcandalli 
MAGNET
89
Activity
89
Activity
84
Passes
5
Duels
Leo Østigård
MAGNET
94
Activity
94
Activity
92
Passes
2
Duels
Johan Vásquez
MAGNET
81
Activity
81
Activity
75
Passes
6
Duels
Midfielders
Mikael Ellertsson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
88
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tommaso Baldanzi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Morten Frendrup
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
88
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ruslan Malinovskyi
MAGNET
74
Activity
74
Activity
68
Passes
6
Duels
Brooke Norton-Cuffy 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Forwards
Lorenzo Colombo 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Caleb Ekuban 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
6.6
Rating
BENCH
Nicola Leali 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Daniele Sommariva
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Stefano Sabelli
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nils Zätterström
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Aarón Martín
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mamedi Doucouré
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alexsandro Amorim
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Patrizio Masini
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jean Onana
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
3
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Junior Messias 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Jeff Ekhator
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Vitinha
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Maxwel Cornet
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Torino
Goalkeepers
Alberto Paleari
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
88
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Saúl Coco 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
55%
Duel Win %
Guillermo Maripán
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Enzo Ebosse
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Midfielders
Valentino Lazaro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
88
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nikola Vlašić 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
29%
Pass Acc
Emirhan İlkhan 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
1
Fouls
5.9
Rating
Gvidas Gineitis 
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
3
Interceptions
1
Blocks
Rafael Obrador
LATE SHIFT
7
Late Mins
7
Late Mins
83
Total Mins
83
Entry
Forwards
Sandro Kulenović
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Giovanni Simeone
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
68
Total Mins
68
Entry
BENCH
Franco Israel
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Lapo Siviero
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Ardian Ismajli
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
43
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Niels Nkounkou
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cristiano Biraghi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Luca Marianucci
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marcus Pedersen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
5
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matteo Prati
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
43
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Faustino Anjorin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ivan Ilić
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Adrien Tameze
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cesare Casadei
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Duván Zapata
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alieu Njie
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26/10/2025 | Torino | 2 - 1 | Genoa | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino |
| 08/02/2025 | Torino | 1 - 1 | Genoa | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino |
| 07/12/2024 | Genoa | 0 - 0 | Torino | Serie A | Stadio Comunale Luigi Ferraris |
| 13/01/2024 | Genoa | 0 - 0 | Torino | Serie A | Stadio Comunale Luigi Ferraris |
| 03/09/2023 | Torino | 1 - 0 | Genoa | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino |
| 18/03/2022 | Genoa | 1 - 0 | Torino | Serie A | Stadio Comunale Luigi Ferraris |
| 22/10/2021 | Torino | 3 - 2 | Genoa | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino |
| 13/02/2021 | Torino | 0 - 0 | Genoa | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino |
| 04/11/2020 | Genoa | 1 - 2 | Torino | Serie A | Stadio Comunale Luigi Ferraris |
| 16/07/2020 | Torino | 3 - 0 | Genoa | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino |
Genoa Win
Torino Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 26 GD: +41
P: 26 GD: +21
P: 26 GD: +18
P: 26 GD: +12
P: 26 GD: +18
P: 26 GD: +22
P: 26 GD: +14
P: 26 GD: +3
P: 26 GD: -3
P: 26 GD: +1
P: 26 GD: -11
P: 26 GD: -12
P: 26 GD: -7
P: 26 GD: -5
P: 26 GD: -22
P: 26 GD: -9
P: 26 GD: -15
P: 26 GD: -16
P: 26 GD: -23
League Standings
P: 28 GD: +42
P: 28 GD: +24
P: 28 GD: +14
P: 28 GD: +25
P: 28 GD: +17
P: 28 GD: +22
P: 28 GD: +13
P: 28 GD: +3
P: 27 GD: -2
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 27 GD: -1
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -6
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 28 GD: -21
P: 28 GD: -17
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -18
P: 28 GD: -27
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Grifone Soar High at the Ferraris
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 32/100. A ruthless performance sees Genoa pull clear of their mid-table rivals, capitalizing on a clinical first half and a decisive red card to secure a vital victory.
The Grifone Strike First
From the opening exchanges at Luigi Ferraris, the high Stakes of this mid-table encounter were evident. Genoa seized control early, dictating the tempo with a relentless Intensity that left Torino struggling to find their rhythm. The breakthrough arrived in the 21st minute when B. Norton-Cuffy found space to fire home, rewarding the home side’s early dominance. Genoa controlled 61% of the ball, effectively neutralizing the visitors' tactical setup. While the Balance of play initially suggested a close contest, Genoa’s superior movement in the final third created constant problems for the granata defense, setting the tone for a dominant afternoon in Liguria.
The Double Blow Before the Break
The match swung decisively in Genoa's favor during a chaotic five-minute spell just before half-time. In the 40th minute, C. Ekuban doubled the advantage, finishing a well-worked move that highlighted Torino's defensive vulnerabilities. Any hope of a second-half comeback for the visitors evaporated in stoppage time when E. Ilkhan was shown a straight red card for a reckless challenge. This moment removed any significant Upset Factor from the equation, as Torino were forced to navigate the remainder of the match with ten men and a two-goal deficit. The dismissal left the visitors demoralized and tactically hamstrung, allowing Genoa to head into the tunnel with complete control of the narrative.
Messias Seals the Dominant Display
The second half was a masterclass in game management from the home side. Genoa utilized their numerical advantage to starve Torino of the ball, with Leo Østigård ensuring the backline remained untroubled throughout. The introduction of Junior Messias in the 65th minute provided the final spark needed to kill the game. The Brazilian substitute lived up to his "super-sub" billing by slotting home the third goal in the 83rd minute, capitalizing on a tiring Torino defense. With 16 total shots and a commanding display in possession, Genoa’s victory was as deserved as it was emphatic, leaving Torino to reflect on a disastrous afternoon that saw them outclassed in every department.
Key Questions
How did the red card for E. Ilkhan impact the match?
Ilkhan's red card just before half-time effectively ended Torino's chances, leaving them down two goals and a player.
How did substitute Junior Messias change the game?
Messias added technical flair off the bench and scored the final goal to wrap up a dominant 3-0 victory.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Mid-Table Grit at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 37/100. This is a classic tactical stalemate where neither side can afford to drop more points in their search for stability.
The Setup
Genoa enters this fixture with significant home woes, having won only 23% of their matches at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris this season. Their Form has been erratic, but they face a Torino side that is currently spiraling with three losses in their last five outings. With the Stakes remaining relatively low in terms of European qualification or immediate danger, this match is about pride and finding a Balance between defensive solidity and creative spark. The presence of Stars like Ruslan Malinovskyi provides the home fans with hope, especially given his recent clinical touch in front of goal.
Key Battle
The game will be won or lost in the engine room. Genoa's midfield unit must find a way to bypass Torino's structured defensive block. Without a clear individual mismatch, we expect a battle of units: Genoa’s high-pressing wing-backs against Torino’s disciplined back three. The ability of the home side to sustain pressure will test whether the visitors' defense can hold firm under the afternoon sun.
Our Verdict
Our take is that this will be a low-scoring affair defined by missed opportunities and defensive concentration. While V. Milinković-Savić will be expected to keep Torino in the game, the creative threat of C. Casadei in midfield might not be enough to overcome Genoa's determination at home. We expect a narrow margin or a hard-fought draw as both managers prioritize not losing over a risky pursuit of all three points.