Lecce Triumphs 3-1 Over Parma in Thrilling Serie A Match

Lecce staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Parma 3-1 in an exciting Serie A encounter. The away victory provides a significant boost to Lecce’s battle against relegation.

Parma took an early lead through Emanuele Valeri’s penalty in the 34th minute, awarded after a VAR review for a handball by Baschirotto. However, Lecce’s response was swift and decisive. Just two minutes later, Nikola Krstovic equalized with a superb header, having earlier had a goal disallowed.

The second half saw Lecce take control of the match. Santiago Pierotti proved to be the hero, scoring twice to secure the win. His first goal came from a counter-attack initiated by Krstovic, while his second, deep into stoppage time, sealed the 3-1 victory.

This win marks a significant turnaround for Lecce following recent defeats against Cagliari and Inter. The result lifts them to 23 points, creating a crucial gap from the relegation zone. In contrast, Parma remains on 20 points, with their home fans expressing displeasure through loud whistles at the final whistle.

The match showcased Lecce’s resilience and attacking prowess, particularly through the performances of Krstovic and Pierotti. Their ability to overturn the deficit and dominate the second half demonstrated the team’s fighting spirit and tactical acumen under manager Marco Giampaolo.

For Parma, this defeat represents a missed opportunity to distance themselves from the relegation battle. Manager Fabio Pecchia will need to regroup his team quickly to bounce back from this disappointing home loss.

As the Serie A season progresses, this victory could prove pivotal for Lecce in their quest for top-flight survival, while Parma faces increased pressure in the coming fixtures.