TURIN, Italy (AP) – Parma conceded two own goals within two minutes, leading to a 4-1 loss against Torino in Serie A on Friday. The match, which began with a tight contest, shifted dramatically early in the second half.
Giovanni Simeone opened the scoring for Torino in the third minute, but Parma’s Mateo Pellegrino equalized in the 20th minute. However, the game turned decisively against Parma shortly after halftime.
Own Goals Shift the Momentum
Parma’s downfall began when Enrico Delprato inadvertently redirected a Che Adams shot into his own net in the 55th minute. Just two minutes later, Mandela Keita faced misfortune as a shot from Simeone rebounded off the crossbar, struck him, and rolled into the net.
Torino Secures Victory
Duvan Zapata added a fourth goal in stoppage time, securing a comfortable win for Torino. This victory marked only Torino’s second win in their last six matches, moving them up to 13th place in the league.
Parma’s Unbeaten Streak Ends
The defeat ended Parma’s five-game unbeaten streak, leaving them in 12th place, just one point above Torino. The match showcased a significant shift in fortunes for both teams.