The match between Parabiago U18 and Lyons Piacenza U18 took place under cloudy skies, resulting in a decisive 17-12 victory for the away side. The game witnessed a spirited contest, with Piacenza ultimately demonstrating greater clinicality in front of the try line.
The first half saw Piacenza establish an early lead. In the 2nd minute, a try was scored, although the accompanying conversion attempt missed. This was quickly followed by another try in the 12th minute, again with the conversion failing. Piacenza continued to press, and in the 24th minute, they registered a third try, this time successfully converting to extend their lead to 14-0. Parabiago struggled to penetrate the Piacenza defense during this period.
The second half began with a determined response from Parabiago. They managed to score a try in the 42nd minute, bringing the score to 14-5. However, the conversion attempt was unsuccessful, indicating a growing pressure from the home team. Parabiago’s resilience paid off in the 52nd minute when they crossed the try line for a second time, and this time the conversion was successful, reducing Piacenza’s lead to 14-12.
Despite a late push, Parabiago was unable to find another score. Piacenza’s defense held firm, and the final whistle confirmed their 17-12 victory. The three tries scored by Piacenza proved to be the difference, showcasing their attacking prowess. While Parabiago managed two tries, missed conversions and a failed penalty ultimately cost them the game. The match saw no yellow or red cards issued, suggesting a relatively disciplined contest despite the competitive nature of the encounter.
Key Stats: Piacenza U18 secured three tries and one conversion, while Parabiago U18 managed two tries and one conversion. The penalty count for both teams was zero, indicating that scoring opportunities often came from open play.