The match day dawned cloudy, providing a backdrop for a spirited U18 rugby encounter between Calvisano Rugby and Parabiago FA. The game witnessed a flurry of tries and penalties, ultimately resulting in a 31-27 victory for Calvisano.
The first half saw Parabiago strike early, with a try coming in the first minute, swiftly followed by a conversion. Calvisano responded with a try in the 5th minute, though the conversion was missed. The momentum shifted in the 16th minute when Calvisano secured another try, converted to level the score. A further try from Calvisano in the 22nd minute put them ahead. Parabiago responded with a penalty in the 39th minute, but Calvisano continued to press, adding a try in the 42nd minute, converted to extend their lead. Parabiago managed a try in the 44th minute, followed by a conversion, closing the gap. The half ended with Parabiago adding another try and conversion in the 51st minute.
The second half began with a yellow card for a Calvisano player in the 51st minute. Despite this setback, Calvisano continued to dominate. They added a try in the 54th minute, converted to restore a five-point lead. Parabiago missed a penalty attempt in the 62nd minute, and another penalty in the 65th minute. In the final moments of the game, Parabiago received a penalty in the 70th minute, but it proved unsuccessful.
Calvisano's 13 proved to be a standout performer, crossing the try line twice and contributing significantly to the team's scoring efforts. Parabiago's 10 was also influential, scoring a try and kicking two conversions and two penalties. The game saw a total of five tries scored, alongside two conversions and two penalties. Two yellow cards were issued during the match, one to a Calvisano player and one to a Parabiago player, reflecting the intensity of the contest. The final scoreline of 31-27 highlights a closely contested match, with Calvisano ultimately demonstrating greater resilience and attacking prowess.
Key Stats:
- Tries: Calvisano 5 - Parabiago 3
- Conversions: Calvisano 3 - Parabiago 3
- Penalties: Calvisano 0 - Parabiago 2
- Yellow Cards: Calvisano 1 - Parabiago 1