Though eliminated from Final Four contention, Italian champions Catania finished their UEFA Futsal Champions League campaign on a high note with an exciting victory. The Sicilian squad piled on a 2-3 win against highly rated Riga in the final match of the group stage in Cartagena.
A Tactical Shift Leads Etna to Victory
Catania tactically shifted their strategy for this crucial match at Cartagena’s Palacio de los deportes, resulting in a contrasting performance compared to their first two outings. The team successfully stifled their opponents, refusing to concede a goal. They broke the deadlock through Salamone, taking a 1-0 lead into halftime.
After the restart, a brilliant one-two play from Podda and Bocao propelled Catania forward. Talles and Claudino attempted a comeback for Riga but ultimately fell short. The final whistle blew with Catania securing a hard-fought 2-3 victory.
