Vicenza Virtus — Catania: 1:1, Coppa Italia

Vicenza Virtus and Catania played out a 1:1 draw in the Coppa Italia Round of 128 on Friday evening, with the home side advancing on penalties after extra time produced no further goals. The match took place on 8 August 2026 at Vicenza Virtus' ground.

G. Moncini gave the hosts the lead in the 25th minute, but E. Cicerelli equalised from the penalty spot just before half-time. Three yellow cards fell to Catania during the contest, with the remaining bookings shared between the sides.

Extra time brought no decisive moment. Vicenza Virtus held firm at 1:1 through the additional 30 minutes, and the tie was settled on spot-kicks. The penalty shootout saw both teams trade attempts before Vicenza emerged victorious.

The statistics tell a story of roughly even contest. Catania edged possession at 54 per cent to Vicenza's 46, while the visitors also generated more attacks with 70 to 63. Shot accuracy was comparable, with Vicenza landing half their attempts on target and Catania slightly better at 53 per cent.

Vicenza Virtus had arrived at this stage with mixed recent form, including a 2:2 draw with Genoa and a heavy 0:3 defeat to the same side. Catania's run showed more volatility, from a 2:1 win over Ascoli to a 0:4 hammering by the same opponent.

The result moves Vicenza Virtus into the next round of the Coppa Italia. Catania's cup campaign comes to an end, and they will now focus on their league commitments.