Torino beat Monza 3-2 at the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino.

The Serie A encounter between Torino and Monza unfolded on 23 October 2026 under the lights of the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino. Both sides entered the match looking to claim three points, and the atmosphere was charged as the home crowd anticipated a competitive showdown.

How it unfolded

The first half was tightly contested until the 34th minute, when Torino’s Adrian Ismajli was shown a yellow card for a bad foul. The booking did not alter the flow of play, but it signalled Torino’s intent to disrupt Monza’s attacks.

Just five minutes later, Torino broke the deadlock. Kian Fitz-Jim received a precise pass from Giovanni Simeone and unleashed a left-footed shot from the centre of the box, curling it into the top right corner to make it 1-0. The goal highlighted Torino’s growing confidence and set the tone for the remainder of the match.

Monza responded quickly after the interval. In the 47th minute, Gustavo Varela struck with his right foot from the right side of the box, sending the ball to the bottom left corner and restoring parity at 1-1. The equaliser renewed Monza’s belief and raised the stakes for both teams.

Torino reclaimed the lead in the 61st minute. Rafik Belghali, positioned outside the penalty area, took a right-footed strike that found the bottom right corner, assisted by Gvidas Gineitis. The 2-1 advantage re-established Torino’s momentum and forced Monza to chase the game once more.

The home side extended their lead ten minutes later. Nikola Vlasic, operating in the centre of the box, fired a right-footed shot that rose to the high centre of the net, making it 3-1 in the 72nd minute. At this point Torino appeared to be in control, but Monza continued to press.

In injury time, the drama resurfaced. Nathan Patterson, attempting to clear a cross, inadvertently turned the ball into his own net in the 90'+4' minute, reducing the deficit to 3-2. The own goal gave Monza a glimmer of hope, but the final whistle confirmed Torino’s three-goal tally.

Standout performers

Kian Fitz-Jim earned the opening goal, his composure inside the box and the quality of his finish proving decisive. Giovanni Simeone’s assist set up that crucial strike.

Rafik Belghali’s long-range effort, supplied by Gvidas Gineitis, was another highlight, showcasing his ability to score from distance.

Nikola Vlasic added a clinical finish from close range to seal the win for Torino.

For Monza, Gustavo Varela’s equaliser demonstrated his knack for finding space in the box and converting under pressure.

Match facts

  • Final score: Torino 3-2 Monza
  • Scorers:
    • Kian Fitz-Jim (39’) – assist Giovanni Simeone
    • Gustavo Varela (47’)
    • Rafik Belghali (61’) – assist Gvidas Gineitis
    • Nikola Vlasic (72’)
    • Nathan Patterson (own goal, 90'+4’)
  • Bookings: Adrian Ismajli (Torino) – yellow card, 34’
  • Venue: Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino, Torino

What it means

The victory gives Torino three points from the Serie A fixture, reinforcing their home advantage, while Monza leaves the match with a narrow defeat that leaves them just short of a comeback despite a late own goal.