Torino beat Udinese 2-1 at home in a tightly contested Serie A match.

The Serie A encounter took place on 12 October 2026 at the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino in Torino. Both sides entered the game looking to claim three points, and the atmosphere was charged as the home crowd anticipated a competitive showdown.

How it unfolded

The first half remained level until the 36th minute, when Daniel Bragança gave Torino the lead. The Portuguese midfielder met a corner with a left-footed strike from very close range, directing the ball into the bottom left corner of the net. The goal restored confidence to the home side and forced Udinese to respond.

Just seven minutes later, Udinese equalised. Jurgen Ekkelenkamp received the ball on the left side of the box and unleashed a left-footed shot that curled into the bottom right corner. The goal was confirmed after a VAR review, bringing the score to 1-1 and setting up a tense second half.

The decisive moment arrived in the 67th minute. Sandro Kulenovic, operating in the centre of the box, struck a right-footed shot that found the bottom left corner, restoring Torino’s advantage. The strike came after sustained pressure and gave the home side a crucial lead.

Late drama unfolded in the 89th minute when Nicolò Bertola was shown a yellow card for a bad foul. The booking was the only disciplinary action of the match, and the game concluded without any further incidents.

Standout performers

  • Daniel Bragança (Torino) – Scored the opening goal with a close-range finish from a corner.
  • Jurgen Ekkelenkamp (Udinese) – Equalised with a precise left-footed strike from the left side of the box, confirmed after VAR.
  • Sandro Kulenovic (Torino) – Secured the win with a well-timed right-footed shot from the centre of the box.

Match facts

  • Final score: Torino 2-1 Udinese
  • Scorers: Daniel Bragança (36'), Jurgen Ekkelenkamp (43'), Sandro Kulenovic (67')
  • Bookings: Nicolò Bertola (Udinese) – yellow card, 89' (bad foul)
  • Venue: Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino, Torino

What it means

The victory gives Torino three points from the Serie A fixture, while Udinese return home with a single point. Both teams will look to build on the performances as the season progresses.