SESTO SAN GIOVANNI, Italy (Interstat) — Brescia scored three first-half goals and defeated Alcione 4-0 on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, in a Serie C match at Stadio Ernesto Breda. The visiting side controlled the game from the opening minutes and never allowed Alcione to settle, producing a decisive road performance in the Italian third tier. Brescia added a final goal after the break to complete the scoring.

Giorgio Galli opened the scoring in the third minute, giving Brescia an early lead. Valerio Crespi doubled the advantage in the 10th minute, and Andrea Rizzo Pinna made it three goals before halftime with a strike in the 45th minute. Mattia Zennaro capped the victory in the 70th minute, scoring Brescia’s fourth goal of the match.

Alcione struggled to sustain possession after the opening goal. Brescia pressed high and won the ball in dangerous areas, forcing the home side into hurried clearances. The visitors’ movement in midfield created space for the forwards, and Brescia repeatedly broke through before halftime. After the break, Brescia managed the game with composure. Alcione tried to push forward, but Brescia’s back line held firm and limited clear chances. The fourth goal in the 70th minute removed any remaining doubt and allowed Brescia to see out the closing stages. Brescia’s midfield won second balls and kept Alcione from building rhythm. The home side’s attempts to counter were often slowed by Brescia’s compact shape. Whenever Alcione did advance, the final pass was hurried or intercepted.

Zennaro, a midfielder, played the full 90 minutes and scored once, finishing as the most influential performer listed for Brescia. Rizzo Pinna, also a midfielder, scored once while playing 78 minutes. Crespi, a forward, scored once in 65 minutes of action. Their contributions helped Brescia turn a strong start into a comfortable result.

Brescia also received yellow cards in the match. Sina Samuele was booked in the 20th minute, and Alessandro Mercati was cautioned in the 63rd minute. Alcione was unable to find a response, managing no goals despite playing at home. The clean sheet reflected Brescia’s control across the contest.

The result moved Brescia to two wins and no losses in Serie C this season. Brescia’s overall record also stands at two wins and no losses across all competitions. Alcione’s Serie C record is now no wins, one loss and three draws. Alcione’s overall record across all competitions remains no wins, one loss and three draws.

Brescia’s attack set the tone early, and the visitors never trailed. Galli’s third-minute goal forced Alcione to chase the game, and Crespi’s finish seven minutes later made the task even harder. Rizzo Pinna struck just before the halftime whistle, giving Brescia a three-goal cushion that reflected its sharper play in the final third. Brescia’s passing was crisp, and the visitors repeatedly found space between Alcione’s midfield and defense.

Zennaro added the final goal in the 70th minute. By then, Brescia was content to protect its lead and limit Alcione’s space in the attacking half. Alcione continued to work through midfield but could not create a clear scoring chance. Brescia’s defenders stayed organized and closed down passing lanes, preserving the shutout. Alcione’s best moments came from set pieces, but Brescia dealt with them comfortably. The home crowd grew quiet as the second half wore on, while Brescia controlled possession and tempo.

The match was played at Stadio Ernesto Breda in Sesto San Giovanni. The Serie C fixture drew attention for Brescia’s attacking efficiency, as the visiting team made the most of its chances and kept Alcione scoreless. Brescia’s defense protected the lead throughout, limiting the home side’s opportunities to build momentum. Brescia’s goalkeeper was rarely tested as the visitors limited Alcione to efforts from distance.

Before the match, the Interstat game simulator projected a final score of Alcione 1, Brescia 1. Interstat’s ELO system gave Alcione a 63.9 percent probability to win.