Serie A: Bologna Snatch Dramatic 3-2 Win Over Torino in Serie A Thriller

Bologna came from behind to beat Torino 3-2, with Ndoye's brace and a Cristiano Biraghi own goal sealing the win.

Dan Ndoye's double propelled Bologna to a thrilling 3-2 Serie A victory over Torino, extending their unbeaten streak to 10 matches. This win marked the third time in 2025 that Bologna has come from behind to secure a victory.

Heavy rain in Northern Italy had threatened to postpone the match, but the game went ahead despite standing water on the pitch. The challenging conditions did not hinder either team's performance, with Torino creating the first notable opportunity through Tommaso Pobega. His powerful, angled effort from 20 yards was saved, and the hosts' momentum continued.

Biraghi with a late own goal and Bologna come out on top in a five-goal thriller 👏#BolognaTorino pic.twitter.com/nxbdnCEKsJ

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Torino initially had a penalty awarded for a foul on Ndoye by Karol Linetty, but the decision was overturned following a VAR review. However, the hosts eventually took the lead in the 20th minute, as Ndoye burst onto Pobega's precise pass and scored from a tight angle.

Ndoye's opening goal seemed to stir Torino into action, as they began to create scoring opportunities. Ché Adams had a chance saved, and Yann Karamoh slipped on the wet turf while attempting to capitalize on Adams' unselfish pass. However, Torino's persistence paid off as Nikola Vlašić equalized with a skillful turn and finish in the penalty area, following a counter-attack.

Vlašić's goal marked the first time Vincenzo Italiano's side had conceded in over five hours, and it appeared to expose some vulnerability. Adams squandered another significant opportunity before halftime, but after the break, Bologna regained control. Dan Ndoye was denied by Vanja Milinković-Savić and then headed a deep cross over the bar at the back post.

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Those missed chances proved costly for Bologna, as Torino took the lead for the first time just after the hour mark. Elif Elmas scored a stunning goal, showcasing his skill by clipping the ball over a diving defender in the box before emphatically finding the back of the net. Paolo Vanoli's side had turned the match around, leaving Bologna to chase the game once again.

The match continued to twist and turn, with Torino eventually awarded a penalty after Tommaso Pobega was fouled in the area. Dan Ndoye stepped up to take the spot-kick and calmly slotted it into the bottom corner, past the goalkeeper's desperate dive.

Ndoye, seeking his first-ever hat-trick, came close to scoring again when he clipped a shot wide. Meanwhile, at the other end, Torino's Adams unleashed a powerful strike that was tipped over the bar. This was a rare foray forward for Torino, who were aiming to extend their unbeaten away run to six games for the first time since May 2023.

In a stunning late turn of events, Bologna snatched victory from the jaws of defeat. After Remo Freuler had squandered a gilt-edged chance for the hosts, Cristiano Biraghi inadvertently scored an own goal, deflecting the ball into his net after Santiago Castro's initial effort had been blocked.

Elmas' stunning strike proved to be the winner, securing Torino's sixth home victory in the league this season.