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Bologna Edges Inter on Penalties, Reaches Super Cup Final

12/20/2025

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Bologna Secures Final

Bologna advanced to the Italian Super Cup final by defeating Inter Milan 3-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Riyadh.
Inter led early through Marcus Thuram, but Bologna equalized with Riccardo Orsolini's penalty after a VAR review.
Ciro Immobile scored the decisive penalty in the shootout to seal Bologna’s victory.
Bologna will face Napoli, who beat AC Milan 2-0 in the other semifinal, in the final on Monday.

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Bernardeschi's Injury Concern

Federico Bernardeschi of Bologna left the Supercoppa Italiana semi-final against Inter Milan after 40 minutes with a shoulder issue, raising concerns of a possible dislocation.
Bernardeschi, who joined Bologna from Toronto FC, was a key starter but could not continue after a fall.
Bologna will monitor his condition as the team prepares for the final against Napoli.

History

Historical Context

Established in 1988, the Supercoppa Italiana is a prestigious football competition organized by the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) to elevate Italian football's global profile. The inaugural match occurred on June 14, 1989, featuring AC Milan and Sampdoria, with Milan winning 3–1. Bologna's recent semifinal victory over Inter Milan highlights the ongoing competitive spirit in Serie A as they prepare for the final against Napoli.

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Bologna Secures Final

Bologna advanced to the Italian Super Cup final by defeating Inter Milan 3-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Riyadh.
Inter led early through Marcus Thuram, but Bologna equalized with Riccardo Orsolini's penalty after a VAR review.
Ciro Immobile scored the decisive penalty in the shootout to seal Bologna’s victory.
Bologna will face Napoli, who beat AC Milan 2-0 in the other semifinal, in the final on Monday.

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