Il Torino ritrova l’Udinese: nella sfida d’andata mister Vanoli aveva sperimentato per la prima volta la difesa a 4
Having already put behind them the Como misstep, the second in 2025 and the first in two months, Torino already has its head to the next league challenge. The granata will “celebrate” Easter Monday together with Udinese, as the bianconeri will pay a visit to the Olimpico Grande Torino just next Monday. And it can almost really be called a celebration, as both teams have no more goals to achieve and have a chance to play without pressure. However, Udinese represents a significant opponent for Toro and especially for Vanoli, because it is against them that the granata’s season has turned around in a positive way.
Il cambio modulo
For many, the 2-2 draw in the first leg may seem like an anonymous result, but that is actually where Torino’s year took a good turn. Down 2-0 at halftime, in fact, Vanoli decided to upset the lineup with two changes, most notably inserting Lazaro in place of Pedersen. A substitution that allowed him to question what until then had been his certainties, but above all it gave a very effective boost to the team. In fact, the Toro showed up in the second half with an unprecedented 4-2-3-1 that immediately allowed for answers. Result? 2 goals in 11 minutes and a system of play confirmed for all the following matches. The rest is history.
Ottimi risultati
Beyond a few exceptions due to Lazaro’s recent absences, Vanoli has since that time always made use of the 4-2-3-1 as a basic module, achieving important results. The 4 wins and 9 draws obtained so far are no coincidence, with very good streaks interrupted only by two defeats. Udine thus marked a turning point for Torino, of the past, present and perhaps even the future.
Paolo Vanoli, head coach of Torino FC, looks on prior to the Serie A football match between Torino FC and Empoli FC.
