Torino stay two points clear as Kulenović rescues 1-1 draw at Bologna

Bologna drew 1-1 with Torino at Renato Dall’Ara, leaving Torino two points clear of their hosts in Serie A. Bologna remain 17th on one point from four matches, while Torino sit 15th on three points.

How it happened

Federico Bernardeschi put Bologna ahead in the 14th minute, converting their early advantage into the only goal of the first half. Torino responded after the interval and levelled in the 77th minute through Sandro Kulenović, who finished from R. Mandragora’s assist. Torino ended with 13 total shots to Bologna’s 11, but Bologna recorded eight efforts inside the box to Torino’s six.

The numbers

Torino controlled 60% possession and completed 373 passes at an 80% accuracy rate, compared with Bologna’s 236 accurate passes from 320 at 74%. The visitors also won six corners to Bologna’s one. Bologna’s goalkeeper made two saves, while Torino’s goalkeeper was not required to make a save.

Who decided it

Kulenović shaped the result after coming on for 37 minutes, scoring once and putting two shots on target. His 8.0 match rating was the highest of the game, narrowly ahead of Bernardeschi’s 7.9 after the Bologna forward scored and supplied one key pass in 76 minutes. Juan Miranda also produced four key passes and four tackles.

Why it matters

The result extends Bologna’s difficult start to one draw and three defeats, with two goals scored and five conceded overall. Torino’s record is one win, one draw and three defeats with four goals scored and seven conceded, leaving both clubs well behind league leaders AS Roma, who have 12 points.