Vitinha finally scores… but Genoa loses

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By: Manu Tournoux

Vitinha finally scores… but Genoa loses

Vitinha, the most expensive recruit in OM history, scored his first goal with Genoa, where he is on loan.

Coming on at half-time for Genoa when they hosted Monza, Vitinha finally launched his career in the Italian championship. Unfortunately for the player on loan from Olympique de Marseille, his first goal in his new colors after a rough start came on a defeat evening. It was indeed Monza which came to win (2-3) in Genoa to seize 10th place in Serie A.

Vitinha will at least have taken a breath of fresh air in terms of confidence, thanks to a very nice goal to allow Genoa to return to 2-2 (60th). With a beautiful left-footed strike, the Portuguese, the most expensive recruit in OM history, showed a real attacking gesture too rarely seen on the Canebière.

An end of the season in a soft stomach

Unfortunately for the locals, for whom Kevin Strootman and Ruslan Malinovskyi also took to the field, Daniele Maldini, Paolo’s son, gave Monza the lead again at the end of the game (80th).

Genoa is only 12th in Serie A, 10 points ahead of the relegation zone and 20 behind the European places. The end of the season looks a little moribund for Alberto Gilardino’s players.

Earlier in the day, Inter Milan won in Bologna (0-1), Sassuolo dominated Frosinone (1-0) and Cagliari beat Salernitana (4-2).

Manu Tournoux

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Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.