Empoli’s Last-Minute Goal Sends Frosinone to Serie B: A Dramatic Finish in Serie A

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Empoli beat Roma at injury time to escape Serie A relegation

 

Empoli secured their top-flight status with a dramatic last-gasp victory over AS Roma. The hero of the hour was M’Baye Niang, who drilled home from 12 yards deep into stoppage time, sending Frosinone down to Serie B.Empoli entered the final game of the season knowing that only a win would guarantee their safety. They faced a tough opponent in Roma, who had nothing left to play for but pride. Empoli’s manager, Davide Nicola, has become known for his remarkable comebacks. This match was no exception. Despite the odds stacked against them, Empoli fought valiantly to secure their Serie A status.M’Baye Niang, a second-half substitute, proved to be the hero. His clinical finish in the dying moments of the game not only secured Empoli’s survival but also condemned Frosinone to relegation.Roma, missing key players due to suspension and injury, couldn’t find their rhythm. Although they equalized through Houssem Aouar, Stephan El Shaarawy’s offside goal and Empoli’s late winner dashed their hopes of a sixth-place finish. Meanwhile, Udinese played their part by defeating Frosinone. Keinan Davis’s second-half strike ensured Udinese’s Serie A status for a 30th consecutive season.

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