Sports News of Sunday, 14 August 2016

Source: ghanasoccernet.com

Afriyie Acquah in full flight as Torino advance in Coppa Italia

Afriyie Acquah celebrating a goal with teammates Afriyie Acquah celebrating a goal with teammates

Afriyie Acquah lasted the entire duration as Torino crushed Serie B side Pro Vercelli 4-1 on Saturday to reach the fourth round of Coppa Italia.

The Ghana international midfielder was key in Roberto Donadoni’s 4-3-3 formation.

Adam Ljajic scored first in the 8th minute before Josef Martinez doubled the lead on 26 minutes to end the first half.

Bruno Peres made it three-nil by the 51st minute but Andrea La Mantia pulled one back six minutes later.

Daniele Baselli netted the fourth three minutes from time.