Torino secured a crucial victory, reigniting their pursuit of a top-ten finish as they moved within two points of tenth place. This was made possible by Udinese’s defeat to Verona in Friuli.
The Granata edged out Empoli 1-0 in a tense contest that proved more challenging than anticipated, with Nikola Vlasic breaking the deadlock in the 70th minute.
Meanwhile, Empoli’s troubles deepened, as they remain in fourth-last place, now three points away from safety.
Empoli started on the front foot, carving out the first real opportunity of the game, only for Gineitis to thwart Grassi’s effort.
Torino weathered the early storm before responding with attempts from Vlasic and Biraghi testing Silvestri.
The visitors remained competitive, as Coco squandered a promising chance before Sambia fired over following an excellent move involving Gyasi and Cacace. As the first half drew to a close, Silvestri denied Che Adams, keeping Empoli in contention.
Sensing the need for change, Vanoli introduced Masina at the break, and the substitute immediately had an impact, creating Torino’s first real opportunity of the second half.
Empoli, initially more cautious after the restart, eventually found their rhythm, with Kouamé leading the charge. However, Gyasi wasted a golden opportunity, skying his effort from close range.
