Reggina Triumphs Over Gozzano: Alma Emphasizes Club’s Ambition

Reggina secured a 3-2 victory against Gozzano in their second preseason friendly, reinforcing the positive trends observed in their early outings this season. The amaranto team established their lead in the first half, with goals from Abonckelet, Giuliano Alma, and Porcino, before Gozzano responded in the latter half.

Alma, who scored the temporary 2-0 with a penalty, spoke to the club's official channels post-match, highlighting the significance of the challenging encounter against Gozzano, a fellow competitor in the upcoming Serie D season. "Today’s match was certainly a more demanding test, as we faced a team that competes in our same category. We are on the right path, giving our all to implement the playing principles that the coach instills in us daily," he stated.

This latest performance marks another encouraging sign for Marco Marchionni’s squad, as they continue their preparations for the official season ahead. Alma's six goals in two friendlies underscore his offensive prowess, although he approached his scoring streak with a sense of balance, acknowledging that results at this stage are relatively insignificant. "Scoring is always gratifying, but goals in August are not what matter. For me, it’s about working hard to find my best form for the league, where results and goals will truly count," he explained.

The primary aim is to be in optimal condition for the league's kickoff, contributing both skill and experience to the team. During the interview, Alma also reflected on his connection to Reggio Calabria and the feelings he experienced as an opponent at the Granillo. His words highlighted the high expectations surrounding the amaranto team: "Having played against the warmth of the Reggio crowd, I can say that playing at Granillo is truly captivating. It may sound cliché, but Reggio Calabria has nothing to do with Serie D."

He expressed gratitude towards the fans who have been supporting the team during their training camp in Piedmont. "We thank the fans who are already here in Piedmont, showing us their affection. We all can’t wait to embrace those waiting for us back in Reggio."

These statements reflect the growing excitement surrounding Reggina as they prepare for their final preseason test against Sanremese, before shifting focus to the official commitments of the new season.