Augusta–ACR Messina 0-1: Varela delivers the first league win

Messina start Group B of Eccellenza with three points: Varela’s goal after just three minutes proves decisive.

ACR Messina begin their league campaign with a win. On the opening matchday of Eccellenza Group B, the Giallorossi beat Augusta 1-0 at Stadio “Fontana” to claim the season’s first three points.

Ignacio Lucas Varela decided the match with a goal after just three minutes. The effective start immediately put Messina in control of the game and allowed the team to face the rest of the match from a favourable position.

The opening goal came from a free kick taken by Kragl. Blondett got a touch and extended the ball towards Varela, who finished successfully to put ACR Messina ahead.

After the goal, the Giallorossi continued to threaten. Burzio tested Lumia, while Pellegrino forced the Augusta goalkeeper into a save with a left-footed effort. The hosts remained in the match and tried to respond, but Messina’s defence kept control.

After the break, ACR Messina managed the result without giving up their attacking intent. The substitutions brought fresh energy and helped the Giallorossi create further chances.

La Spada found the net, but the goal was ruled out for offside. Late on, Bonanno came close to doubling the lead by hitting the crossbar. Augusta tried to use the final minutes, but Messina held on until the final whistle.

The 1-0 win is an important result to begin the new league journey. The team take home three points, keep a clean sheet and show resilience during the most difficult moments of the match.

After the trip to Augusta, attention turns to the next fixture: ACR Messina face Nebros on Sunday 20 September 2026 at 15:30 at Stadio Franco Scoglio in Messina.