Syracuse still last. But alive, proud and with a heart that knows no penalties

On the bitterest day – the one marked by the second deferment looming and bringing another blow in the standings – the blues respond in the best way: with a true performance, full of personality, on a difficult field and against a Casarano built to stay at the top. Instead, over the course of more than 100 minutes, Siracusa not only holds its ground: it often shows itself to be the better team.

The match immediately takes a turn for the worse with Cerbone's goal at the start of the second half, but the reaction is the "usual" one that has become a trademark: clear-headed, intense, never resigned. Valente takes charge of the team, pushing, creating, coming close. And then the highlight of the evening: a corner kick, the ball in the heart of the area, and Puzone heads it in for the equalizer at 1-1. A significant goal, not only for the point but for what it represents.

There’s also a hint of regret, because among chances, crosses, shots, and a near-miss off the crossbar, this Siracusa could have taken home the win. But the result does not erase the message: this team is present, fights, believes, and deserves respect. Turati and his staff are holding everything together amidst the storm, and the group responds with a rare cohesion.

Regardless of the outcome, this is a team that does not give up. And as long as Siracusa remains like this, no standings will truly tell who they are.