The Match

Set near Rome, this drama focuses on a football game played on a dirt pitch. The sporting event serves as a backdrop for a young player, his coach, and the team owner as they confront their personal struggles and settle old scores. While the match determines the outcome of the league, the characters use the moment to seek a turning point in their own lives.

Francesco Carnesecchi wrote and directed the film, which was produced by several companies including Freak Factory and Wrong Way Pictures. The cast features Francesco Pannofino as Claudio Bulla, Alberto Di Stasio as Italo, and Gabriele Fiore as Antonio, alongside Giorgio Colangeli, Fabrizio Sabatucci, and Stefano Ambrogi.

Released in February 2020, the movie has a runtime of 96 minutes. It holds a rating of 5.7/10 on TMDB based on 91 votes.