Empoli draws with Spezia: Esposito and Popov shine

Empoli draws with Spezia: Esposito and Popov shine | A. Fulignati

Empoli draws 1-1 with Spezia: check out the player ratings and comments on the Serie B match

2 Jul 2026 By Margherita Bellini · senior correspondent

What happened?

Empoli drew 1-1 with Spezia in the Serie B match. The game saw Esposito and Popov as protagonists.

Empoli started the game with an offensive formation, but Spezia took the lead with a penalty converted by Esposito.

Empoli reacted with a series of scoring opportunities, but it was Popov who scored the equalizing goal with a left-footed touch.

The player ratings for Empoli were positive, with Popov and Ilie standing out for their performance.

Guido Pagliuca commented on the game, highlighting Empoli's positive performance and the need to continue working to improve the team.