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Lecce seals 2-0 victory over Venezia following VAR interventions

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 6:39 PM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Lecce seals 2-0 victory over Venezia following VAR interventions

Summary

Lecce earned a 2-0 away victory against Venezia on August 23, 2026. Goals from Gorter and Tiago Gabriel in the second half secured the win, while Venezia had two goals disallowed by VAR. The home side dominated possession and created multiple chances, including an early disallowed goal for handball. Lecce capitalized on a defensive lapse early in the second half, followed by a late header from Tiago Gabriel to seal the match. Venezia’s frustrations grew with a near miss in the closing moments.

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By the Numbers

•Lecce scores twice in the second half to secure the win
•Venezia sees two goals disallowed by VAR
•Gorter finds the net shortly after halftime
•Tiago Gabriel heads in a goal in the 80th minute
•Venezia controlled over 70% of possession

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6:39 PMYahoo Sports — 💣 Lecce win 2-0 at Venezia! Double VAR, Stulic howler 🥶

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Lecce win 2-0 away at Venezia in a match where Di Francesco’s side suffered, were saved twice by VAR, and made the most of their chances, scoring through Gorter (46') and Tiago Gabriel (80') at two ...
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