Italy women win bronze with Padalino’s brace of goals

Italy women win the bronze, defeating fighting Ukraine 2-1 in the penultimate match of the 6-nation Delhi Olympic Qualifier.

Italy’s relentless efforts bore the fruit in the dying moments of the first half. Doriana Alessia Padalion struck the eluding goal for her team.

Seven minutes into the second half, Bohdana Savoda replied in style (1-1).

The issue of medal was decided three minutes before the hooter when Padolino hit a bouncing ball with a powerful forehand, the ball just zoomed into the cage.