The Parma Panthers (6-2) delivered a commanding 40-0 shutout against the Milano Rhinos (3-4) in the Italian Football League, dominating at Parma’s Stadio Sergio Lanfranchi to solidify their Group A standing.
Panthers’ dominant start
QB Robert Patterson fired two first-half touchdown passes to Rocco Bonvicini and Tommaso Finadri, with kickers Pasquale Bitondi and Matteo Felli converting both. Bitondi added a 37-yard field goal, capping a 30-0 halftime lead.
Second-half control
Backup QB Tommaso Monardi guided the offense in the third quarter, setting up RB Federico Cristanini’s 8-yard rushing TD. Felli’s PAT extended the margin to 37-0.
Youthful finale
Eighteen-year-old Pietro Rizzi orchestrated a late drive, culminating in Felli’s 31-yard field goal to seal the 40-0 rout.
Playoff picture sharpens
The Panthers tightened their grip on a postseason berth, while the Rhinos’ struggles deepened with their fourth loss.