Bologna started the match against Lecce with a one-goal lead, thanks to a spectacular bicycle from Riccardo Orsolini in the 17th minute. The goal came after a pass from Cambiaghi from the left, which created an area of space for Orsolini, who took the opportunity with an acrobatic shot. The goal gave the rossoblù a 1-0 lead at the end of the first half.
The match was characterized by a lively start. Bologna had several opportunities to create danger, but Lecce tried to respond without being able to find space in the opponent's half of the field. The first half was dominated by Bologna, who tried to maintain control of the game, but Lecce tried to resist.
In the second half, Bologna tried to double their lead. In the 26th minute, Piccoli created an area of space for Zortea, who seized the opportunity with a shot that found Falcone's low grip. Lecce tried to react, but had difficulty creating threats for the defense led by new signing Darmian, who made his debut immediately due to Theate's injury.
In the 34th minute, Ilic suffered a physical problem and left the field to Ngom in the Giallorossi midfield. Bologna continued to try to double their lead, but Lecce maintained their resistance. At the end of the first half, Bologna led 1-0.
The final result was 0-1 in favor of Bologna. Lecce tried to react, but failed to find the goal. Bologna ended the first half with a one goal lead, but the final result was 0-1 in favor of Bologna.