Popov scored in a penalty shoot-out in the Coppa Italia, but Empoli were relegated by Pisa

Bohdan Popov's Empoli failed to make it to the 1/16 finals of the Italian Cup 2026/27. In the match of the 1/32 finals, the Ukrainian team drew with Pisa - 1:1, and lost in the penalty shootout with a score of 3:4. Pisa took the lead in the 44th minute thanks to a goal by Marras. Empoli managed to restore balance after the break - Saporiti scored in the 61st minute. The main and extra time ended without a score change, so the winner was determined in a series of penalty kicks. Popov was given the opportunity to take a penalty and converted his attempt. At the same time, two of his partners could not score, while Pisa's players did not make a single mistake. In the end, Pisa won 4-3 on penalties and advanced to the next round of the Coppa Italia, while Empoli finished the tournament. Pisa - Empoli 1:1 (4:3 in the penalty shootout) Goals: Marras, 44 - Saporiti, 61