Simeone struck after four minutes, finishing a cross from Belghali to give Torino an early lead. Adams doubled the advantage in the 24th minute, turning Simeone’s effort towards goal into the net from close range. Simeone then completed his brace in the 69th minute with a powerful strike from distance.
Parma improved after the break and created chances, but their response could not undo the damage caused by their opening 30 minutes. Coach Alberto Gilardino accepted responsibility for the way his team began.
“The first half-hour was far too bad to be true. We were always second to the ball and late with our pressing, too far away from second balls and, at times, stretched out,” Gilardino said.
“We defended the goals with plenty of players in the penalty area, but we lacked attention to the small details. I take full responsibility for those opening minutes.”
Parma registered 25 shots, with 10 on target, according to Gilardino, but Torino were more clinical. The home side briefly threatened a comeback after half-time, with substitutes bringing greater energy, yet Simeone’s third goal settled the contest. Parma’s late effort through Marin Frigan was ruled out for offside following a VAR review.
Gilardino said his team needed to learn from the defeat without losing confidence. He pointed to the chances created and the positive contributions of players introduced from the bench, while urging the squad to remain united.
“The team needs me and needs confidence. The environment must stay together. I see the players working in training and, despite the mistakes today, they gave everything,” he said.
He also acknowledged that Parma had appeared mentally unprepared during the opening stages, and said that could not be allowed to happen again.
“We seemed too slow in our thinking and not active enough in the game. That is on me, because I did not manage to transmit what the match required. We have to start with the right mentality and pay attention to the details.”
Torino coach Ignazio Abate resisted describing the result as a turning point, stressing that his team were still building towards his ideas.
“You like talking about turning points and crucial games. We have started a process, and the road is long. Changing ideas takes time, as does building connections and a group with strong values,” Abate said.
He praised his players’ commitment and the way they defended after taking control, while singling out Simeone’s persistence. The striker had continued working for the team despite pressure and was rewarded with two goals.
Torino secured consecutive league victories, while Parma suffered another heavy defeat. Gilardino’s challenge now is to ensure his side’s next performance begins with the urgency missing at the Tardini.