Joel Pohjanpalo showcased his scoring prowess by netting two goals in Palermo's vital home match against Empoli at La Favorita. He opened the scoring by putting Palermo ahead 2-1 just before the 60-minute mark and later sealed the victory with a penalty kick, making it 3-2. Palermo's goalkeeper Jesse Joronen made an essential save during stoppage time, preserving the win after Empoli had a great opportunity to equalize.