5 December 2019 at 20:00
Match Summary
Cagliari defeated Sampdoria 2:1. The match was played in Coppa Italia 2019. Goals were scored by A. Cerri 7′, D. Ragatzu 48′, M. Gabbiadini 87′. Cagliari had 53% possession while Sampdoria held 47%. Cagliari had 9 shots (5 on target) compared to 16 (7 on target) for Sampdoria. Cagliari made 3 substitutions, Sampdoria made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Cagliari and Sampdoria — 3 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
assist: D. Ragatzu
assist: A. Ioniţă
assist: R. Vieira Nan
Match Statistics
Cagliari had 53% possession against Sampdoria's 47%. Cagliari registered 9 shots (5 on target) while Sampdoria managed 16 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 0–9. Fouls committed: 9–9.
Lineups
Cagliari lined up in a 4-3-1-2 formation under R. Maran, while Sampdoria deployed a 4-4-2 under C. Ranieri.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Cagliari is 6.50, compared to 6.90 for Sampdoria. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Cagliari's highest-rated starter is A. Deiola (6.50), while Sampdoria's best-rated player is A. Ferrari (6.90).
Defensive Solidity
Cagliari deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Sampdoria's 4-man backline averaging 6.90. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Cagliari field 4 midfielders averaging 6.50, versus Sampdoria's 5 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Cagliari start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Sampdoria averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 84% for Cagliari and —% for Sampdoria. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Age & Experience
The average age of Cagliari's starting XI is 30.0 (youngest: A. Deiola (30), oldest: A. Deiola (30)), while Sampdoria average 31.0 (youngest: A. Ferrari (31), oldest: A. Ferrari (31)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Cagliari's starters average 3 league appearances each, versus 1 for Sampdoria. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: R. Maran
Substitutes
Coach: C. Ranieri
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Cagliari have recorded 1 wins, 0 draws and 5 defeats. Sampdoria show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Cagliari vs Sampdoria Head to Head Results
Cagliari and Sampdoria have met 21 times — Cagliari won 8, Sampdoria won 6, with 7 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Cagliari leads the head-to-head with 8 victories from 21 meetings. A combined 58 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.76 per match (28 for the home side, 30 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 11 matches (52%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 12 games (57%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Cagliari are currently unbeaten in the last 4 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–3 in 2019.
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Recent Meetings (21)
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