19 January 2022 at 16:30
Match Summary
Sassuolo defeated Cagliari 1:0. The match was played in Coppa Italia 2021. Goals were scored by A. Harroui 18′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Sassuolo had 54% possession while Cagliari held 46%. Sassuolo had 16 shots (6 on target) compared to 12 (3 on target) for Cagliari. Sassuolo made 3 substitutions, Cagliari made 4. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Leonardo Pavoletti 62′).
Match Events
Key match events between Sassuolo and Cagliari — 1 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Rogério
Match Statistics
Sassuolo had 54% possession against Cagliari's 46%. Sassuolo registered 16 shots (6 on target) while Cagliari managed 12 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 8–3. Fouls committed: 9–13.
Lineups
Sassuolo lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under A. Dionisi, while Cagliari deployed a 3-5-2 under W. Mazzarri.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sassuolo is —, compared to 6.65 for Cagliari. 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. Sassuolo's highest-rated starter is —, while Cagliari's best-rated player is A. Obert (7.05).
Defensive Solidity
Sassuolo deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Cagliari's 3-man backline averaging 7.05. 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
Sassuolo field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Cagliari's 5 rated 6.40. 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
Sassuolo start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Cagliari averaging 6.50. 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 —% for Sassuolo and 76% for Cagliari. 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 Sassuolo's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Cagliari average 28.8 (youngest: A. Obert (23), oldest: L. Pavoletti (37)). 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
Sassuolo's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 1 for Cagliari. 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: A. Dionisi
Substitutes
Coach: W. Mazzarri
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Sassuolo have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Cagliari show 1 wins, 0 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Sassuolo vs Cagliari Head to Head Results
Sassuolo and Cagliari have met 20 times — Sassuolo won 5, Cagliari won 5, with 10 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2013. A combined 60 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (32 for the home side, 28 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 15 matches (75%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 11 games (55%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 6–2 in 2017.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (20)
API data: 25 Apr 2026