5 August 2022 at 15:45
Match Summary
Cagliari defeated Perugia 3:2. The match was played in Coppa Italia 2022. Goals were scored by G. Altare 2′, F. Melchiorri 32′, G. Di Serio 67′, G. Lapadula 80′ (pen.), N. Viola 89′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Cagliari had 65% possession while Perugia held 35%. Cagliari had 12 shots (3 on target) compared to 9 (3 on target) for Perugia. Cagliari made 5 substitutions, Perugia made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Cagliari and Perugia — 5 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: N. Viola
assist: C. Kouan
assist: F. Melchiorri
Penalty
Match Statistics
Cagliari had 65% possession against Perugia's 35%. Cagliari registered 12 shots (3 on target) while Perugia managed 9 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 7–2. Fouls committed: 9–24.
Lineups
Cagliari lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under F. Liverani, while Perugia deployed a 3-5-1-1 under F. Castori.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Cagliari is 6.74, compared to — for Perugia. 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. Obert (7.05), while Perugia's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Cagliari deploy 4 defenders rated 7.00 on average, against Perugia's 3-man backline averaging —. 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 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Perugia'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 3 forward(s) averaging 6.47, compared to 2 for Perugia 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 78% for Cagliari and —% for Perugia. 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 27.6 (youngest: A. Obert (23), oldest: L. Pavoletti (37)), while Perugia average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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 1 league appearances each, versus 0 for Perugia. 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: F. Liverani
Substitutes
Coach: F. Castori
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Cagliari have recorded 1 wins, 0 draws and 5 defeats. Perugia show 1 wins, 4 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Cagliari vs Perugia Head to Head Results
Cagliari and Perugia have met 2 times — Cagliari won 2, Perugia won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2022. Cagliari leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 10 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (8 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–5 in 2023.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 25 Apr 2026