20 October 2022 at 19:00
Match Summary
Bologna defeated Cagliari 1:0. The match was played in Coppa Italia 2022. Goals were scored by A. Obert 69′ (o.g.). 2 yellow cards were shown. Bologna had 57% possession while Cagliari held 43%. Bologna had 17 shots (8 on target) compared to 6 (0 on target) for Cagliari. Bologna made 5 substitutions, Cagliari made 4. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Kevin Bonifazi 42′).
Match Events
Key match events between Bologna and Cagliari — 1 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
Own Goal
Match Statistics
Bologna had 57% possession against Cagliari's 43%. Bologna registered 17 shots (8 on target) while Cagliari managed 6 (0 on target). Corner kicks: 8–1. Fouls committed: 9–6.
Lineups
Bologna lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under T. Motta, while Cagliari deployed a 4-3-3 under F. Liverani.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Bologna is 6.63, compared to 6.72 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. Bologna's highest-rated starter is N. Moro (7.00), while Cagliari's best-rated player is A. Obert (7.05).
Defensive Solidity
Bologna deploy 4 defenders rated 6.30 on average, against Cagliari's 4-man backline averaging 6.72. 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
Bologna field 5 midfielders averaging 6.80, versus Cagliari's 3 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
Bologna start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Cagliari 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 83% for Bologna and 82% 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 Bologna's starting XI is 28.3 (youngest: L. Ferguson (26), oldest: C. Lykogiannis (32)), while Cagliari average 24.5 (youngest: A. Obert (23), oldest: G. Zappa (26)). 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
Bologna's starters average 1 league appearances each, versus 2 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: T. Motta
Substitutes
Coach: F. Liverani
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Bologna have recorded 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 defeats. Cagliari show 1 wins, 0 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Bologna vs Cagliari Head to Head Results
Bologna and Cagliari have met 25 times — Bologna won 12, Cagliari won 7, with 6 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Bologna leads the head-to-head with 12 victories from 25 meetings. A combined 59 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.36 per match (35 for the home side, 24 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 12 matches (48%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 10 games (40%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Bologna are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2020.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (25)
API data: 25 Apr 2026