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Cagliari vs Palermo

Sardegna Arena, Cagliari12 August 2018 at 19:30
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Match Events

Cagliari
Palermo
Kick Off
L. Pavoletti
31′
38′Slobodan Rajković
Luca Cigarini42′
Half Time
52′
I. Nestorovski

Penalty

Diego FariasM. Sau
62′
62′
N. BaloghS. Moreo
64′Radosław Murawski
L. Pavoletti
73′
77′
R. MurawskiCarlos Embalo
L. CigariniF. Bradarić
80′
L. PavolettiA. Cerri
86′
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Cagliari is 6.50, compared to — for Palermo. 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 L. Pavoletti (6.50), while Palermo's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Cagliari deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Palermo's 4-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 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Palermo'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

Cagliari start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.50, compared to 3 for Palermo 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 64% for Cagliari and —% for Palermo. 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 37.0 (youngest: L. Pavoletti (37), oldest: L. Pavoletti (37)), while Palermo 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 Palermo. 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.

Cagliari4-3-1-24-3-1-2Palermo
GKDEFMIDFWD
28Cragno23Ceppite.22Lykogia.56Romagna8Cigarini21Ioniţă29Castro24Faragò18Barella30Pavolet.17Farias32Brignoli5Rajković2Bellusci27Mazzotta14Salvi8Jajalo35Murawski21Fiordil.30Nestoro.7Trajkov.17Balogh

Substitutes

Coach: R. Maran

Substitutes

Coach: B. Tedino

CagliariPosition StrengthPalermo
6.50
Avg Rating
6.50Forward (2 v 3)
0G 0A0G 0A
Cagliari4-3-1-2
28GoalkeeperA. Cragno
23DefenderL. Ceppitelli
22DefenderC. Lykogiannis
56DefenderF. Romagna
8MidfielderL. Cigarini
21MidfielderA. Ioniţă
29MidfielderL. Castro
24MidfielderP. Faragò
18MidfielderN. Barella
30ForwardL. Pavoletti6.5
17ForwardDiego Farias
Palermo4-3-1-2
32GoalkeeperA. Brignoli
5DefenderS. Rajković
2DefenderG. Bellusci
27DefenderA. Mazzotta
14DefenderA. Salvi
8MidfielderM. Jajalo
35MidfielderR. Murawski
21MidfielderA. Fiordilino
30ForwardI. Nestorovski
7ForwardA. Trajkovski
17ForwardN. Balogh

Match Summary

Cagliari defeated Palermo 2:1. The match was played in Coppa Italia 2018. Goals were scored by L. Pavoletti 31′, I. Nestorovski 52′ (pen.), L. Pavoletti 73′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Cagliari made 3 substitutions, Palermo made 2.

Rivalry since 2010

Cagliari vs Palermo Head to Head Results

12 stretnutí
Cagliari
5
wins
Drawn
3
Palermo
4
wins
Total goals
35 · 2.9/match
Both scored
9/12 · 75%
Over 2.5
8/12 · 67%

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