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Cagliari vs Atalanta

Sardegna Arena, Cagliari14 January 2019 at 16:30
02
Referee: Marco Piccinini

Match Events

Cagliari
Atalanta
Kick Off
Luca Cigarini21′
45′Remo Freuler
Half Time
Paolo Faragò57′
L. PavolettiDiego Farias
67′
75′Rafael Tolói
A. IoniţăV. Birsa
76′
L. CigariniF. Bradarić
76′
81′Berat Djimsiti
88′
D. Zapata

assist: T. Castagne

90+1′
A. GómezM. Pašalić
90+3′
M. Pašalić

assist: D. Zapata

Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal7
6Shots off Goal11
14Total Shots24
3Blocked Shots6
7Shots insidebox15
7Shots outsidebox9
18Fouls13
7Corner Kicks7
4Offsides1
45%Ball Possession55%
2Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves3
395Total passes485
289Passes accurate395
73%Passes %81%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Cagliari is 6.50, compared to 7.60 for Atalanta. 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 Atalanta's best-rated player is B. Djimsiti (7.60).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Cagliari have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Atalanta's starters account for 1 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by B. Djimsiti (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Cagliari deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Atalanta's 3-man backline averaging 7.60. 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 Atalanta's 4 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 Atalanta 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 93% for Atalanta. 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 Atalanta average 32.0 (youngest: B. Djimsiti (32), oldest: B. Djimsiti (32)). 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 2 for Atalanta. 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.

Cagliari4-3-1-23-4-1-2Atalanta
GKDEFMIDFWD
28Cragno33Srna23Ceppite.56Romagna8Cigarini20Padoin21Ioniţă10Pedro24Faragò18Barella30Pavolet.95Gollini2Tolói6Palomino19Djimsiti21Castagne33Hateboer10Gómez72Iličić11Freuler22Pessina91Zapata

Substitutes

Coach: R. Maran

Substitutes

Coach: G. Gasperini

CagliariPosition StrengthAtalanta
6.50
Avg Rating
7.60
Defender (3 v 3)7.60
0G 0A1G 0A
6.50Forward (2 v 3)
0G 0A0G 0A
Cagliari4-3-1-2
28GoalkeeperA. Cragno
33DefenderD. Srna
23DefenderL. Ceppitelli
56DefenderF. Romagna
8MidfielderL. Cigarini
20MidfielderS. Padoin
21MidfielderA. Ioniţă
24MidfielderP. Faragò
18MidfielderN. Barella
10ForwardJoão Pedro
30ForwardL. Pavoletti6.5
Atalanta3-4-1-2
95GoalkeeperP. Gollini
2DefenderRafael Tolói
6DefenderJ. Palomino
19DefenderB. Djimsiti7.61G
21MidfielderT. Castagne
33MidfielderH. Hateboer
11MidfielderR. Freuler
22MidfielderM. Pessina
10ForwardA. Gómez
72ForwardJ. Iličić
91ForwardD. Zapata

Match Summary

Atalanta defeated Cagliari 2:0. The match was played in Coppa Italia 2018. Goals were scored by D. Zapata 88′, M. Pašalić 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Cagliari had 45% possession while Atalanta held 55%. Cagliari had 14 shots (5 on target) compared to 24 (7 on target) for Atalanta. Cagliari made 3 substitutions, Atalanta made 1.

Rivalry since 2011

Cagliari vs Atalanta Head to Head Results

27 stretnutí
Cagliari
10
wins
Drawn
3
Atalanta
14
wins
Total goals
63 · 2.3/match
Both scored
13/27 · 48%
Over 2.5
12/27 · 44%

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API data: 11 May 2026