Cagliari Team News Page 15 - Soccer

Andrea Petagna - Fifth consecutive start Petagna registered three shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Monday's 4-0 defeat against Roma.

Impact Petanga was selected to the starting lineup for the fifth consecutive match Monday and has played 90 minutes in three of those five matches. Over the run of matches, Petagna has attempted eight shots (three on target), created 11 chances, and scored once.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Simone Scuffet - Concedes four versus Roma Scuffet recorded two saves and allowed four goals in Monday's 4-0 defeat to Roma.

Impact Scuffet was anointed Cagliari's first-choice keeper in October after beginning the season as the backup. Thus far, Scuffet has yet to provide the spark for which Cagliari had hoped. Since taking the reins in net, Scuffet has allowed 30 goals in 16 matches, while saving 39 shots and registering just one clean sheet. Scuffet's next opportunity will come Saturday when Cagliari take on ninth place Lazio who have scored 25 times in 22 matches.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Zito Luvumbo - Takes one shot versus Roma Luvumbo (AFCON) drew two fouls, sent in one inaccurate cross, and took one shot on target in 28 minutes in Monday's 0-4 loss to Roma.

Impact Luvumbo came off the bench as usual in his first game back after the international competition. The coach has preferred using him in such a role even though he's one of their most electric attackers. He'd play over Gianluca Lapadula if the boss changed his mind. He has tallied three goals, two assists, 31 shots (eight on target), and 16 chances created in 18 seasonal appearances (ten starts).

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

ROMA-CAGLIARI 4-0 | HIGHLIGHTS | Dybala strikes twice as Giallorossi stun Cagliari | Serie A 2023/24

FEBRUARY 5 • YOUTUBE

De Rossi's dream start continues as Roma drubs Cagliari 4-0 in Serie A

Lorenzo Pellegrini has scored in the second minute and Paolo Dybala got a brace as Roma beat Cagliari 4-0 in Serie A

FEBRUARY 5 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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FEBRUARY 5 • YOUTUBE

Zito Luvumbo - Given bench nod Luvumbo (AFCON) is on the bench for Monday's contest against Roma.

Impact Luvumbo has made his way back from his International duties with Angola during AFCON, once again being an option for Cagliari. The forward spent his previous five matches before leaving for AFCON on the bench, so it shouldn't be a surprise to see him there once again Monday. He will now look to earn back the starting role he held at one point this season, trying to add to the five-goal contributions he has this campaign.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Zito Luvumbo - Called up for Roma game Luvumbo (AFCON) has been selected for Monday's tilt versus Roma.

Impact Luvumbo returned to Italy on Sunday after Angola bowed out in the quarterfinals and will be immediately available, although he'll probably be eased into things in his first game back. He was used off the bench in the five matches before departing, recording two assists, four chances created, and 21 crosses (six accurate).

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Eldor Shomurodov - Still ways away Shomurodov (foot) "needs about a month to recover," coach Claudio Ranieri informed.

Impact Shomurodov has been out since mid-December due to a foot fracture and isn't close to coming back yet. Andrea Petagna has been getting the lion's share of minutes up front so far, but the gaffer suggested they would resume using two strikers once him, Zito Luvumbo (AFCON), and Gaetano Pio Oristanio (foot) return.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Gianluca Gaetano - Transfers to Cagliari Gaetano has joined Cagliari on a season-long loan from Napoli, the Serie A site relayed.

Impact Gaetano hasn't played much in the past season and a half at Napoli but was generally active when given the chance. He'll have a more regular role at his new home. He has scored once and posted 10 shots (four on target), six chances created, and three crosses (all accurate) in ten appearances this season.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Yerry Mina - Heads to Cagliari Mina has agreed to a six-month contract with Cagliari with an option upon leaving Fiorentina, the club announced.

Impact Mina didn't have a role in the rotation following an early thigh injury and appeared just four times for a total of 41 minutes. He's replacing Edoardo Goldaniga at Cagliari and will have an opportunity to be the top of the pecking order since their defense has struggled so far.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Alberto Dossena - Shows well against Torino Dossena recorded four shots (one on goal), two interceptions, and four clearances and won 10 duels in Friday's 1-2 loss versus Torino.

Impact Dossena was the lone bright spot defensively for his side, although he wasn't enough to prevent the opponents from scoring twice, and he was a menace in the box on set pieces, co-pacing his team in attempts. He has tallied two goals and two assists this season. He has tallied nine tackles (six won), five interceptions, and 21 clearances in the last five games, with one clean sheet.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Paulo Daniel Dentello Azzi - Swings in five crosses versus Torino Azzi had five crosses (zero accurate), four clearances, four duels, and one tackle (one won) in Friday's 1-2 loss versus Torino.

Impact Azzi has started over Tommaso Augello on the left wing three times in the last four rounds, occasionally putting up decent numbers on both ends and especially offensively, although he generally lacks precision. He has logged two key passes, 14 crosses (two accurate), and 11 tackles in his last five showings.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Nahitan Nandez - Productive in Torino fixture Nandez won eight duels and registered six crosses (two accurate), three chances, and two corners in Friday's 1-2 loss to Torino.

Impact Nandez played with his usual energy and put up good numbers in the final third while starring as an attacking midfielder, which might keep happening until Zito Luvumbo (AFCON) and Gaetano Pio Oristanio (foot) return, although his coach is very flexible tactically. He has posted six key passes, 21 crosses (four accurate), and six tackles (three won) in the last four contests. Cagliari will visit Roma next Monday.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Andrea Petagna - Creates four chances against Torino Petagna drew three fouls, won seven duels, and had one shot (one on goal) and four chances created in Friday's 1-2 defeat versus Torino.

Impact Petagna couldn't properly follow up his recent slump-busting goal but had a decent display from the creative standpoint. He has registered five shots (two on target), nine key passes, and one tackle (one won) in the last four rounds.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Jakub Jankto - Wasteful versus Torino Jankto drew one foul and generated four shots (three on goal), three crosses (zero accurate), and one corner in Friday's 1-2 defeat versus Torino.

Impact Jankto resurfaced as Matteo Prati (undisclosed) wasn't 100 percent and was a factor in the final third, but he missed two clear-cut headers from point-blank range and was replaced at half-time. He has seen very limited minutes in the last two months. He could get some run if Ibrahima Sulemana (ankle) has to spend some time on the shelf. He has recorded four shots (three on target), five crosses (one accurate), and two tackles (one won) in his last five appearances.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Gabriele Zappa - Dishes assist in Torino game Zappa assisted once to go with four shots (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate), and two chances created in Friday's 1-2 loss to Torino.

Impact Zappa returned to his natural role and had a quality performance on both ends. He fed Nicolas Viola in the box before a pearler by his teammate, registering his first seasonal assist. He has started in five straight contests, logging five key passes, six crosses (three accurate), and 10 tackles (seven won).

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Nicolas Viola - Scores against Torino Viola scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), 15 crosses (seven accurate), and six chances created in Friday's 1-2 loss versus Torino.

Impact Viola didn't get the start due to an ailment, the coach stated after the game, which didn't prevent him from coming off the bench, putting together one of the busiest performances of the season, and hitting the net with a gem. He paced his team in key passes and deliveries, tying his season-best in the first case. He had made the XI five times in a row before this match. He has logged one goal, one assist, 13 shots (five on target), and 44 crosses (17 accurate) in the last five rounds. Cagliari will visit Roma next Monday.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Simone Scuffet - Allows two goals in Torino tilt Scuffet made five saves, two clearances, and two punches and conceded two goals in Friday's 1-2 loss against Torino.

Impact Scuffet had multiple great saves in the first half but could have perhaps done a little more on the two goals, as they were both on his post, although on robust efforts. He has blanked the opponents just once in 15 appearances despite generally faring well. He has surrendered seven goals and made 14 saves in the last five games. Cagliari will visit Roma next Monday.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Torino wins again to leave Cagliari struggling in Serie A

First-half goals from Duván Zapata and Samuele Ricci have helped Torino beat Cagliari 2-1 in Serie A

JANUARY 26 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Marco Mancosu - Undergoes knee surgery Mancosu went under the knife to reconstruct his right MCL, Cagliari announced.

Impact Mancosu has routinely dealt with some issues after a knee sprain last summer and elected to solve them via surgery. He'll be out for more than a month. He had a run of starts but Nicolas Viola had already taken over the job before the injury. Nahitan Nandez has also played there lately, plus they have the option of going with a more offensive look using two pure strikers.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Simone Scuffet - Concedes three in loss Scuffet had four saves and allowed three goals in Sunday's 3-1 loss to Frosinone.

Impact Scuffet held strong until the 64th minute of play, where he conceded his first goal of the match and his squad's one-goal lead was erased. He conceded the second in the 75th minute and the third in the sixth minute of second half extra time. The disappointing finish marks the first time in the last 11 games where Scuffet conceded more than two goals in a match. It also marks the second time in 14 appearances on the season where Scuffet made more than three saves.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Gianluca Lapadula - Comes off the bench in Frosinone game Lapadula (nose) had two touches, committed one foul, and was booked in 13 minutes in Sunday's 1-3 loss to Frosinone.

Impact Lapadula played with a mask after sitting out two games due to a broken nose but didn't leave a mark on the game. He might get some starts while Zito Luvumbo is away for AFCON and Gaetano Pio Oristano recovers from a foot injury. He has scored once and logged four shots (two on target), two key passes, and one inaccurate cross in his last five appearances.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

FROSINONE-CAGLIARI 3-1 | HIGHLIGHTS | The Ciociari back to winning ways | Serie A 2023/24

JANUARY 21 • YOUTUBE

Marco Mancosu - Absent for Frosinone match Mancosu (knee) won't be selected for Sunday's game against Frosinone, coach Claudio Ranieri relayed.

Impact Mancosu will sit his second match in a row as his surgically repaired knee flared up again. Nicolas Viola and Nahitan Nandez played as no.10s together in the past game, but they have the men to go back to a two-man attack in this one.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

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