The match on Thursday at the Giovanni Zini Stadium saw Cagliari and Cremonese battle to a dramatic draw, finishing 2-2.
Cremonese took an early lead with a goal from Dennis Johnsen in the 3rd minute, setting the tone for a competitive first half. Jamie Vardy then doubled their advantage with a stunning shot in the 28th minute, expertly placed in the bottom right corner, leaving the goalkeeper with no chance.
However, Cagliari showcased their tenacity in the second half, with Michel Adopo finding the net just five minutes after the break. A subsequent goal from Yael Trepy in the 42nd minute completed the comeback for Cagliari, leveling the score at 2-2.
Cagliari emerged as the more aggressive side, taking a total of 19 shots compared to Cremonese’s 9, with 8 efforts on target. Despite their dominance, they could not secure victory, but the performance showed promise.
Yael Trepy was a standout player for Cagliari, scoring an impressive goal. Jamie Vardy also impressed with his play, scoring for Cremonese and registering three shots throughout the match.
Cremonese’s coach, Davide Nicola, opted for a 3-5-2 formation, with Emil Audero in goal, supported by a defense featuring Filippo Terracciano, Federico Baschirotto, and Matteo Bianchetti. The midfield comprised Romano Floriani, Martín Payero, Warren Bondo, Dennis Johnsen, and Giuseppe Pezzella, while Jamie Vardy and Federico Bonazzoli led the attack.
Cagliari’s manager, Fabio Pisacane, countered with a 3-6-1 formation, featuring Elia Caprile as goalkeeper, with Sebastiano Luperto, Yerry Mina, and Juan Martín Rodríguez in defense. The midfield included Marco Palestra, Michel Adopo, Matteo Prati, Gabriele Zappa, Gianluca Gaetano, and Zito Luvumbo, with Gennaro Borrelli upfront.
Referee Kevin Bonacina oversaw the match, ensuring fair play throughout the encounter.
Looking ahead, Cremonese will face Juventus away in their next match, while Cagliari travels to play against Genoa. Following this draw, Cremonese sits in 13th place in the league standings with 22 points, while Cagliari sits just behind in 14th with 19 points.
Substitutions for Cremonese
58’ 2T – Dennis Johnsen was substituted for Tommaso Barbieri
59’ 2T – Warren Bondo and Giuseppe Pezzella were substituted for Jari Vandeputte and Alessio Zerbin respectively
92’ 2T – Martín Payero was replaced by Alberto Grassi, and Jamie Vardy by Antonio Sanabria
Yellow Cards for Cremonese:
10’ 1T – Warren Bondo (Unsportsmanlike conduct) and 35’ 2T – Federico Bonazzoli (Insulting or disapproving referee)
Substitutions for Cagliari
45’ 2T – Yerry Mina was replaced by Sebastiano Esposito
55’ 2T – Matteo Prati and Zito Luvumbo were substituted for Luca Mazzitelli and Adam Obert, respectively
65’ 2T – Gianluca Gaetano was replaced by Semih Kilicsoy
83’ 2T – Gabriele Zappa was substituted for Yael Trepy
Yellow Cards for Cagliari:
1’ 1T – Gennaro Borrelli (Unsportsmanlike conduct) and 46’ 2T – Sebastiano Luperto (Unsportsmanlike conduct)