{"id":29278,"date":"2026-04-26T15:47:32","date_gmt":"2026-04-26T13:47:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wedodis.co.za\/news\/?p=29278"},"modified":"2026-04-26T15:47:32","modified_gmt":"2026-04-26T13:47:32","slug":"atalantas-redemption-quest-vs-cagliaris-fight-for-top-flight-survival","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wedodis.co.za\/news\/atalantas-redemption-quest-vs-cagliaris-fight-for-top-flight-survival\/","title":{"rendered":"Atalanta’s Redemption Quest vs. Cagliari’s Fight for Top Flight Survival"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Atalanta BC approaches its Serie A match against Cagliari Calcio determined to bounce back from a disappointing exit in the Coppa Italia, as the two teams face contrasting goals as the season draws to a close.<\/p>\n

Following a tense semi-final that ended in a draw on aggregate, Atalanta was eliminated in penalties, even after Marco Pa\u0161ali\u0107 netted a late equalizer to push the game into extra time.<\/p>\n

\"Atalanta
Atalanta celebrating. (photo credit: bbc media)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This setback capped a challenging week for Atalanta, whose ambitions for a UEFA Champions League spot were also dented by a 1\u20131 draw against AS Roma in their league match.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, Cagliari finds itself entrenched in a battle against relegation. After a promising phase earlier in the season, their performance has declined notably, leaving them only a few points above the relegation zone.<\/p>\n

A recent 3\u20130 defeat to Inter Milan underscored the quality difference between the teams, despite Cagliari exhibiting resilience for substantial stretches of the match.<\/p>\n

Atalanta comes into this match with a positive track record against Cagliari, having won decisively earlier this season. However, fatigue from their cup matches and inconsistency present challenges going into this game.<\/p>\n

Team News<\/h2>\n

Atalanta might alter their lineup due to the taxing previous match, with Gianluca Scamacca vying for a starting position ahead of Nikola Krstovi\u0107. K waiting in the wings are Marco Pa\u0161ali\u0107, Giacomo Raspadori, and Raoul Bellanova.<\/p>\n

On the defensive front, Isak Hien may return from an injury, though Lorenzo Bernasconi will not play due to a knee sprain.<\/p>\n

\"Cagliari
Cagliari celebrating. (photo credit: bbc media)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Cagliari will miss several important players, including Mattia Felici, Riyad Idrissi, Leonardo Pavoletti, and Luca Mazzitelli. Marco Palestra is set to keep his place on the wing following impressive performances, while Sebastiano Esposito will lead the attack as their top scorer.<\/p>\n

Possible Lineups<\/h2>\n

Cagliari<\/strong>: Caprile; Ze Pedro, Mina, Rodriguez; Palestra, Folorunsho, Gaetano, Adopo, Obert; Esposito, Borrelli<\/p>\n

Atalanta<\/strong>: Carnesecchi; Scalvini, Djimsiti, Ahanor; Bellanova, De Roon, Ederson, Zappacosta; Pasalic, Raspadori; Scamacca<\/p>\n

Where to watch<\/h2>\n
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Country<\/strong><\/td>\nBroadcast\/Streaming<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Italy<\/td>\nDAZN \/ Sky Sport<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
UK<\/td>\nTNT Sports<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
USA<\/td>\nParamount+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Nigeria<\/td>\nSuperSport<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Global<\/td>\nSerie A official broadcasters<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n

Recently, AC Milan earned a slim 1\u20130 win over Cagliari, with Rafael Le\u00e3o playing a critical role on his return, propelling the Rossoneri to the top of the standings. Highlights are available on Serie A’s YouTube channel.<\/a><\/p>\n

Below is a video of the match;<\/p>\n