Cagliari vs Genoa 22 Nov 2025

Watch the football match Live between a team Cagliari vs Genoa After the live, watch the replay of the match and highlights In championship competitions Serie A .
This match is played on date 22 Nov 2025
This match takes place in Unipol Domus – In championship competitions Serie A by Season 2025/2026
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⚽ Cagliari vs Genoa – Match Preview
Match Summary Table
| FEATURE | DETAILS |
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| Fixture | Cagliari Calcio vs Genoa CFC |
| Competition | Serie A – 2025/26 Season |
| Date | Saturday, 22 November 2025 |
| Kick-off Time | 20:45 (local time) |
| Venue | Unipol Domus, Cagliari, Italy |
| Last Meeting | Genoa won 2–1 in their previous encounter |
| Head-to-Head | Historically balanced; Cagliari have home advantage, but Genoa are competitive on the road |
🔴 Cagliari – Home Solidity & Counter Threat
Cagliari enter this match relying on home advantage and disciplined organisation. They tend to play structured football, focusing on defensive stability and exploiting counter-attacks. At the Unipol Domus, they are tough to break down and can punish teams that leave space behind.
Their approach combines patient build-up play with vertical transitions when the opportunity arises.
Key Players (Cagliari)
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João Pedro – Forward with finishing ability and movement in the box.
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Gianluca Gaetano – Creative midfielder capable of key passes and long-range shots.
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Alessio Cragno – Goalkeeper providing reliability and shot-stopping prowess.
Team News & Tactics
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Likely formation: 4‑3‑2‑1
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Cagliari will defend compactly, press selectively, and use wing play and counter-attacks.
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Set-pieces may be an important source of goals.
Strengths
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Solid home defensive structure
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Dangerous on counter-attacks
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Effective set-pieces
Weaknesses
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Can struggle under sustained pressure
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Limited attacking depth if key players are contained
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Risky if possession is lost high up
🔵 Genoa – Attack-Oriented & Flexible
Genoa arrive looking to exploit any gaps in Cagliari’s defence. Their style combines possession bursts with quick transitions and wide play. They are capable of creating chances through individual skill and movement off the ball.
On the road, Genoa tend to adopt a slightly cautious approach but can switch quickly to attacking mode when opportunities appear.
Key Players (Genoa)
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Mattia Destro – Striker with goal-scoring ability and aerial threat.
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Nicolò Rovella – Midfielder orchestrating attacks and distributing effectively.
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Antonio Barreca – Winger providing pace, width, and dribbling in attack.
Team News & Tactics
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Likely formation: 4‑2‑3‑1
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Genoa will look to control key moments, exploit wide spaces, and transition quickly into attack.
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Full-backs and wingers will play a key role in stretching Cagliari’s defence.
Strengths
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Quick transitions and counters
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Offensive creativity and width
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Experienced players in key moments
Weaknesses
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Can be vulnerable defensively if possession lost
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Limited control in midfield against structured teams
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Reliant on finishing quality
⚔️ Tactical Battle Overview
| ASPECT | Cagliari | Genoa |
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| Formation | 4‑3‑2‑1 | 4‑2‑3‑1 |
| Style | Structured, counter-attacks, home focus | Transition play, width, attacking creativity |
| Strengths | Home organisation, counters, set-pieces | Speed on break, creativity, width |
| Weaknesses | Pressure vulnerability, limited attack | Defensive gaps, reliant on finishing |
| Key Duels | João Pedro vs Genoa defence | Destro / Rovella vs Cagliari defenders |
⚽ Match Dynamics
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First half: Cagliari may defend compactly and attempt counters; Genoa will try to probe for openings.
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Mid-match: Genoa may dominate possession, stretching Cagliari defensively.
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Late game: Set-pieces and transitions could be decisive, especially if the game is level.
🎯 Match Verdict
Cagliari have home advantage and are organised defensively, but Genoa’s attacking threat and flexibility make them strong contenders. Expect a competitive encounter with chances at both ends.
Predicted Score: Cagliari 1 – 1 Genoa
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