Serie A Regular Season - 24
AS Roma 2 - 0 FT Cagliari
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
A. Dossena 5'
25' D. Malen (G. Mancini)
M. Palestra 40'
HT
57' ↓ L. Pellegrini ↑B. Zaragoza
58' G. Mancini
↓ L. Mazzitelli ↑I. Sulemana 59'
G. Gaetano 61'
65' D. Malen (Z. Celik)
↓ S. Kilicsoy ↑L. Pavoletti 73'
↓ S. Esposito ↑R. Idrissi 73'
82' B. Zaragoza
84' ↓ B. Cristante ↑N. El Aynaoui
84' ↓ M. Soule ↑L. Venturino
84' ↓ D. Malen ↑A. Arena
↓ J. Pedro ↑G. Zappa 87'
↓ G. Gaetano ↑Y. Trepy 87'
R. Idrissi 89'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
AS Roma
Goalkeepers
Mile Svilar 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Gianluca Mancini 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
1
Assists
40%
Pass Acc
Evan Ndicka 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Daniele Ghilardi 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
Zeki Çelik 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
8
Rating
Bryan Cristante 
MAGNET
73
Activity
73
Activity
68
Passes
5
Duels
Niccolò Pisilli
MAGNET
76
Activity
76
Activity
70
Passes
6
Duels
Wesley
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Matías Soulé
LATE SHIFT
6
Late Mins
6
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
84
Entry
Lorenzo Pellegrini
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
57
Total Mins
57
Entry
Donyell Malen 
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
2
On Target
8.3
Rating
BENCH
Pierluigi Gollini 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Radosław Żelezny
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Konstantinos Tsimikas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Devyne Rensch
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jan Ziółkowski
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Angeliño
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Neil El Aynaoui
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bryan Zaragoza
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
37
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lorenzo Venturino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Antonio Arena
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cagliari
Goalkeepers
Elia Caprile
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Zé Pedro 
SUNDAY LEAGUER
5.9
Rating
5.9
Rating
7
Duels Lost
24
Poss Lost
Alberto Dossena
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Juan Rodríguez 
SWEEPER
6
Cleanups
6
Cleanups
4
Interceptions
2
Blocks
Midfielders
Marco Palestra
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Michel Adopo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gianluca Gaetano
MAGNET
69
Activity
69
Activity
61
Passes
8
Duels
Luca Mazzitelli
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
Adam Obert
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Semih Kılıçsoy
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Sebastiano Esposito
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
73
Total Mins
73
Entry
BENCH
Alen Sherri
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Giuseppe Ciocci
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Riyad Idrissi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gabriele Zappa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Othniël Raterink
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ibrahim Sulemana
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
35
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joseph Liteta
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Leonardo Pavoletti
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yael Trepy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Agustín Albarracín
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Paul Mendy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/12/2025 | Cagliari | 1 - 0 | AS Roma | Serie A | Unipol Domus |
| 16/03/2025 | AS Roma | 1 - 0 | Cagliari | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico |
| 18/08/2024 | Cagliari | 0 - 0 | AS Roma | Serie A | Unipol Domus |
| 05/02/2024 | AS Roma | 4 - 0 | Cagliari | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico |
| 08/10/2023 | Cagliari | 1 - 4 | AS Roma | Serie A | Unipol Domus |
| 16/01/2022 | AS Roma | 1 - 0 | Cagliari | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico |
AS Roma Win
Cagliari Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 24 GD: +38
P: 23 GD: +21
P: 24 GD: +13
P: 24 GD: +21
P: 24 GD: +15
P: 23 GD: +21
P: 24 GD: +11
P: 24 GD: +3
P: 24 GD: -9
P: 24 GD: +1
P: 24 GD: -7
P: 24 GD: -5
P: 24 GD: -18
P: 24 GD: -14
P: 24 GD: -8
P: 24 GD: -12
P: 24 GD: -16
P: 24 GD: -11
P: 24 GD: -21
League Standings
P: 28 GD: +42
P: 28 GD: +24
P: 28 GD: +14
P: 28 GD: +25
P: 28 GD: +17
P: 28 GD: +22
P: 28 GD: +13
P: 28 GD: +3
P: 27 GD: -2
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 27 GD: -1
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -6
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 28 GD: -21
P: 28 GD: -17
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -18
P: 28 GD: -27
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Malen's Clinical Brace Secures Victory at the Olimpico
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 41/100. A dominant display of finishing from Donyell Malen keeps Roma's European ambitions firmly on track while leaving Cagliari with no answers after a one-sided encounter.
The Giallorossi Siege
The Stadio Olimpico witnessed a masterclass in territorial control as AS Roma immediately established an Intensity score of 65. The Giallorossi dictated the tempo from the opening minutes, pinning Cagliari deep into their own half with a suffocating high press. The breakthrough arrived in the 25th minute, born from a period of sustained pressure that saw the visitors struggling to clear their lines. G. Mancini turned provider, delivering a precise ball that found D. Malen in space. The Dutch forward made no mistake, clinicaly slotting home to punish a tiring Sardinian defense. While the visitors attempted to maintain their structure, Roma edged possession with 53%, suggesting the opening goal was merely the start of a long night.
Malen Doubles the Advantage
As the second half unfolded, the tactical Balance of the match began to lean even more heavily in favour of the hosts. Despite the slim one-goal margin, Roma never truly looked threatened by a Cagliari side that managed only a single shot on target throughout the entire contest. The Upset Factor remained non-existent as the home side’s superior technical quality shone through in the middle of the park. The definitive blow came in the 65th minute when Z. Celik showcased his creative vision. His precise assist carved open the opposition, allowing D. Malen to double his tally and effectively kill off the match. This second goal rewarded Roma's dominance, turning the final half-hour into a controlled exercise in game management.
Defensive Solidity and Table Impact
The closing stages were defined by Roma’s defensive solidity, personified by the performance of Daniele Ghilardi. His reading of the game ensured that the few sporadic counter-attacks launched by Cagliari were snuffed out before they could trouble the goalkeeper. With the Stakes in the race for European qualification higher than ever, this 2-0 victory provides a crucial boost to Roma’s momentum. The three points move them to a total of 46, keeping the pressure on the top four, while the visitors are left to reflect on a passive display that sees them remain in 12th place. For the Olimpico faithful, it was a night of professional efficiency, characterized by a striker in top form and a backline that refused to yield.
Key Questions
Who were the top performers?
Donyell Malen was the star with two goals (8.3 rating), while Zeki Celik and Daniele Ghilardi also posted high ratings.
What were the key moments?
Malen's goals in the 25th and 65th minutes were the decisive moments in a match dominated by the home side.
What does this mean for the table?
Roma moves to 46 points, strengthening their 5th-place position, while Cagliari remains mid-table with 28 points.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Roma Seek Consistency at the Stadio Olimpico
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 45/100. A pivotal evening for the Giallorossi as they attempt to consolidate their European standing against a resilient Cagliari side.
The Setup
The match at the Stadio Olimpico on February 09, 2026, features an AS Roma side currently sitting 5th in Serie A. While their Form score of 5.5 reflects recent volatility, a Balance rating of 6.3 suggests they possess the structural integrity to break down mid-table opposition. With the Stakes measured at 4.0, the pressure is manageable but persistent for the hosts. However, the Stars index of 8.7 highlights a significant talent gap that the home side should look to exploit from the opening whistle.
Key Battle
The tactical heart of this contest lies in the duel between Stephan El Shaarawy and Marco Palestra. El Shaarawy's ability to create space through veteran movement will test Palestra's defensive discipline. If the Cagliari youngster can nullify the Italian international's influence, the visitors may find the confidence to venture forward on the counter-attack.
Our Prediction
The game script points toward sustained Roma pressure. Expect the midfield engine led by M. Koné to dominate possession, forcing Cagliari into a low block. While Elia Caprile has been impressive with 16 saves recently, the sheer volume of Roma's attacking entries should eventually break the deadlock. We predict a professional 2-0 victory for Roma, characterized by patient build-up and defensive solidity from Mile Svilar.