The second international break is upon us, and Cagliari fans' mood is generally positive, with satisfaction at the initial results of Fabio Pisacane's team (and the performances of some individuals) mixed with concern over the numerous injuries. From the official pages of the Unione Sarda (Facebook and Instagram on social media, as well as the comments on unionesarda.it), the Rossoblù fans are holding on to the 1-1 draw with Udinese and looking to the future with confidence.
"A good point in Udine, crucial for survival, and a bit of luck is always needed," commented Gianluigi Mura. "Pisacane knows what he's doing: he's a great player, go Cagliari," praised Mario Pontin's coach.
Then came the physical problems: "We need a twin brother for Mina," Lello asked, followed by Gianluca Frau: "Let's hope the infirmary becomes available." "The only thing missing was Di Pardo," Giovanni Serra expressed disappointment over the winger's absence from Thursday's training session.
Marco Palestra has performed exceptionally well, both for the Rossoblu and on Friday with the Italy Under-21s. The full-back, on loan from Atalanta, provided an assist in the Azzurrini's 4-0 win over Sweden: "He's a player completely out of line for his age; in other leagues he'd already be playing for the top clubs. It's better for us that they loan him to Cagliari instead," Federico praised.
"He's better than Di Lorenzo," adds Matteo Sovicille . "This kid is really strong; if Gattuso had a little courage, he deserves to be in the senior national team," is the hope of Giuliano Munzittu, who agrees with Under-21 coach Silvio Baldini. And Federico Marini predicts that another Rossoblu player will also make the leap: "Idrissi will definitely make it to the senior national team," he says of Sadali, a 2005-year-old also in the Under-21 squad.
Another of the best is undoubtedly Elia Caprile, who - for now - has not yet won the blue jersey but who is proving to be a goalkeeper of absolute value.
"I don't understand why he hasn't been called up to the national team yet. I think he's one of the best in Serie A," Cristian wonders. Matteo Murtas offers an explanation: "It's simple, he plays for Cagliari. Look what happened with Piccoli," recalling the call-up to the former Rossoblu center forward, who recently joined Fiorentina. "Caprile is phenomenal, the future Italy goalkeeper: keep it up, Elia," Pino exults.
While Franco Serpi is worried about a transfer: «He will certainly play the entire championship with Cagliari, he will certainly be sold afterwards and for a very high price».
Cagliari entered the break with eight points from six games, placing them in eleventh place. "Now we need three points against Bologna, without making excuses, playing with grit and determination," Sergio Cipolletta hopes for next Sunday's match. And Rinaldo Porcu is pleased with the start of the season: "We saw a team that knows how to counterattack. Eight points in the standings haven't been seen at this point in the season for years."
