Torino vs Cagliari predictions for Sunday’s Serie A fixture in Turin. Torino will be keen to get back to winning ways as they are winless in their last four and start the new season on a positive note against a newly promoted Cagliari side who carry momentum. Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.
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Torino vs Cagliari Predictions
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A Clash of Ambitions and Histories
Key Stats
– Torino remain unbeaten in 16 opening day fixtures against promoted sides.
– Antonio Sanabria was Torino’s top scorer in the 2022-23 season with 12 goals.
Kicking off the Serie A season, Cagliari, led by the evergreen Claudio Ranieri, look forward to their outing against Torino. After a brief hiatus from Serie A, they clinched promotion following a rigorous playoff journey, proving their resilience and dedication to return to Italy’s top-tier football. The highlight of their playoff run came when they overcame Bari, courtesy of Leonardo Pavoletti’s dramatic late winner, marking Cagliari’s historic achievement of winning promotion through playoffs for the first time.
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Before the season opener, the Sardinians enjoyed a decent pre-season run, particularly shining against Brest and clinching a thrilling win over Palermo to advance in the Coppa Italia. Their past record against Torino augments optimism, having notched two victories on their previous visits to Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino. Nevertheless, they have to break their sequence of winless starts in their recent Serie A openers.
Torino’s Persistent Push for Excellence
In sharp contrast, Torino, under the adept guidance of Ivan Juric, have displayed consistent performances, securing 10th-place finishes successively. Their expertise on the inaugural matchday is impressive, maintaining an unbeaten streak against freshly promoted teams. The Granata’s victory over Serie A debutants Monza last season reaffirms this dominance.
Juric’s off-season was marked by consolidation, focusing on retaining integral players like Nikola Vlasic and Nemanja Radonjic. Antonio Sanabria’s supporting cast remains a concern, given Torino’s average goal tally from the previous term. Yet, their victory against Feralpisalo in the Coppa Italia suggests a promising start.
Key Players to Watch
Torino’s Sanabria, with an impressive haul of 12 goals and four assists, is set to spearhead their attack. Meanwhile, Cagliari’s Leonardo Pavoletti, who played a pivotal role in their promotion, is expected to lead their offensive line, potentially pairing with Eldor Shomurodov. Interestingly, Cagliari’s midfielder, Nahitan Nandez, has a knack for finding the net against Torino, making him one to watch.
Predictions
1. Match Outcome: Draw
Justifying the Prediction:
The backdrop of this clash is fascinating. Cagliari, freshly promoted and enthusiastic, face the ever-resilient Torino. The history between the two sides suggests an interesting dynamic. Over their last eight encounters, Cagliari have lost just once to Torino and have even clinched victories in their last two visits to Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino. However, a rather alarming stat for Cagliari fans is their team’s recent form in Serie A season openers, with no victories in their last seven attempts.
On the other hand, Torino have been a formidable force on opening matchdays, particularly against promoted sides, remaining unbeaten in 16 such encounters and securing wins in their most recent six.
Given the history and current forms of both teams, predicting an outright winner becomes tricky. Hence, a draw seems to be the most plausible outcome, offering balanced odds that are particularly interesting.
2. Correct Score: 1-1
Justifying the Prediction:
Both teams come into this clash off the back of respective wins, albeit in different competitions. Cagliari, having returned to Serie A in style and Torino, looking to cement their mid-table position, both have striking capabilities but also possess vulnerabilities at the back.
Torino’s attacking force averaged just over a goal per game last season, and with the loss of some key players, their offensive capabilities are still in question. Cagliari, on the other hand, having come from Serie B, managed a commendable average of 1.3 goals per game.
Coupled with both teams’ defensive record, a scoreline of 1-1 seems likely. It’s a result that reflects both sides’ striking prowess and their susceptibility to concede.
3. Goalscorer Prediction: Antonio Sanabria
Justifying the Prediction:
Antonio Sanabria stood out for Torino in the 2022-23 campaign, finishing as the club’s top scorer with 12 goals and further contributing with four assists in Serie A. His consistency and importance to the side are evident. The forward will undoubtedly be the focal point of Torino’s attacks, especially considering the departure of other offensive assets and the club’s yet-to-be-addressed need for another prolific goalscorer.
Moreover, in matches of such magnitude, where the stakes are high and pressure immense, teams often turn to their star players to make a difference. Sanabria, with his proven track record, seems primed to get on the scoresheet.
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