Series A
6:45 p.mMay 17, 2026
Regular season – 37
Unipol Domus
Referee: Alberto Ruben Arena, Italy
Cagliari
Turin
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1.62
Expected Goals (xG)
0.79
-0.72
Prevented goals
-0.72
Passing by
341 (83%)
Accurate passes
425 (85%)
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1
G
Elia Caprile
6.6
33
d
Adam Obert
6.9
22
d
Alberto Dossena
7.2
d
Yerry Mina
45+2′
28
d
Gabriele Zappa
6.7
14
M
Alessandro Deiola (C)
6.7
M
Gianluca Gaetano
39′
8
M
Michel Adopo
6.6
M
Sebastian Esposito
39′
2
M
Marco Palestra
6.6
F
Paul Mendy
82′ Unsportsmanlike conduct
1
G
Alberto Paleari
5.9
77
d
Enzo Ebosse
6.5
23
d
Saúl Coco
6.9
35
d
Luca Marianucci
6.3
M
Rafael Obrador
37′
M
Matteo Prati
37′
6
M
Emirhan Ilkhan
6.3
16
M
Marcus Pedersen
6.2
10
F
Nikola Vlasic
7.2
18
F
Joan Simeó
6.2
91
F
Duván Zapata (C)
6.2
Serie A classification – Serie A
Qualification/Relegation
- Promotion – Champions League (League phase)
- Promotion – Europa League (League phase)
- Promotion – Conference League (ranking)
- Relegation – Serie B
Cagliari secured a vital 2-1 win over Torino at the Unipol Domus, Yerry Mina’s stoppage-time header proving decisive in a thrilling Serie A clash.
CÃ ller entered the game in 16th place in the Serie A table with 37 points from 36 games. Torino came in 12th place with 44 points, looking to extend their recent form. Both teams needed the points for different reasons. Cagliari struggled to avoid the relegation zone, while Torino tried to climb higher in the standings.
The match came alive in the early exchanges. Rafael Obrador fired Torino ahead in the 37th minute with a composed finish. The visiting team looked set to take control of the contest at the Unipol Domus.
However, Cagliari responded instantly. Just two minutes later, Sebastiano Esposito equalized in the 39th minute with a clinical strike. The home crowd roared back to life as the momentum shifted dramatically.
The first half ended equal at 1-1, but CÃ ller had taken the initiative. Esposito’s goal changed the complexion of the game. The hosts now believed they could win this crucial contest.
In the second half, Torino dominated possession with 54 percent of possession. They completed 425 accurate passes compared to Cagliari’s 341. Despite their control, Torino created limited clear-cut chances against a resolute home defence.
CÃ ller remained dangerous on the counterattack throughout the second period. They managed 13 shots in total against Torino’s nine efforts. The home team’s expected goals total of 1.62 outscored their visitors’ 0.79, reflecting their quality of chances.
The decisive moment came in stoppage time. Yerry Mina rose higher and headed home the winner in the 45+2 minute. The defender’s header thrilled the home fans and gave Cagliari three precious points.
The yellow cards came at the end of the game. Gianluca Maripan was booked for Torino in the 82nd minute. Moments later, Patrice Mendy saw a yellow card for Cagliari as the tension mounted.
Esposito earned an 8.3 match rating for his complete display. The forward worked tirelessly and converted his chance with precision. Obrador managed a 7.9 despite being on the losing side, while Mina’s late heroics earned him a 7.5.
This victory takes Cagliari to 40 points with one game to go. The result keeps alive their hopes of survival heading into the final day. Torino’s defeat leaves them with 44 points, a disappointing end to the season.
Cagliari will go into their final match knowing that this win gives them genuine hope. Torino must reflect on a competition they controlled but failed to win. Misfortune will be late for the walking followers.
