Bologna’s President Joey Saputo expressed gratitude for the unwavering support of fans as they prepare for a crucial match against Cagliari at Stadio Dall’Ara. The match is part of the ongoing Serie A season and kicks off at 12:30 CET.
Key facts:
- Bologna currently sits ninth in the Serie A standings, seven points below seventh-placed Atalanta.
- Cagliari needs a final push to secure survival, being eight points above Cremonese in 18th place.
- More than 28,000 spectators are expected to attend the match.
- Bologna will be without several key players, including Skorupski and Joao Mario.
- Cagliari’s lineup will miss Idrissi and Pavoletti among others.
Saputo remarked, “Our fans have supported us on every occasion throughout the season, at home and away, in Italy and in Europe.” He added that it’s wonderful to know that on Sunday the stadium will once again be full to back the team in this final stretch of the campaign.
Bologna confirmed their formation will be a 4-3-3 setup. Meanwhile, Cagliari will use a 4-4-1-1 formation. This tactical difference could play a crucial role in determining the outcome of the match.