Torino FC are looking to get all the maximum points as they face Cagliari Calcio, who are on the verge of dropping in the drop zone. In the league table, Torino and Cagliari are separated by seven places in the league table. Torino is currently at the 10th of the league table with 28 points from their 20 matches. Moreover, ever since 2024 started, Torino remains to be unbeaten, a record they want to extend. On the other hand, this match is crucial for Cagliari, considering their place in the league table. Cagliari are currently at the 17th of the league table, a place above the drop zone, which means they need a win. The meeting between these two teams is on January 27, 2024, at 3:45 AM (GMT+8).
Torino FC
Torino, led by Croatian coach Ivan Juric, has been a strong team since their start to 2024. They recorded a 0-0 result against Genoa, marking a significant start to the new year. The team currently occupy 10th spot in the table, with a victory on Friday bringing them level with ninth-placed Napoli. Torino has a five-match winless streak away from home, with the last time they secured maximum points on travels being against Lecce in October. They face a tough match against Cagliari in the south, where they have been inconsistent this season. To stay in the race for a top-six finish, Torino may need to pass such tests. The away side, which played out a 0-0 stalemate against Genoa last week, will need to improve their performance in this fixture.
Torino should have a nearly fully-fit squad after a rest period due to Lazio’s Supercoppa Italiana opponents. Perr Schuurs is ACL victim, and Demba Seck has joined Frosinone on loan. Ivan Juric may name an unchanged XI.
Cagliari Calcio
Cagliari, a Sardinian club, will pay tribute to legendary player Gigi Riva on Friday as they aim to move further clear of danger in the Serie A survival race. Riva helped the club become Scudetto winners in 1970, marking the first time a club south of Rome had won the league title. This season’s squad has less lofty aims, posting a modest 18 points from 21 matches since gaining promotion. Cagliari’s recent defeat to Frosinone, a 3-1 loss, has ended their three-match unbeaten streak. They return to home turf, where they have picked up all but three of their points so far. Currently in 17th place in the Serie A standings, Cagliari need to work hard to bounce back this week after a damaging 3-1 defeat at Frosinone.
Cagliari’s squad is missing several forwards due to injuries, with Zito Luvumbo representing Angola at the Africa Cup of Nations. Gianluca Lapadula returns, while Rog and Mancosu remain unavailable. Polish centre-back Wieteska is expected to start.
Prediction:
Torino FC (2.5)
Odds: -0.87
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