Cagliari Calcio

Cagliari Calcio is an Italian professional football club based in Cagliari, Sardinia. Established on 30 May 1920

Cagliari Calcio 2024–25 squad list

#PlayerTeamPositionDate of BirthAge
0Carlo SoldatiCagliariDefenderJune 18, 200223
0Ivan SulevCagliariMidfielderSeptember 5, 200618
1Giuseppe CiocciCagliariGoalkeeperJuly 18, 199628
3Tommaso AugelloCagliariDefenderSeptember 6, 199430
6Sebastiano LupertoCagliariDefenderSeptember 18, 199628
8Michel AdopoCagliariMidfielderJuly 19, 200024
9Florinel ComanCagliariForwardApril 10, 199827
10Nicolas ViolaCagliariMidfielderOctober 12, 198935
10Zito LuvumboCagliariForwardMarch 9, 200223
14Alessandro DeiolaCagliariMidfielderAugust 18, 199529
16Matteo PratiCagliariMidfielderDecember 28, 200321
18Răzvan MarinCagliariDefenderMay 23, 199629
19Nadir ZorteaCagliariDefenderJune 19, 199925
21Jakub JanktoCagliariMidfielderJanuary 19, 199629
24José Luis PalominoCagliariDefenderJanuary 4, 199035
25Elia CaprileCagliariGoalkeeperAugust 25, 200123
26Yerry MinaCagliariDefenderSeptember 23, 199430
28Gabriele ZappaCagliariMidfielderDecember 15, 199925
29Antoine MakoumbouCagliariMidfielderFebruary 17, 200421
30Leonardo PavolettiCagliariForwardNovember 26, 198836
31Velizar-Iliya IlievCagliariGoalkeeperMay 1, 199926
33Adam ObertCagliariDefenderAugust 22, 200222
34Andrea CogoniCagliariDefenderJuly 4, 200618
35Alessandro VinciguerraCagliariForwardAugust 18, 200519
70Gianluca GaetanoCagliariMidfielderMay 5, 200025
71Alen SherriCagliariGoalkeeperMay 16, 200124
80Kingstone MutandwaCagliariForwardOctober 22, 199133
91Roberto PiccoliCagliariForwardJanuary 27, 200124
97Mattia FeliciCagliariForwardJuly 6, 200123
Leagues
Serie A
Seasons
2025-26
Home

Cagliari Calcio, commonly known as Cagliari, is an Italian professional football club based in Cagliari, Sardinia. Established on 30 May 1920, the club is a symbol of Sardinian pride and boasts a rich footballing heritage. Cagliari competes in Serie A, Italy’s top-flight league, and plays its home matches at the Unipol Domus, a modern stadium with a capacity of 16,416 spectators.

Major Achievements

  • Serie A Champions: 1 title (1969–70)
  • Serie B Champions: 1 title
  • Serie C Champions: 2 titles
  • European Competitions: Appeared in the UEFA Cup and Intertoto Cup

The pinnacle of Cagliari’s success came during the 1969–70 Serie A season, when they claimed their first and only top-flight title, led by the legendary striker Gigi Riva, who remains the club’s all-time top goalscorer.

Home Stadium: Unipol Domus

  • Location: Cagliari, Sardinia
  • Capacity: 16,416
  • Opened: 2021
    The Unipol Domus provides an intimate, modern football experience while the club prepares for a new, larger stadium project.

Club Identity & Playing Style

Cagliari Calcio is recognized for:

  • Resilient Football: Known for a defensive, counter-attacking style.
  • Sardinian Pride: A team deeply connected to local culture and identity.
  • Youth Development: Producing talents through their academy.
  • Community Engagement: Strong ties with the Sardinian people.

Iconic Eras & Memorable Moments

  • 1969–70 Scudetto: The historic Serie A title under coach Manlio Scopigno, powered by Gigi Riva, who scored 21 goals that season.
  • 1993–94 UEFA Cup: Reached the semi-finals, defeating Juventus before losing to Inter Milan.
  • 2015–16 Serie B Title: Dominated Serie B to earn promotion back to the top flight.

Rivalries

  • Island Rivalry (Derby delle Isole): Against Palermo, representing a clash between the islands of Sardinia and Sicily.
  • Matches vs. Napoli: A southern rivalry reflecting the passion of Italy’s coastal regions.

Legendary Players

  • Gigi Riva: The club’s greatest legend and Serie A top scorer in multiple seasons.
  • Daniele Conti: Long-serving captain with over 400 appearances.
  • Luigi Piras: Iconic striker of the 1970s and 80s.
  • Alessandro Matri: Key player during modern promotions and campaigns.

The Future of Cagliari Calcio

Cagliari continues to compete in Serie A with aspirations of reclaiming European football status. The club is investing in youth talent, stadium development, and a sustainable future, aiming to return to the upper echelons of Italian football.

Cagliari Calcio remains a symbol of Sardinian pride, combining a rich past with a promising future. From Gigi Riva’s golden era to modern ambitions, the club stands as a pillar of Italian football history.

Tweets