The match between Cagliari and Sassuolo in the 37th round of the Italian Serie A, played on May 19, 2024, became a highly anticipated match. The match was crucial for both sides as both teams were under pressure to survive relegation. In the end, with Matteo Pratt's goal and Lapadula's winner, Cagliari beat Sassuolo 2-0 and finished the relegation task early.
The match started with both players showing a strong desire to win. Sassuolo tried to break the deadlock through quick attacks, while Cagliari relied on solid defense to find opportunities for counterattacks. In the first half, both sides went back and forth, but neither side was able to score and the score remained at 0-0.
The game entered the second half in a climactic phase. In the 71st minute, Cagliari's Alberto Dossena sent a precise pass that found Matteo Pratt in the box. The young midfielder managed to put the ball into Sassuolo's goal with his excellent running and shooting skills, helping Cagliari take the lead. The goal not only showed Mateo Prati's individual ability, but also boosted the team's morale.
In the second half extra time, Cagliari had another chance. Lapadula received a pass from a teammate in the penalty area and calmly swung the ball past Sassuolo's goalkeeper, sending it firmly into the goal. This goal not only sealed the win for Cagliari, but also made the team take a solid step on the road to relegation.