Friday’s Serie A clash between Torino and Cagliari promises high stakes as both teams battle to escape the league’s congested mid-table. With Torino winless in five games and Cagliari riding a resurgent wave, this Torino vs Cagliari prediction breaks down team form, key players, and tactical insights to forecast the outcome 215.
Match Overview
Kick-off: Friday, 24 January 2025 | 19:45 UK / 14:45 ET
Venue: Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino, Turin
How to Watch:
- UK: OneFootball (online)
- US: Paramount+ / CBS Sports (select markets)
Team News & Lineups
Torino: Injury Woes Persist
Torino’s squad is stretched thin, with center-back Perr Schuurs (ACL) sidelined for over a year and key attackers Duvan Zapata and Mergim Vojvoda also unavailable. Midfielder Ivan Ilić and left-back Borna Sosa face late fitness tests, while Ali Dembélé serves a suspension 215.
Predicted XI (4-4-1-1):
Milinković-Savić (GK); Pedersen, Maripán, Coco, Masina; Lazaro, Ricci, Tameze, Karamoh; Vlašić; Adams
Cagliari: Momentum Builds
Cagliari’s recent form has been fueled by midfielder Nadir Zortea, who has scored in three straight games. Defender Yerry Mina returns, but forward Zito Luvumbo (ankle) remains doubtful 28.
Predicted XI (4-4-1-1):
Caprile (GK); Zappa, Mina, Luperto, Obert; Zortea, Adopo, Makoumbou, Felici; Viola; Piccoli
Key Stats & Head-to-Head
- Recent Form:
- Torino: ❌ 5 games without a win (4 draws, 1 loss) 18.
- Cagliari: ✅ 7 points from last 3 matches, including a 4-1 thrashing of Lecce 24.
- H2H History:
- Cagliari won 3-2 in October 2024 114.
- Torino has 1 win in their last 5 meetings 812.
- Goal Trends:
- 80% of Cagliari’s games feature over 1.5 goals 14.
- Torino averages 0.7 goals scored per match at home 14.
Tactical Analysis
Torino’s Defensive Resilience
Despite their winless streak, Torino’s goalkeeper Vanja Milinković-Savić has kept six clean sheets this season. Their compact 4-4-1-1 relies on counterattacks, with Che Adams (5 goals) leading the line 211.
Cagliari’s Attacking Flair
Davide Nicola’s side has embraced direct play, leveraging Zortea’s midfield runs and set-piece efficiency. Their 4-4-1-1 allows quick transitions, exploiting Torino’s shaky home form (1 win in 10 matches) 615.
Betting Tips & Prediction
Predicted Score: Torino 1-1 Cagliari
Recommended Bets:
- Double Chance (Torino Win or Draw) @ 1.25 15.
- Over 1.5 Goals 1.67 – 65% of both teams’ games hit this mark 412.
- Nadir Zortea to Score 16/1 – In-form midfielder with 5 goals this season 2.
Why This Works:
Torino’s defensive grit (4 straight draws) clashes with Cagliari’s momentum. While Cagliari’s attack is potent, their away struggles (2 wins in 10) tilt the balance toward a stalemate 68.
