Roma vs. Cagliari Prediction, Match Preview, and Betting Tips, 16 March 2025 - bettingexpert

This Serie A clash sees Roma taking on Cagliari at the storied Stadio Olimpico in Rome on 16 March 2025. With 20 teams vying for glory in 38 rounds, this matchup marks the 29th round, and both teams will be eager to secure crucial points. Roma, currently 7th with 46 points, are the bookmakers’ favorites, especially given their impressive unbeaten run at home.

Referee Marco Piccinini will oversee the match, which kicks off at 15:00. Claudio Ranieri’s squad is in fine form, fresh off a Europa League victory against Athletic Bilbao, and they are determined to maintain their momentum. However, don’t count out Davide Nicola’s Cagliari, who have shown resilience with a few recent draws.

Match Prediction: Roma to win or draw, given their unbeaten stretch and Cagliari’s potential for surprises.
Roma’s consistent home scoring and Cagliari’s defensive struggles add a layer of unpredictability, making this an exciting fixture in the Serie A narrative.

Roma vs Cagliari Prediction & Betting Tip

Our recommended betting tip is to go for a Double Chance on Cagliari to win or draw. While Roma is on an impressive unbeaten run at home, Cagliari has shown resilience by earning draws in their recent matches. Additionally, a previous encounter between these teams ended in a goalless draw, making this bet a safer option given the circumstances.

Roma vs Cagliari Prediction
Betting tip	Odds
Double Chance: Cagliari to win or draw	4.15

• Roma remains strong at home with no losses in 7 consecutive matches.
• Cagliari has earned a draw in several of their recent matches, demonstrating resilience.
• The last encounter between these teams ended in a 0-0 draw, showing Cagliari’s potential to surprise.

Roma vs Cagliari Odds

Roma is the bookmaker’s favourite for the clash against Cagliari at the Stadio Olimpico, with odds heavily favouring a home win.

Roma vs Cagliari Betting Odds
Bet	Odds
Roma	1.51
Draw	4.15
Cagliari	6.39

If you fancy a more cautious bet, considering a Double Chance for Cagliari to win or draw at 4.15 might be intriguing given their recent resilient performances. Roma remains solid at home, unbeaten in seven consecutive matches, but Cagliari’s ability to earn a draw can’t be overlooked, adding a layer of unpredictability.

Roma Team Analysis

Roma Recent Performance

Roma has been on a roll with a string of impressive performances recently. They’ve managed to secure four wins in their last five games, only faltering against Athletic Club in the Europa League. Over this period, Roma has displayed a knack for finding the net, averaging 2.00 goals per game, and keeping two clean sheets.

Home team	Away team	Date	Competition	Result
Athletic Club	Roma	2025-03-13	Europa League	3-1 (Loss)
Empoli	Roma	2025-03-09	Serie A	0-1 (Win)
Roma	Athletic Club	2025-03-06	Europa League	2-1 (Win)
Roma	Como	2025-03-02	Serie A	2-1 (Win)
Roma	Monza	2025-02-24	Serie A	4-0 (Win)

With Roma currently sitting 7th in the standings, they remain unbeaten in Serie A since the start of the year, highlighting their resilience. Their solid defense concedes an average of only 1.1 goals per game, making them a tough nut to crack at home.

Key factors to watch include their prolific forward, Artem Dovbyk, who has netted nine goals this season, leading Roma’s attack. Keep an eye on Paulo Dybala, who has continuously delivered key assists and goals, elevating his game this season under Claudio Ranieri’s guidance.

Roma Key Players

Roma boasts a strong lineup, fortified by their star players who have consistently delivered key performances. Leading the charge is forward Artem Dovbyk, Roma’s top scorer with 9 goals this season. His ability to find the net will be pivotal against Cagliari’s defense.
Paulo Dybala, having one of his best seasons with Roma, offers creativity and finesse. His eight goals and multiple assists make him a constant threat in the attacking half.
The expected lineup for Roma:

• Goalkeeper: Mile Svilar
• Defenders: Devyne Rensch, Gianluca Mancini, Evan N’Dicka
• Midfielders: Alexis Saelemaekers, Manu Koné, Leandro Paredes, Angeliño
• Attackers: Paulo Dybala, Lorenzo Pellegrini, Artem Dovbyk

Key battles to watch will involve Dovbyk against Yerry Mina and Dybala against Cagliari’s midfield. Their contributions could be decisive for Roma’s success.

Roma Suspensions & Injuries

Roma heads into the match without any players suspended, which is a positive sign for Claudio Ranieri and his squad.
However, there is one notable injury concern:

Player	Injury	Expected Return
Zeki Celik	Muscle injury	Late March 2025

With Zeki Celik sidelined due to a muscle injury, Roma may need to adjust their defense. The absence of Celik could be felt, especially on the right flank, but they have sufficient depth to cover his position.
Overall, the team remains relatively healthy, ensuring they are in a strong position to perform well against Cagliari.

Roma Tactics and Formation

Roma Tactical Breakdown:

• Formation: 3-4-2-1
• Key Forward: Artem Dovbyk
• Attacking Midfielders: Paulo Dybala, Lorenzo Pellegrini
• Defensive Strength: Two clean sheets in the last five games.
• Notable Strategy: Strong home record, unbeaten in the last seven matches.

Claudio Ranieri will likely employ a 3-4-2-1 formation, focusing on solidifying the midfield with
strong central players like Leandro Paredes and Manu Koné.
Dybala and Pellegrini, playing as attacking midfielders, will be crucial in creating opportunities for Dovbyk.
Defensively, the wing-backs Alexis Saelemaekers and Angeliño will provide width both in attack and defense, ensuring a balanced approach.
Overall, expect Roma’s strategy to heavily emphasize control in midfield and efficient use of their attacking trio to break down Cagliari’s defense.

Cagliari Team Analysis

Cagliari Recent Performance

Home team	Away team	Date	Competition	Result
Cagliari	Genoa	2025-03-07	Serie A	1-1 (Draw)
Bologna	Cagliari	2025-03-02	Serie A	2-1 (Loss)
Cagliari	Juventus	2025-02-23	Serie A	0-1 (Loss)
Atalanta	Cagliari	2025-02-15	Serie A	0-0 (Draw)
Cagliari	Parma Calcio	2025-02-09	Serie A	2-1 (Win)

Recent Form: DLLDW

Cagliari have shown a mixed bag of results in their last five games, with one win, two draws, and two losses. They average only 0.80 goals per game, indicating a struggle in the attacking department. Moreover, the team has managed just one clean sheet, which further highlights their defensive vulnerabilities. Despite these challenges, Cagliari have demonstrated resilience by securing a draw in some of their recent matches. If they tighten up at the back and find a way to score, they could potentially challenge Roma, especially considering Roma’s recent fixture congestion.

Cagliari Key Players

Cagliari’s performance against Roma will likely hinge on a few key figures.
Roberto Piccoli, their top scorer with seven goals this season, will be crucial in attack. He will be going up against Roma’s solid centre-backs like Gianluca Mancini and Evan N’Dicka.
In the midfield, Antoine Makoumbou and Alessandro Deiola are expected to provide the muscle and creative spark. Their battle against Roma’s midfield trio of Leandro Paredes, Manu Koné, and Paulo Dybala will be key.
Yerry Mina, leading their defence, will aim to neutralize Roma’s attacking threat, particularly their top scorer Artem Dovbyk.

Expected lineup for Cagliari:

• Goalkeeper: Elia Caprile
• Defenders: Sebastiano Luperto, Yerry Mina, Adam Obert
• Midfielders: Nadir Zortea, Michel Adopo, Antoine Makoumbou, Alessandro Deiola, Tommaso Augello
• Attacking Midfielder: Nicolas Viola
• Forward: Roberto Piccoli

Cagliari Suspensions & Injuries

Player	Injury	Expected return
Zito Luvumbo	Thigh injury	Early April 2025
Florinel Coman	Sprained ankle	Late March 2025
Gabriele Zappa	Thigh injury	Late March 2025

Injuries have hit Cagliari at a crucial time in the season. Forward Zito Luvumbo won’t be available until early April due to a thigh injury, which reduces their attacking options. Florinel Coman, who also picked up a sprained ankle, might recover in time but is unlikely to feature heavily if not fully fit. Gabriele Zappa’s ongoing thigh issue adds to Cagliari’s defensive worries. These absences could hamper their efforts, particularly against a Roma side that is strong at home.

Cagliari Tactics and Formation

Cagliari’s Tactical Breakdown:

• Formation: 4-2-3-1
• Key Forward: Roberto Piccoli, with 7 goals this season.
• Midfield Setup: Michel Adopo, Antoine Makoumbou, and Alessandro Deiola.
• Defensive Lineup: Sebastiano Luperto, Yerry Mina, Adam Obert, and Nadir Zortea.
• Notable Strategy: Compact midfield aiming to limit Roma’s attacking threats, as seen in their average of 1.6 goals conceded per match.

Coach Davide Nicola has tailored a cautious yet opportunistic approach. They focus on maintaining a solid defensive structure and exploiting set pieces. Expect to see Cagliari playing deep, looking for counter-attacking opportunities, especially through Piccoli’s finishing abilities.

Roma vs Cagliari Head-to-Head Statistics

Home team	Away team	Date	Competition	Result
Cagliari	Roma	2024-08-18	Serie A	0-0 (Draw)
Roma	Cagliari	2024-02-05	Serie A	4-0 (Win)
Cagliari	Roma	2023-10-08	Serie A	1-4 (Loss)
Roma	Cagliari	2022-01-16	Serie A	1-0 (Win)
Cagliari	Roma	2021-10-27	Serie A	1-2 (Loss)

In their last five meetings, Roma have dominated with four wins and one draw against Cagliari. Roma’s formidable record suggests they have a psychological edge going into this match.

Odds accurate as of 14/03/2025 15:01, and are subject to change. Please always check the odds before placing your bets with any bookmaker.