Esposito scores, Laurienté and Pinamonti shine, Sassuolo 2-1, Cagliari lose again ❌ | OneFootball

Sassuolo secures a crucial victory in the battle for survival and conquers Cagliari’s Unipol Domus. Fabio Grosso’s team beats the Sardinians 2-1 thanks to goals from Laurienté (MVP) and Pinamonti.

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For Pisacane’s team, Sebastiano Esposito’s goal—his first in Serie A after 284 days without scoring—was not enough. Without Berardi, the match was decided by the Frenchman with a direct free kick and the former Inter striker with a finish from inside the penalty area.

The crisis continues for the Rossoblù, with a third consecutive home defeat and five matches without a win. 

❌ VAR in the spotlight: Esposito gives Domus false hope

In the 28th minute, Cagliari celebrates Sebastiano Esposito’s decisive touch, as he smartly puts away Borrelli’s headed assist.

But the joy lasts only a few seconds: the assistant raises his flag and, after a quick VAR check, the decision is confirmed — clear offside by the Rossoblù striker.

🧱 Caprile saves everything: the Rossoblù wall

At the end of the first half, Sassuolo comes alive and creates two great chances: first a powerful right-footed shot from Thorstvedt from distance, then a diagonal effort from Volpato that seems destined for the corner.

In both cases, Elia Caprile pulls off two applause-worthy saves, keeping the score level and confirming himself as one of the best young goalkeepers in the league.

🎯 MAGIC Laurienté+Pinamonti: 2-0 Sassuolo

A deadly one-two allows Sassuolo to take the lead at the Domus Arena in Cagliari.

In the 54th minute, Laurienté’s free kick is perfect and leaves Caprile no chance, as he stands motionless and watches the ball hit the back of the net.

Grosso’s team doubles their lead shortly after with Pinamonti, who receives the ball from Volpato (a questionable position, but VAR confirms it’s regular), sidesteps a couple of defenders, and finishes at the near post with his left foot to make it 2-0.

Obert 🟨 HEAVY, Esposito scores after 284 days 🔙

Adam Obert will not be available to Pisacane for Lazio-Cagliari. The Slovak defender was booked and was already on a warning.

Shortly after, Sebastiano Esposito returned to scoring after 284 days, taking advantage of a brilliant assist from Felici.

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