Napoli v Cagliari, unique last 16 tie: no press conference for Pisacane | OneFootball

The Coppa Italia calendar features a round of 16 match with a strong emotional impact. On Wednesday at 6:00 PM, Napoli will host Cagliari at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium for a clash that is worth a spot in the next round, but also carries with it a web of stories and feelings that go beyond the pitch.

Coppa Italia, emotions at the Maradona: Pisacane returns home against Napoli

Sitting on the rossoblù bench will be Fabio Pisacane, a coach born and raised in Naples and still deeply attached to his roots. For him, returning to the Fuorigrotta cauldron, where last time he had to surrender only in the final minutes to a goal by Anguissa, will not be just another away match, but a symbolic return to the place that fueled his passion for football. Leading Cagliari against the team from his hometown, in the stadium that bears the name of the ultimate idol Diego Armando Maradona, represents a special moment for Pisacane.

The eve of the match also features a peculiarity: both clubs have decided to cancel their pre-match press conferences. Cagliari, however, will not forgo the voice of their coach. The Sardinian club has announced that Pisacane will speak through an exclusive interview on the club’s official channels, an alternative format that will allow the coach to share his feelings and tactical ideas. The return of the “son of Naples” to the Maradona, with qualification at stake and an atmosphere charged with emotion, adds even more allure to a match that promises intensity.

Andrea Alati

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