"I saw a great sense of responsibility in the boys' eyes. It's a game that doesn't require motivation; we all know what it represents and what we have to do."
Fabio Pisacane thus launches the challenge against Torino from the Crai Sport Center in Assemini ahead of tomorrow night's match at the Domus, which could mean survival. "After the defeat against Udinese, there was great disappointment. We analyzed the mistakes in detail," the Cagliari coach stated in the press conference immediately after the final training session. "But football is beautiful because it always gives you a chance. Fear shouldn't be destructive; it should give us extra motivation. And other results don't matter to us; we are always masters of our own destiny."
Mina and Borrelli are back, as well as Deiola. With Zé Pedro suspended, Zappa will almost certainly replace him, the Neapolitan coach hints: "Gabri could be the best fit." Pavoletti , obviously, will not be playing due to injury, but he will be at the stadium to greet the fans after announcing the end of his time as a Rossoblu player. "It's strange to be here for his last match with Cagliari. Life can really surprise you sometimes," Pisacane admits. "I've had two different experiences with him. As a teammate, I knew a warrior, a leader. As a coach, I had daily conversations; Leo has a strong character. For the journey he's taken and what he's given, he deserves great respect. Sacrifice, belonging, identity. Let's achieve our goal, then, and also celebrate him as he deserves."
When asked about his future, Pisacane was keen to clarify: "Cagliari's priority is certainly not Pisacane's future, but achieving our goal. I don't think about the future, just as I don't feel untouchable. Life is unpredictable. My dream was to bring Cagliari back to where it belongs, and that's all I'm thinking about."
