"During the week, I've sensed a focus, a desire to improve, and a sense of self-awareness. The team is on edge. This is a real head-to-head match. This is like a final."

Keep your head and guard up . Fabio Pisacane is confident that Cagliari won't underestimate tomorrow night's match at the Domus against Verona, after beating Juventus and Fiorentina. "We know what we had to do to win the last few games. But we also know very well what our situation is," the Rossoblu coach is keen to point out.

"We're facing a wounded opponent who will want to show signs of vitality. It will be a very aggressive match. We'll play on second balls, in duels. But we're ready," he assures. "We're thinking as if we've only earned one point and not six. We're hammering away and we have to keep hammering."

Pisacane found in his players' eyes the same energy he himself displayed at the press conference at the Crai Sport Center in Assemini. And to those who accused Cagliari of unsportsmanlike behavior this week—especially on social media—he responded with style: "Given that no one likes to lose, I don't want to add too much. What I'm saying is that, generally speaking, I don't care much about others. I focus on my work and my career."

A team that wins twice in a row shouldn't be changed? "Whoever has done well always has an advantage. So there's a good chance the starting eleven will be the same." New arrival Albarracín is also among the squad, hoping he can transfer from South America in time. The Neapolitan coach is clearly pleased with the signing: "We've been keeping a close eye on him. He has quality, he's good in tight spaces, he's quick on goal." Dutchman Raterink was also officially welcomed: "We're all convinced we've made a move with a clear future. He has important qualities from midfield onwards. But what struck me most was his mentality, his hunger. He also clearly needs to improve defensively. But as I've always said, there's no rush."

What will happen now in the final days of the transfer window? "We're vigilant. We're happy with what we've done so far. It's a dynamic market. Whatever comes our way, we won't be caught off guard."