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Serie A: Juventus Scramble Draw Against Cagliari
Juventus produced a second-half comeback from two goals down to salvage a 2-2 draw with Cagliari, in a match filled with drama, missed opportunities, and tactical battles.
The hosts, Cagliari, started the game brightly, creating several early chances that went begging. Zito Luvumbo, Ibrahim Sulemana, and Eldor Shomurodov all had opportunities to put their team ahead but failed to hit the target. Despite their early dominance, it was Gianluca Gaetano who broke the deadlock from the penalty spot after a handball by Gleison Bremer. Moments later, another penalty was awarded to Cagliari, which Yerry Mina converted to double their lead.
Juventus, trailing by two goals, needed a spark, and Allegri turned to Kenan Yıldız at halftime to inject some energy into his team. However, it was Dušan Vlahović who provided the lifeline for Juventus with a stunning free-kick to halve the deficit. The Bianconeri pushed for an equalizer, but Cagliari’s defensive reshuffle made it difficult for them to break through.
In a twist of fate, Juventus found their equalizer through an own goal by Alberto Dossena, who inadvertently redirected Yıldız’s cross into his net. While the comeback showed Juventus’ fighting spirit, it also highlighted their struggles away from home, as they extended their winless run to six matches.
Despite their recent inconsistencies, Juventus still hold a commanding lead in the Serie A standings, ensuring their place in the UEFA Champions League next season. On the other hand, Cagliari’s impressive form in recent matches has seen them move closer to securing their survival in the top flight.
