Coppa Italia: Napoli vs. Cagliari – Line-ups and TV Broadcast Details
In a thrilling Coppa Italia encounter, SSC Napoli will face Cagliari in the Round of 16. The match is scheduled to kick off on August 30, 2025, at 18:00 CET (17:00 GMT). It will take place at the renowned Stadio Diego Armando Maradona in Naples.
Match Preview: Napoli vs. Cagliari
Head coach Antonio Conte has announced a lineup that will feature significant rotations due to ongoing injuries within the squad. This strategy aims to keep the team fresh ahead of their crucial Serie A fixture against Juventus, which is set for Sunday.
Expected Line-ups
Conte’s approach will see players who have had limited playing time step into the spotlight. Notable inclusions in the starting roster are:
- Napoli (3-4-3): Milinkovic-Savic; Beukema, Juan Jesus, Olivera; Mazzocchi, Vergara, Elmas, Spinazzola; Politano, Lucca, Ambrosino.
- Cagliari (3-5-2): Caprile; Zappa, Deiola, Rodriguez; Di Pardo, Cavuoti, Prati, Gaetano, Idrissi; Kilicsoy, Luvumbo.
Among those starting for Napoli are Lorenzo Lucca, Antonio Vergara, and Giuseppe Ambrosino, each looking to make a significant impact in the match.
Broadcast Information
Fans can catch the game live on Premier Player in the UK and Ireland. In the USA, it will be available on Paramount+. Additionally, Football Italia will offer live updates through a dedicated blog to ensure fans don’t miss any of the action.
Context of the Match
This match is particularly important for Napoli as they seek to advance further in the Coppa Italia. With several key players injured, the team’s depth will be tested. Players such as Scott McTominay and Stanislav Lobotka are resting, with Eljif Elmas and Vergara stepping up in central midfield.
- Match Date: August 30, 2025
- Time: 18:00 CET (17:00 GMT)
- Location: Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, Naples
As the teams prepare to clash, anticipation builds for what promises to be an exhilarating match between these two storied clubs.
