Cagliari, Atalanta

Cagliari and Atalanta faced off in a highly anticipated Serie A match, with both teams eager to secure a crucial victory. The match was played at the Unipol Domus stadium, and it was a closely contested affair from the very beginning.

Cagliari started the match brightly and created a number of early chances, but they were unable to find the back of the net. Atalanta grew into the game as the half progressed, and they took the lead in the 25th minute through a stunning strike from Duvan Zapata. Cagliari responded well to going behind, and they equalised just five minutes later through a header from Leonardo Pavoletti.

The second half was just as entertaining as the first, with both teams creating a number of chances. Atalanta regained the lead in the 65th minute through a penalty from Luis Muriel, but Cagliari once again showed their resilience and equalised for a second time in the 75th minute through a goal from Joao Pedro.

The match ended 2-2, and it was a fair result in the end. Both teams played well, and they both deserved to take something from the game. The draw leaves Cagliari in 15th place in the Serie A table, while Atalanta remain in first place.

This was a great match to watch, and it was a shame that neither team could find a winning goal. Cagliari showed great character to come back from behind twice, and they will be pleased with a point against one of the best teams in the league. Atalanta will be disappointed not to have won, but they will be pleased with their overall performance.

The match was also notable for the performance of Cagliari's Joao Pedro. The Brazilian forward scored a superb goal to equalise for his team in the second half, and he was a constant threat to the Atalanta defence throughout the match.

Cagliari and Atalanta will both be looking to build on this performance when they return to action next weekend. Cagliari will travel to face Udinese, while Atalanta will host Juventus.