In the Round of 16 of the Italian Cup, "Napoli" defeated "Cagliari" in a penalty shootout. Regular time ended with a 1-1 draw.
The match began cautiously, as even minor mistakes could influence the outcome. "Napoli" opened the scoring in the 28th minute when Lorenzo Lucca sent the ball into the net with a precise shot, following a pass from Antonio Vergara.
However, "Cagliari" increased the pressure afterward and began to take control. In the second half, the visitors played more actively, striving to equalize the score.
In the 67th minute, Sebastiano Esposito capitalized on a chance with an accurate strike, making the score 1-1. The remainder of the game was primarily concentrated in the midfield, with both teams rarely concluding attacks with shots on goal.
Substitutions added a slight increase in pace to the game, but the score remained unchanged. The penalty shootout was highly tense, as a single mistake could determine the winner.
"Napoli" players were more precise with their shots, and the goalkeeper made a crucial save. Elmas and Politano successfully converted their opportunities, helping their team advance to the quarterfinals.
Thus, "Napoli" will face the winner of the "Fiorentina" and "Como" matchup in the quarterfinals.
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