Monza vs Cagliari prediction

THE FORECAST

Cagliari sit 5th with 13 points and an impressive defensive record (3 clean sheets, only 0.5 goals conceded per game), while Monza are 16th with just 4 points, a leaky defence (2.5 GA per game) and a massive injury list including Pessina, Colombo, Ngonge and Mota suspended. Both sides have equal rest (8 days), so no rotation advantage for Monza, and Cagliari's manager is already planning rotations from a position of strength rather than necessity. Cagliari's form (DWWWL) and defensive solidity make them clear favourites on the road, with Monza's depleted squad and poor recent results (LWLDL) offering little reason to back the hosts.