Parma Calcio 1913 - Cagliari
Last updated: Today, at Parma and Cagliari open Serie A campaigns at Stadio Ennio Tardini
Parma Calcio 1913 and Cagliari kick off their Serie A seasons on 22 August 2026 at Stadio Ennio Tardini. Both sides enter this opening matchday with momentum, having successfully navigated their respective Coppa Italia fixtures on 14 August 2026. Parma secured a clean 2-0 victory against Catania, while Cagliari narrowingly overcame S.S. Arezzo with a 1-0 win. These results provide a solid foundation for both squads as they transition into the rigors of league football, though Parma must contend with the absence of Hans Nicolussi Caviglia due to injury.
The expected XI for Parma features an attacking trio of El Bilal Toure, David Romero, and Pontus Almqvist, while Cagliari look to Daniel Maldini and Kevin Carlos to lead their line. Their most recent meeting on 27 February 2026 ended in a 1-1 draw, highlighting how competitive this fixture has become. With both teams showing defensive discipline in their recent cup outings, the tactical battle in midfield will likely determine who claims the early advantage in this Serie A opener.
