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Will sit out more games Borrelli is nursing a flexor strain in his right thigh, Cagliari announced.

Impact Borrelli will be sidelined for at least a couple more contests after being a late scratch for the recent Roma one. Semih Kilicsoy has taken over the position at this point, while Leonardo Pavoletti will serve as the backup.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Absent versus Roma Borrelli won't be involved Monday due to a thigh injury, Cagliari relayed.

Impact Borrelli is undergoing evaluations for a flexor problem that might knock him out for a few weeks. Leonardo Pavletti and Agustin Albarracin will deputize Semih Kilicsoy up front in relief.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Assists in draw Borrelli assisted once to go with four shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and four chances created in Thursday's 2-2 draw versus Cremonese. In addition, he was given a...

Impact Borrelli recorded his first goal contribution since November 22, providing an assist to Michel Adopo, who scored from outside the box. It was also his first start in seven matches. Borrelli is now tied for Cagliari's leading goal scorer in Serie A with three goals. He could be in line for a second consecutive start in a favorable matchup against Genoa, who have conceded 29 goals in 19 games.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in late against Pisa Borrelli (ankle) drew one foul and had one pass in eight minutes in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Pisa.

Impact Borrelli only made a short cameo after training on the side for most of the week because of an ankle injury. He might have to split minutes with Semih Kilicsoy in the next few rounds, as the teammate scored a great goal in his first start in this one.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option for Pisa game Borrelli (ankle) will begin as a sub for Sunday's match against Pisa.

Impact Borrelli is available as expected but won't start as he's not fully fit. The coach chose Semih Kilicsoy to lead the frontline over Leonardo Pavoletti, while Sebastiano Esposito and Gianluca Gaetano will play in a supporting role.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Pisa fixture Borrelli (ankle) has been named in Cagliari's squad list to face Pisa on Sunday.

Impact Borrelli has done enough in the final practice of the week to be an option despite an ankle injury, but he might be deployed off the bench after a series of starts. Gianluca Gaetano or Leonardo Pavoletti would get the nod in that event. He has had a brace and added seven shots (two on target), one key pass and three tackles (two won) in the last four matches.

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Pisa game Borrelli "turned his ankle in the last game, and we'll see whether he'll be able to recover for Sunday," coach Fabio Pisacane informed.

Impact Borrelli has trained on the side for most of the week and is on the wrong side of questionable, but the gaffer left a small door open. Leonardo Pavoletti, Semih Kilicsoy or Gianluca Gaetano would eventually benefit from his absence.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Stifled by Juventus Borrelli drew four fouls and recorded one tackle (zero won) and nine passes in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Juventus.

Impact Borrelli couldn't replicate his previous appearance and was shut down by the opposing defence, even though Cagliari attacked a lot in the first half. He has had a brace and registered eight shots (two on target), one key pass, five tackles (two won) and two interceptions in the last six rounds.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bags brace versus Genoa Borrelli drew four fouls and scored two goals to go with four shots (two on target) in Saturday's 3-3 draw against Genoa.

Impact Borrelli had easily his best showing of the season, as he had hit the net just once so far, nudging it home twice from the point-blank range, outduelling and outmuscling multiple defenders on both occasions. He posted a new season high in attempts, leading his side. The good showing should cement his starting job over Mattia Felici and Zito Luvumbo. He has gotten the nod in four of the last five tilts, registering eight shots (two on target), one key pass and four tackles (two won).

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Silent in cameo against Bologna Borrelli (head) had one key pass and 10 passes and drew one foul in 36 minutes in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Bologna.

Impact Borrelli didn't get the start despite the absence of Andrea Belotti (knee), as the manager elected to field a consecutive lineup, and didn't make an impact upon subbing in. He has gotten the nod once in the last six matches, hitting the net once and recording three shots (two on target), four key apsses and one cross (zero accurate).

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids injury Borrelli (head) was able to practice fully as Cagliari started preparing for the Bologna game.

Impact Borrelli left late versus Udinese due to the lingering consequences of a collision with an opponent, but he's been cleared in a few days. He'll likely continue to lead the frontline since Andrea Belotti suffered a serious knee injury, backed up by Semih Kilicsoy and Leonardo Pavoletti. He has scored once in five appearances, adding five shots (three on target), three key passes and six tackles.

OCTOBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Goal before injury Borrelli scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Udinese. He was injured and subbed out in the 72nd minute.

Impact Sunday marked Borrelli's second start since joining Cagliari. He made the start count by scoring a goal, but it comes with a caveat, as an injury took him out of action early. Borrelli will have the international break to recover before Cagliari's Oct. 19 game against Bologna.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Cagliari Borrelli has inked a contract until 2029 with an option with Cagliari after fleeing Brescia.

Impact Borrelli is coming off three solid campaigns in Serie B, where he racked up 22 goals in 75 matches. He'll either deputize or partner with Roberto Piccoli. His role and minutes will hinge on whether Cagliari will make further offensive additions and which formation their new coach will land on.

JULY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE