PRESS ROOM | Pavoletti’s words
“There’s a lot of regret; despite the great performance, we didn’t take home even a point. But at the same time, there’s the awareness that we played like a great team against a great opponent. This is the attitude we must always have, both at home and away.”
Captain Leonardo Pavoletti, in his 200th match wearing the rossoblù colors—an achievement honored by President Giulini with a commemorative jersey—met with the media at the end of the match against Atalanta.
THE RIGHT MINDSET
“We need to learn to be more clinical, more ruthless in front of goal. This year we’re creating a lot, we’re enjoying ourselves, but it’s a shame if all this work doesn’t translate into goals. Now we need to take that extra step because teams like Atalanta won’t let you off the hook. We’re close to achieving it; we’re just a step away from becoming a team that can truly enjoy success without always worrying about the standings. We have a great coach who has been pushing us toward this goal from day one.”
FOCUS ON DETAILS
“We need to correct the few mistakes we’re making and turn them into strengths. This season, we have a new philosophy, a different attitude. We’ve already made progress in terms of mentality: we have character, we approach every match with courage, and we don’t wait for the opponent to make the first move. Since I’ve been at Cagliari, I’ve never experienced this before. There have been very few games where we couldn’t show this approach; almost always, we’ve done it and for the full ninety minutes.
We’re working hard, and what we practice is being translated onto the pitch during matches. I believe the fans are proud of performances like today’s, and I hope they’ll continue to be even more so. We have some games ahead of us that could mark a turning point.”
200 CAPS WITH CAGLIARI JERSEY
“I’m very happy and proud of this milestone; it strengthens my bond with this Club even more, and I’m honored to be part of Cagliari’s history. I always give my all, whether I start the match or come off the bench, and even during training sessions throughout the week, I try to be an added value for this Club and this team. I’m training well, I have a good rapport with everyone, and I have positive feelings. Today, I’m just sorry we couldn’t celebrate with something we truly deserved.”
NEXT MATCHES
“Compared to last year, I haven’t yet had a clear-cut chance to score. Still, I’ve come close to the goal, which is a good sign—it means I’m moving well, and my anticipation of where the ball will land is spot on. At this pace, the goal will come.
On Tuesday, we play in the Coppa Italia. It’ll be tough; we’re up against a strong team in their stadium. But we want to try to advance, and we’ll give it our all. I’m confident we’ll put in an excellent performance. Today’s game gives us even more confidence in our abilities: playing like this, we can compete with anyone.
After Juventus, we’ll focus on Venezia. It’s never an ordinary match for us, and it’ll be a direct clash.”
