Monza vs Cagliari Preview: Can Cagliari's Away Run Continue Against Struggling Monza?

Cagliari have won their last three away league games, and Monza have won just one of their last six. On Monday evening, the two meet in Serie A with a gap of nine points between them. Monza vs Cagliari is a Matchday 7 fixture in Serie A, and it pairs a promoted side searching for stability against a team sitting inside the top four. Below you'll find the match details, form, history and our prediction, plus the Monza vs Cagliari match page on score808 if you want to follow the game online.

Monza vs Cagliari: Match Details

• Competition: Serie A 2026/27, Matchday 7
• Date: Monday, 19 October 2026
• Kick-off: 18:30 CEST, which is 16:30 UTC (17:30 UK time). A couple of Spanish pages show 12:30 in a US time zone, so confirm on the official Serie A site.
• Venue: U-Power Stadium (Stadio Brianteo), Monza. One page notes the venue is awaiting official confirmation.
• Follow online: score808.stream

The Table: Fourth Against 16th

Before this round, Cagliari were fourth with 13 points from six games, in a Champions League qualification place, while Monza were 16th with four points from the same number of matches, just above the relegation zone. A Cagliari win would cement their position near the top, while a Monza win would be a big step toward safety.

Monza: Scoring, but Not Winning

Monza's problem is turning goals into points. They have scored in each of their last six league matches but have failed to win five of those six. One form guide lists their last five results as one win, one draw and three defeats. Gustavo Varela is their top scorer with four goals, and the team averages around one goal per 90 minutes.

Defending has been the weakness: Monza conceded 12 goals in their first five games, one of the heaviest tallies in the league. At home, in front of their own supporters, they will hope to turn that around.

Cagliari: Efficient and Dangerous Away

Cagliari have been the surprise of the early season. They have won three of their last five completed matches, drawn one and lost one, and they have won their last three away league games. Daniel Maldini is among the league's top scorers with four goals, sharing second place.

The statistics are unusual: Cagliari have allowed the most goal attempts in the league and have the lowest possession percentage, but they are clinical at the other end, converting 22% of their chances compared with 18% for Monza. That counter-attacking approach is well suited to away trips.

Head-to-Head: Evenly Matched

The two clubs have met regularly in Serie A, with a balanced record. In the last five meetings, each team has won twice and one was drawn. The most recent was a 3-0 Cagliari win in March 2025. Monza have failed to score in both halves of their last eight league matches against Cagliari, which suggests they struggle to break them down.

Key Battles to Watch

1. Cagliari's counter-attacks against Monza's defence. With Monza conceding freely, Maldini and his teammates will see space.

2. Varela against Cagliari's back line. Monza's top scorer is their main hope of getting a goal.

3. Possession against efficiency. Monza will see more of the ball, but Cagliari are more clinical.

4. Confidence. Cagliari's away wins give them belief, while Monza have been short of results.

Team News

Confirmed line-ups were not available at the time of writing. Starting XIs are announced about an hour before kick-off. Follow updates on the live score808 match page.

Prediction: Monza vs Cagliari

Cagliari's form and efficiency make them favourites. Average bookmaker odds imply a 40% chance of a Cagliari win, 30% for Monza and 30% for a draw. Our pick is a narrow Cagliari win, though Monza's goalscoring record means a draw would not be a surprise. Please gamble responsibly, and only where it is legal.

Follow Monza vs Cagliari Online with Score808

Want to keep up with the game? Head to score808.stream for Monza vs Cagliari and other Serie A fixtures. Bookmark score808 for the rest of the 2026/27 season.

Monza vs Cagliari: FAQs

What time is Monza vs Cagliari?
Kick-off is 18:30 CEST on Monday 19 October 2026, which is 16:30 UTC and 17:30 UK time.

Where is Monza vs Cagliari being played?
At the U-Power Stadium (Stadio Brianteo) in Monza, Italy.

Which competition is this match part of?
Serie A, Matchday 7 of the 2026/27 season.

Where do the teams sit in the table?
Cagliari are fourth with 13 points, and Monza are 16th with four points, before this round.

Who is Cagliari's top scorer?
Daniel Maldini, with four goals.

When did these teams last meet?
In March 2025, when Cagliari won 3-0.

Where can I follow Monza vs Cagliari online?
On the score808 Monza vs Cagliari match page.