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Zdenek Zeman demands a different “mentality” from Cagliari against Genoa after their heavy defeat to Lazio.
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“The whole team did badly in the first half against Lazio, so we must begin again from the good work done in the second half,” said Zeman of Cagliari’s 4-2 defeat.
“I think it was an issue of mentality, as in the first half we didn’t have a shot on goal, which is really strange for us. We just weren’t there.”
The Sardinians cannot afford that approach against Genoa, who are on a great run of form that saw them beat Serie A leaders Juventus” data-scaytid=”13″>Juventus.
“They are fourth in the table, so feeling very pleased with themselves. In order to be happy, we need to win a few more games, especially at home. Sooner or later we have to end that taboo.
“Gasperini has changed many systems and players. I like it when teams come and press us, as that leaves spaces in attack.
“Genoa practically play with six midfielders, even if it’s a 3-4-3.”
Victor Ibarbo and Lorenzo Crisetig are both suspended, while Sebastian Eriksson is still a long-term absentee.
Cagliari squad for Genoa: Colombi, Cragno; Avelar, Balzano, Benedetti, Capuano, Ceppitelli, Murru, Pisano, Rossettini; Barella, Capello, Conti, Dessena, Donsah, Ekdal, Joao Pedro; Caio Rangel, Cossu, Farias, Longo, Sau