Napoli coach Antonio Conte insists ‘the team that deserved it the most went through’ to the Coppa Italia quarter-final after an ‘interminable’ penalty shoot-out against Cagliari.

In recent years, the role of fans in sports has evolved significantly. A vibrant fan base can significantly influence a team's performance, both on and off the field. For Napoli, the expected turnout of over 45,000 supporters for the Coppa Italia quarterfinal against Cagliari highlights the unwavering loyalty of the tifosi.

Juve, Inter, Napoli, and Atalanta advance to the quarter-finals thanks to victories over Udinese, Venezia, Cagliari, and Genoa, with matches strictly played in front of their own fans. Watch the

The buildup to this Coppa Italia clash has centered on two issues: revenge for Lazio and rotation for Milan. With a strong domestic form and no European schedule to drain resources, Milan is taking the Italian Cup competition seriously, especially after losing last season’s final.

Tavares’ corner kick, a headed goal from the captain. The breakthrough arrives at minute 80: Mandas’ save on Pulisic, super Maignan on Noslin. Group stage draw in Washington today (18:00). Change of pace and dribbles: he’s a solution for Como

AC Milan were dumped out of the Coppa Italia by Lazio on Thursday, but Massimiliano Allegri has backed the Serie A leaders to bounce back.

Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Coppa Italia clash between Napoli and Cagliari, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.