Pisa coach avoids controversy after Durosinmi red card
Pisa SC manager Oscar Hiljemark declined to comment directly on the red card given to Nigerian striker Rafiu Durosinmi during their 3–1 win over Cagliari Calcio. The match saw Durosinmi sent off in the 37th minute after a clash with Yerry Mina. Despite being a man down, Pisa delivered a determined performance and secured their first win of 2026. The victory provides a much-needed boost as the team continues to battle relegation.
Match highlights
- Rafiu Durosinmi was sent off in the 37th minute for violent conduct following an altercation with Yerry Mina.
- Pisa took the lead with a ninth-minute penalty from Stefano Moreo.
- A second-half brace from Antonio Caracciolo sealed the win, while Leonardo Pavoletti scored for Cagliari.
- The result moves Pisa to 19th in the Serie A standings with 18 points from 29 matches, still seven points from safety.
- Oscar Hiljemark stated he did not see the red card incident and emphasized the importance of the three points for the team and fans.
