Simone Aresti, former Cagliari goalkeeper, shared his opinions on the recent draw between the Sardinian team and Juventus, speaking for the first time with TMW after the match. In his speech he praised the management of Fabio Pisacane, who currently leads the team in fourth place with 13 points, and defended the reputation of Yerry Mina, a Colombian center defender who is often the subject of controversy.
According to Aresti, Cagliari is not a "flash in the pan" as some have suggested. “Beyond the results, you can clearly see a team with a precise identity, which knows when to play hard and when to defend with drawn sword,” he said. He underlined that the team is already mature and can compete in a major championship, without it being necessary to impose limits on Pisacane's team. The former goalkeeper highlighted the group's tactical solidity and ability to adapt to different game situations.
As for Mina, Aresti expressed a very positive view of the player. "Yerry Mina is the last survivor of the true defenders. Today it is scandalized, but the greatest Italian defenders have never played with foil. What is now considered a scandal was normality and, indeed, it was the first quality that was looked for in a defender", he declared. The former teammate underlined that Mina's behavior does not exceed the limits, citing the fact that the Colombian has never been sent off and that he knows where he can go, charging when his opponents get nervous.
Aresti also spoke about Mina's personality off the pitch, calling him a "true all-round leader" and a person who is always positive and uniquely good. He reiterated that Mina's behavior on the pitch is consistent with his playing style and that it does not represent a problem for the team.
In summary, Simone Aresti expressed strong support for Cagliari and their coach, highlighting the group's maturity and identity, and defended Yerry Mina as a traditional and respected defender, both on and off the pitch. With Serie A still ongoing, Cagliari will continue to fight to improve their position in the table, while Mina will remain a key element of the Sardinian defence.