Yerry Mina
CAGScores winner vs Torino
Mina scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Torino.
Analysis: Mina scored just before the halftime to complete Cagliari's comeback with his second goal in the season. The centerback made the second-most clearances for his side on defense. He started in all his 25 appearances.
Makes Sunday squad return
Mina (thigh) has been named in the squad for Sunday's clash against Torino.
Analysis: Mina's inclusion is a positive development after the thigh issue had raised concerns about his availability following the warmup ailment last week. The defender has been a consistent presence when fit, logging at least one clearance in each of his last seven consecutive starts while amassing 24 clearances, nine tackles, 10 interceptions and eight blocks during that stretch, contributing to two clean sheets. His availability gives the coaching staff their preferred defensive option heading into the final two matchs of the season.
Likely for Torino meeting
Mina (thigh) was able to practice with no limitations Friday, Cagliari relayed.
Analysis: Mina should be available on Sunday after picking up an ailment while warming up last week, but it remains to be seen whether the coach will field him from the jump, as he hasn't trained a lot during the season. Juan Rodriguez and Alberto Dossena teamed up in the back sans him in the previous game. Mina has logged at least one clearance in his seven consecutive showings (all starts), amassing 24, contributing to two clean sheets and posting nine tackles (five won), 10 interceptions and eight blocks during that span.
Avoids big injuries
Mina is nursing muscle fatigue in his calf, Cagliari relayed.
Analysis: Mina escaped without a strain after bowing out before kick-off in the last game and worked on the side as Cagliari started preparing for Sunday's home match versus Torino. He'll have to ramp up over the next few days to be an option.
Drops to the bench for Udinese tilt
Mina will no longer start against Udinese due to late calf tightness, Cagliari announced.
Analysis: Mina was supposed to get the nod as usual, but experienced some discomfort while warming up and might not be risked altogether, even though he remains available. Juan Rodriguez is taking his place.
Fine performance in Atalanta clash
Mina drew one foul and generated seven clearances and one interception in Monday's 3-2 victory against Atalanta.
Analysis: Mina did what he could to contain a high-wattage offense and put up a decent amount of stats in the process, but the opponents hit the net twice. He has logged at least one clearance in six matches on the trot, totaling 20, contributing to one clean sheet and posting eight interceptions and five blocks during that stretch. Instead, he ended a four-game streak with two tackles in this one.
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