We can cope with Di Vaio loss - Acquafresca
Posted Thursday, April 12, 2012 by PA
Striker Robert Acquafresca believes the absence of captain Marco Di Vaio will not hinder Bologna as they continue their battle for Serie A survival against Cagliari.
Last weekend's goalless draw at bottom-side Cesena moved Bologna to 15th place, six points clear of the drop zone with seven games remaining.
Di Vaio, who has been an inspiration for the Rossoblu so far, will miss the encounter through suspension.
The Italian forward has scored 10 goals in 31 league appearances.
"Di Vaio is a very important player for us," Acquafresca said. "But we have a good group that never gives up.
"The game against Cagliari will be difficult but then again we know that we face seven battles."
Bologna, coached by Stefano Pioli, have suffered a drop in form of late and have mustered just one win in their last six league games.
"We are very hungry to return to victory," Acquafresca said.
"It's frustrating for us not to be able to put into practice all the good work we do in training during the week."
Bologna have struggled in front of goal, scoring just once in their last three league games.
Cagliari travel to the Renato Dall' Ara stadium also looking to take a big step towards Serie A safety.
The Sardinians moved two places and one point clear of Bologna after last weekend's 2-2 draw against Inter Milan.
The result followed their 2-0 triumph over Atalanta.
"We still need to get a few more points to defend our Serie A status," Cagliari coach Massimo Ficcadenti said.
"But we have a solid group and since I returned to guide the team last month, my players have responded really well."
Cagliari have lost just one of their last four league games.
The visitors will have to do without striker Mauricio Pinilla, who must serve a one-match ban.
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