I saw this match. The red card for Iaquinta was very harsh; he and Budel both jumped and Iaquinta's arm was outstretched. Maybe it was accidental and maybe it wasn't, but it was NOT a clear-cut situation and the contact from his elbow seemed pretty light anyway. It's not like he up and nailed some guy in the face. I thought at most it deserved a yellow for dangerous play.
I was cheering for Udinese in this one, but... aside of Iaquinta, for the most part they weren't much to write home about. At all. Both teams started out poorly; Cagliari eventually picked up the pace and I can't help but admire their determination in saving themselves from relegation here-- for the time being, anyway. Nicely done, Cagliari, and a deserved win.
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