The Coppa Italia first-round match between Serie A side Cagliari and lower-league ACD Virtus Entella ended in a 1-1 draw on August 17, 2025, forcing the tie to a penalty shootout to determine who advances. This result represents a major scare for the top-flight club, as Entella held their own and secured a famous draw in regular time. Cagliari, playing at home, would have been expected to progress comfortably but found a determined and well-organized opponent. The equalizer from Entella set up a tense finale and ultimately a shootout, which is the typical decider in such cup fixtures after a draw. This match exemplifies the magic of the Coppa Italia, where smaller clubs always dream of causing an upset against elite opposition.