The 2-0 win for Inter Milan away to Cagliari was also a straightforward evening for referee Marco Piccinini.

According to the Corriere dello Sport, via FCInterNews, the official delivered a calm and controlled performance in what was only his second Serie A match of the season.

Across 27 fouls, the referee issued just two yellow cards, both judged correct.

Both goals were reviewed, with Lautaro Martinez’s opener confirmed as legal, as no foul was committed in the challenge with Obert.

Similarly, Francesco Pio Esposito’s strike was deemed valid without any controversy.

Referee Piccinini Gets Calls Right In Cagliari 0-2 Inter

Marco Piccinini Referee
REGGIO NELL’EMILIA, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 01: Referee, Marco Piccinini reacts during the Serie A TIM match between US Sassuolo and Hellas Verona FC at Mapei Stadium – Citta’ del Tricolore on September 01, 2023 in Reggio nell’Emilia, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

There was also an incident involving Marcus Thuram, who went down under pressure in the box from Luperto.

However, analysis suggested the striker had already lost balance before the contact.

With a clear view of the action, Piccinini opted to wave play on, a decision considered fully accurate.

The overall verdict from the Corriere: a composed and well-managed display.