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The spoils are shared in this disappointing encounter, as both clubs remain locked in the relegation battle.
Both sides have turned a corner since bringing in new Coaches, but remain in the danger zone. Livorno had won three of their last four under Giancarlo Camolese, while Nedo Sonetti was hoping for more luck after Cagliari's last-gasp defeat to Milan.
Curiously, all three of the previous Serie A editions of this fixture had ended in a draw. The Sardinians handed the Serie A debut to goalkeeper Marruocco.
Alessandro Matri had penalty appeals early on, then Pasquale Foggia's backheel created a good opportunity for Roberto Acquafresca.
Marruoco dealt with a Diego Tristan strike from distance and Foggia threatened with a solo effort. After the restart Cagliari created two very dangerous situations from corner kicks, one of which was kept out by Daniele De Vezze's goalline clearance - perhaps with help from an arm.
Marruocco held a deflected effort from Erjon Bogdani set up by Emanuele Filippini, while Acquafresca turned a promising header over.
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