Cagliari president Massimo Cellino has handed coach Pierpaolo Bisoli a vote of confidence.

The Sardi currently lay joint bottom in Serie A with just one win in eight matches.

"After the game against Lazio I complimented Bisoli and the players who went out on the pitch with professionalism and commitment," Cellino said.

"The defeat was undeserved for the quality of play and number of chances. I have certainly not put rumours of a sacking around.

"I've followed Bisoli's training sessions. I have seen a group of serious professionals who work with commitment.

"The results will arrive soon. We will have a good season. I am ready to bet that we will place higher than Lazio.

"Actually, I am telling the fans that if we don't do better than Lazio, I will refund their season tickets."