The 2016–17 season was Cagliari Calcio's first season back in Serie A after being relegated at the end of the 2014–15 season.

The club competed in Serie A, finishing 11th, and in the Coppa Italia, being eliminated in the fourth round.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.

Source: Competitive matches Last updated: 28 May 2017Source: Competitions