Serie A Regular Season - 21
Cremonese 0 - 0 FT Hellas Verona
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
41' Jari Vandeputte
HT
↓ A. Sarr ↑S. Serdar 66'
↓ E. Ebosse ↑A. Harroui 71'
73' ↓ F. Bonazzoli ↑F. Moumbagna
73' ↓ F. Ceccherini ↑F. Folino
74' Jamie Vardy
83' ↓ J. Vandeputte ↑A. Zerbin
↓ P. Lirola ↑D. Oyegoke 87'
89' ↓ A. Grassi ↑M. Collocolo
89' ↓ T. Barbieri ↑R. Floriani
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Cremonese
Goalkeepers
E. Audero 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
F. Ceccherini 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
8
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
F. Baschirotto 
MAGNET
81
Activity
81
Activity
74
Passes
7
Duels
M. Bianchetti
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
T. Barbieri
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
W. Bondo
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
A. Grassi
MAGNET
67
Activity
67
Activity
59
Passes
8
Duels
J. Vandeputte
LATE SHIFT
7
Late Mins
7
Late Mins
83
Total Mins
83
Entry
F. Terracciano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
F. Bonazzoli
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
73
Total Mins
73
Entry
J. Vardy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
M. Silvestri 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
L. Nava
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
R. Floriani
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Faye
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Folino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Collocolo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Lordkipanidze
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Zerbin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Johnsen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Moumbagna
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Vazquez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Verona
Goalkeepers
S. Perilli
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
T. Slotsager
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
V. Nelsson 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
E. Ebosse
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
P. Lirola 
NPC
87
Minutes
87
Minutes
14%
Pass Acc
6.5
Rating
R. Gagliardini 
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
4
Interceptions
0
Blocks
A. Bernede
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Bradaric
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
L. Montipo
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
G. Toniolo
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
D. Oyegoke
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
3
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Cham
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Serdar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Kastanos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Harroui
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Niasse
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Mosquera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Isaac
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15/09/2025 | Verona | 0 - 0 | Cremonese | Serie A | Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi |
| 30/04/2023 | Cremonese | 1 - 1 | Verona | Serie A | Stadio Giovanni Zini |
| 09/01/2023 | Verona | 2 - 0 | Cremonese | Serie A | Stadio Marc'Antonio Bentegodi |
| 30/07/2022 | Verona | 4 - 3 | Cremonese | Friendlies Clubs | Campo Sportivo Castelnuovo del Garda |
| 18/08/2019 | Verona | 1 - 2 | Cremonese | Coppa Italia | Stadio Marc'Antonio Bentegodi |
| 29/03/2019 | Cremonese | 1 - 1 | Verona | Serie B | Stadio Giovanni Zini |
Cremonese Win
Hellas Verona Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 21 GD: +27
P: 21 GD: +18
P: 21 GD: +14
P: 21 GD: +14
P: 21 GD: +15
P: 21 GD: +15
P: 21 GD: +6
P: 21 GD: +6
P: 21 GD: +2
P: 21 GD: -11
P: 21 GD: -5
P: 21 GD: -8
P: 21 GD: -8
P: 21 GD: -13
P: 21 GD: -8
P: 21 GD: -7
P: 21 GD: -9
P: 21 GD: -16
P: 21 GD: -15
League Standings
P: 28 GD: +42
P: 28 GD: +24
P: 28 GD: +14
P: 28 GD: +25
P: 28 GD: +17
P: 28 GD: +22
P: 28 GD: +13
P: 28 GD: +3
P: 28 GD: -3
P: 28 GD: 0
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -6
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 28 GD: -21
P: 28 GD: -17
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -18
P: 28 GD: -27
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Deadlock at the Zini as Verona Hold Firm
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 6/100. A tactical stalemate that leaves Verona rooted to the bottom and Cremonese searching for creative answers in a lackluster affair.
A Cagey Opening at Stadio Giovanni Zini
The encounter at Stadio Giovanni Zini began with a clear tactical divide, as Cremonese looked to establish dominance through sustained build-up play. The home side controlled possession with a 56% share, yet they struggled to convert this territorial advantage into meaningful opportunities. An Intensity rating of 1.5 reflects the sluggish nature of the match, as both sides appeared more concerned with defensive integrity than offensive flair. For Cremonese, the inability to find gaps in the final third turned the opening phase into a frustrating exercise in lateral passing. The visitors, meanwhile, were content to sit deep and absorb pressure, ensuring the match remained locked in a cagey middle-ground struggle.
Nelsson Anchors the Visitor's Defense
The defining element of the match was the resilience of the Verona backline, which refused to buckle under the hosts' pressure. Central to this effort was Victor Nelsson, whose commanding presence earned him the man-of-the-match honors with a 7.5 rating. Nelsson's ability to organize the defense and make critical interceptions ensured that the match maintained a strict Balance throughout the ninety minutes. Despite Verona registering more shots on target (4) than their hosts (1), they lacked the clinical edge to capitalize on their limited counter-attacking moments. The lack of a Sniper in either penalty area meant that the goalkeepers remained largely untroubled, preserving the scoreless status quo.
Implications for the Relegation Battle
As the clock ticked down, the Stakes of this relegation battle became increasingly evident, yet neither side could summon the necessary Upset Factor to secure a win. For Verona, a point on the road might usually be welcomed, but their current position at 20th in the table means they are desperate for maximum points. They remain at the foot of Serie A with just 14 points from 21 games, a dire situation that requires immediate improvement in form. Cremonese sits in 12th, but this result highlights a stagnancy that could see them drawn into the lower-table scrap if their goal-scoring woes continue. The final whistle brought a sense of resignation to the Zini, as both sets of fans left wondering where the goals will come from in the weeks ahead.
Key Questions
Who was the top performer in the match?
Victor Nelsson of Verona was the standout player, earning a 7.5 rating for his defensive performance.
How does this result affect Verona's league position?
Verona remains in 20th place, the bottom of the table, with 14 points after 21 matches.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Survival Instincts at the Zini
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 45/100. A tense relegation battle where Verona’s top-flight life is on the line against a Cremonese side eager to pull clear of the danger zone.
The Setup
This match at the Stadio Giovanni Zini is a classic six-pointer in the fight against the drop. Cremonese currently sit 15th, eight points clear of the basement, but a Form rating of 3.9 suggests they are far from safe. For bottom-placed Verona, the situation is critical; with only two wins all season, they arrive in Cremona knowing that anything less than three points further cements their status as favorites for the drop. The high Balance score of 9.5 indicates two teams that are statistically neck-and-neck, despite the gap in the standings.
Key Battle
In a match where neither side boasts a dominant playmaker, the battle will be won in the trenches of the midfield. The unit-on-unit scrap will see the Cremonese engine room, featuring M. Payero and W. Bondo, attempting to stifle a Verona attack led by G. Orban. With both teams struggling for fluency, look for a heavy emphasis on direct play and winning second balls in central areas to dictate the tempo.
Our Prediction
Expect a cagey, low-scoring affair where nerves play a central role. While Cremonese have the home advantage, their low win rate at the Zini (22.2%) makes them hard to back with confidence. Verona will likely play with the desperation of a team with nothing left to lose, potentially forcing a stalemate. We predict a 1-1 draw—a result that does little to help Verona’s Stakes but keeps Cremonese’s head above water, largely thanks to the defensive Stars in the home goal.