Serie A Regular Season - 3

Hellas Verona 0 - 0 FT Cremonese

Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi

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Futmetrix Verdict
35
FT
Mon, Sep 15
Italiano
Hellas Verona
0-0
Cremonese
⚡ Intensity 15
⚖️ Balance 0
🏆 Stakes 67
🎲 Upset 91
Audero's wall thwarts wasteful Verona siege.

Audero's Masterclass Denies Dominant Verona

Skip It Futmetrix Score: 35/100. A frustrating stalemate for Verona who dominated every metric at the Bentegodi but found no way past an inspired Emil Audero in a lopsided encounter.

The Siege Begins at the Bentegodi

From the opening exchange at Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi, the tactical narrative was clear. Verona, desperate to kickstart their campaign in this early relegation battle, swarmed forward with relentless intent. The Stakes were evident in every challenge as the hosts racked up a staggering 10 corners in a bid to overwhelm the visitors. Central to this bombardment was Suat Serdar, whose vision carved out five key scoring opportunities that repeatedly tested the defensive resolve of the opposition. Despite an Intensity rating that reflected the high tempo of their pressing, the finishing touch remained elusive, leaving the home faithful sensing a night of missed opportunities as chances went begging across a dominant opening forty-five minutes.

Audero Stands Tall Against the Tide

The second half transformed into a showcase of goalkeeping excellence. Emil Audero produced a performance for the ages, registering 9 saves to keep Cremonese in the contest. While the visitors edged possession with 54%, it was largely sterile, as the defensive Balance of the match was heavily skewed toward the Verona attack. A barrage of 20 shots turned the penalty area into a shooting gallery, yet Audero’s reflexes proved impenetrable. Even with Unai Núñez providing a rock-solid foundation at the back for Verona, winning his duels and recycling possession effectively, the lack of a clinical "Sniper" edge meant the siege resulted in frustration rather than goals. The visitors’ ability to weather this storm showcased a gritty resilience that has characterized their strong start to the season.

Table Implications and Missed Chances

As the final whistle echoed, the frustration for the home side was palpable. A 1.46 xG total without a goal tells a story of wastefulness that leaves Verona lingering in 17th position. For the hosts, this was a match they clearly should have won, yet they remain winless in their last three outings. Conversely, Cremonese will view this as a massive point earned on the road, maintaining their unbeaten streak and consolidating their surprise 3rd-place standing. The Upset Factor remained low only because of the individual heroics in goal, as the visitors offered very little going forward with only two shots on target. For Verona, the search for a clinical edge continues, while the Grigiorossi head home knowing they possess one of the league's most defiant last lines of defense.

Key Questions

What made Emil Audero the Man of the Match?

Audero recorded 9 saves, many from close range, single-handedly securing a clean sheet against a 20-shot barrage from Verona.

What does this mean for Verona's season?

Verona remains in a relegation battle, sitting 17th with just two points after failing to convert dominance into a victory.

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.

Match Statistics

Possession
46%
54%
Hellas Verona 46%
Cremonese 54%
Shots
20
6
Hellas Verona 20
Cremonese 6
Shots on Target
9
2
Hellas Verona 9
Cremonese 2
Expected Goals (xG)
1.46
0.24
Hellas Verona 1.46
Cremonese 0.24
Passes
412
492
Hellas Verona 412
Cremonese 492
Pass Accuracy
81%
82%
Hellas Verona 81%
Cremonese 82%
Corners
10
1
Hellas Verona 10
Cremonese 1
Fouls
18
3
Hellas Verona 18
Cremonese 3
Yellow Cards
2
1
Hellas Verona 2
Cremonese 1
Red Cards
0
0
Hellas Verona 0
Cremonese 0

Match Events

29' 🔄 R. Gagliardini J. Akpa Akpro
43' 🟨 Suat Serdar
45'+2 🟨 Giovane
HT
F. Bonazzoli J. Vardy 🔄 58'
J. Vandeputte J. Sarmiento 🔄 58'
W. Bondo A. Grassi 🔄 58'
A. Sanabria F. Vazquez 🔄 66'
70' 🔄 M. Frese A. Bella-Kotchap
80' 🔄 A. Bernede C. Niasse
80' 🔄 Verona Al Musrati
80' 🔄 G. Orban A. Sarr
A. Zerbin R. Floriani 🔄 86'
FT

Player Cards

Our take on every player in this match

Verona

Goalkeepers
L. Montipo
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
U. Nunez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
V. Nelsson
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Frese
ARCHITECT
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
33%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
R. Gagliardini
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
29
Entry
R. Belghali
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Serdar
ARCHITECT
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
0
Assists
31%
Pass Acc
A. Bernede
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
D. Bradaric
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Giovane
SNAKEBITTEN
SNAKEBITTEN
4
On Target
4
On Target
0
Goals
1.2
xG Wasted
G. Orban
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
BENCH
S. Perilli
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
G. Toniolo
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
D. Oyegoke
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Slotsager
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Ebosse
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Bella-Kotchap
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Santiago
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Akpa Akpro
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
50
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Kastanos
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Niasse
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Al Musrati
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Sarr
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Ajayi
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Vermesan
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry

Cremonese

Goalkeepers
E. Audero
OCTOPUS
OCTOPUS
9
Saves
9
Saves
0
Conceded
100%
Save %
Defenders
F. Terracciano
MAGNET
MAGNET
85
Activity
85
Activity
78
Passes
7
Duels
F. Baschirotto
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Bianchetti
PROVOCATEUR
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
A. Zerbin
NPC
NPC
86
Minutes
86
Minutes
24%
Pass Acc
6.7
Rating
M. Collocolo
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
W. Bondo
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
58
Entry
J. Vandeputte
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
58
Total Mins
58
Entry
G. Pezzella
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
F. Bonazzoli
PROVOCATEUR
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
A. Sanabria
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
66
Entry
BENCH
M. Silvestri
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
L. Nava
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
R. Floriani
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Folino
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Ceccherini
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Faye
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Sarmiento
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Grassi
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Lordkipanidze
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Vardy
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Johnsen
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Moumbagna
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Vazquez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
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
15/09/2025
Serie A Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi
30/04/2023
Serie A Stadio Giovanni Zini
09/01/2023
Serie A Stadio Marc'Antonio Bentegodi
30/07/2022
Friendlies Clubs Campo Sportivo Castelnuovo del Garda
18/08/2019
Coppa Italia Stadio Marc'Antonio Bentegodi
29/03/2019
Serie B Stadio Giovanni Zini
Hellas Verona Win
Cremonese Win
Draw

League Standings

Pos Team P Pts GF GA GD Form
1 Napoli 3 9 6 1 +5 WFiorentina 1 - 3 Napoli (13-09-2025)WNapoli 1 - 0 Cagliari (30-08-2025)WSassuolo 0 - 2 Napoli (23-08-2025)
2 Juventus 3 9 7 3 +4 WJuventus 4 - 3 Inter (13-09-2025)WGenoa 0 - 1 Juventus (31-08-2025)WJuventus 2 - 0 Parma (24-08-2025)
3 Cremonese 3 7 5 3 +2 DVerona 0 - 0 Cremonese (15-09-2025)WCremonese 3 - 2 Sassuolo (29-08-2025)WAC Milan 1 - 2 Cremonese (23-08-2025)
4 Udinese 3 7 4 2 +2 WPisa 0 - 1 Udinese (14-09-2025)WInter 1 - 2 Udinese (31-08-2025)DUdinese 1 - 1 Verona (25-08-2025)
5 AC Milan 3 6 4 2 +2 WAC Milan 1 - 0 Bologna (14-09-2025)WLecce 0 - 2 AC Milan (29-08-2025)LAC Milan 1 - 2 Cremonese (23-08-2025)
6 AS Roma 3 6 2 1 +1 LAS Roma 0 - 1 Torino (14-09-2025)WPisa 0 - 1 AS Roma (30-08-2025)WAS Roma 1 - 0 Bologna (23-08-2025)
7 Atalanta 3 5 6 3 +3 WAtalanta 4 - 1 Lecce (14-09-2025)DParma 1 - 1 Atalanta (30-08-2025)DAtalanta 1 - 1 Pisa (24-08-2025)
8 Cagliari 3 4 3 2 +1 WCagliari 2 - 0 Parma (13-09-2025)LNapoli 1 - 0 Cagliari (30-08-2025)DCagliari 1 - 1 Fiorentina (24-08-2025)
9 Como 3 4 3 2 +1 DComo 1 - 1 Genoa (15-09-2025)LBologna 1 - 0 Como (30-08-2025)WComo 2 - 0 Lazio (24-08-2025)
10 Torino 3 4 1 5 -4 WAS Roma 0 - 1 Torino (14-09-2025)DTorino 0 - 0 Fiorentina (31-08-2025)LInter 5 - 0 Torino (25-08-2025)
11 Inter 3 3 9 6 +3 LJuventus 4 - 3 Inter (13-09-2025)LInter 1 - 2 Udinese (31-08-2025)WInter 5 - 0 Torino (25-08-2025)
12 Lazio 3 3 4 3 +1 LSassuolo 1 - 0 Lazio (14-09-2025)WLazio 4 - 0 Verona (31-08-2025)LComo 2 - 0 Lazio (24-08-2025)
13 Bologna 3 3 1 2 -1 LAC Milan 1 - 0 Bologna (14-09-2025)WBologna 1 - 0 Como (30-08-2025)LAS Roma 1 - 0 Bologna (23-08-2025)
14 Sassuolo 3 3 3 5 -2 WSassuolo 1 - 0 Lazio (14-09-2025)LCremonese 3 - 2 Sassuolo (29-08-2025)LSassuolo 0 - 2 Napoli (23-08-2025)
15 Genoa 3 2 1 2 -1 DComo 1 - 1 Genoa (15-09-2025)LGenoa 0 - 1 Juventus (31-08-2025)DGenoa 0 - 0 Lecce (23-08-2025)
16 Fiorentina 3 2 2 4 -2 LFiorentina 1 - 3 Napoli (13-09-2025)DTorino 0 - 0 Fiorentina (31-08-2025)DCagliari 1 - 1 Fiorentina (24-08-2025)
17 Verona 3 2 1 5 -4 DVerona 0 - 0 Cremonese (15-09-2025)LLazio 4 - 0 Verona (31-08-2025)DUdinese 1 - 1 Verona (25-08-2025)
18 Pisa 3 1 1 3 -2 LPisa 0 - 1 Udinese (14-09-2025)LPisa 0 - 1 AS Roma (30-08-2025)DAtalanta 1 - 1 Pisa (24-08-2025)
19 Parma 3 1 1 5 -4 LCagliari 2 - 0 Parma (13-09-2025)DParma 1 - 1 Atalanta (30-08-2025)LJuventus 2 - 0 Parma (24-08-2025)
20 Lecce 3 1 1 6 -5 LAtalanta 4 - 1 Lecce (14-09-2025)LLecce 0 - 2 AC Milan (29-08-2025)DGenoa 0 - 0 Lecce (23-08-2025)