Preview: Cremonese vs Fiorentina Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Serie A 2025-26

Only a single point separates the two sides on the points table.

Matchday 29 of the Serie A 2025-26 will bring us the action from Stadio Giovanni Zini, where US Cremonese will host ACF Fiorentina in a high-stakes encounter. The home side is currently placed 18th on the league table with 24 points to their name from the opening 28 matches. Cremonese are coming into this game after losing three consecutive games against Leece, Milan, and Roma. As the relegation battle is heating up, La Cremo will be desperate to get back to winning ways.

Fiorentina, on the other hand, are currently placed 17th on the points table. With five wins, 10 draws, and 13 losses, they have accumulated 25 points from their opening 28 matches. The Violets are just one point above the relegation zone and are in desperate need of putting more points on the table. They recently registered a 2-1 win against Raków Częstochowa in the UEFA Conference League and will be motivated to get a positive result against Cremonese.  

Kick-off:

• Location: Cremona, Italy
• Stadium: Stadio Giovanni Zini
• Date & Kick-off Time: Mar 17 – 01:15 am IST; Mar 16 – 07:45 pm GMT/12:45 pm PT/03:45 pm ET
• Referee: Marco Di Bello
• VAR: In use

Form:

Cremonese (in all competitions): L-L-L-D-L

Fiorentina (in all competitions): W-D-L-L-W

Players to watch out for:

Emil Audero (Cremonese)

The Indonesian goalkeeper has emerged as a key player for Cremonese this season. He averages five saves per game and consistently denies scoring opportunities. Fiorentina possess a potent attack, and Audero must perform at his peak against them.

Rolando Mandragora (Fiorentina)

The Italian attacker is Fiorentina’s second-highest goalscorer in Serie A this season. He has registered six goals so far. He is very versatile and can play multiple midfield positions. He is excellent in set-piece situations and can also score direct free-kick goals. Mandragora massively contributes to retaining possession and will play an integral role against Cremonese.

Match Facts:

• The last game between these two teams ended in a 1-0 win for Fiorentina.
• Cremonese lost 2-1 against Lecce in their last game.
• Fiorentina won 2-1 against Raków Częstochowa in their last game.

Cremonese vs Fiorentina: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Fiorentina to win – 1.97 by Stake
• Tip 2: Both teams to score – Yes – 1.71 by Dafabet
• Tip 3: Expected Goals – Over 2.5 – 1.62 by 1XBET

Injury and Team news:

Federico Baschirotto and Faris Moumbagna will be unavailable for the home side due to their respective injuries.

Fiorentina, on the other hand, are going through an injury crisis right now. They will be without the likes of Tariq Lamptey, Manor Solomon, Luca Lezzerini, and Moise Kean.

Head-to-Head:

Total matches: 6

Cremonese won: 0

Fiorentina won: 5

Draws: 1

Predicted Lineups:

Cremonese (3-5-2)

Audero (GK); Folino, Bianchetti, Luperto; Barbieri, Thorsby, Maleh, Vandeputte, Grassi; Bonazzoli; Vardy

Fiorentina (4-3-3)

de Gea(GK); Gosens, Ranieri, Pongračić, Dodô; Ndour, Fagioli, Mandragora; Guomundsson, Harrison, Piccoli

Match Prediction:

The encounter is expected to be thrilling and close. However, considering their squad depth and individual quality, Fiorentina are expected to take all three points from their clash against Cremonese.

Prediction: Cremonese 1-2 Fiorentina

Telecast details:

India: DAZN

Italy: Sky Sports, DAZN

UK: DAZN

USA: Paramount+, DAZN

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