Clash of the Underdogs: A Battle for Survival
Upcoming Serie A Showdown: Cremonese Hosts Pisa
On Sunday, May 10th, the Stadio Giovanni Zini will be the battleground for a Serie A clash between Cremonese and Pisa. This match, part of Week 36 of the Italian top flight, is scheduled for a 2:00 PM kickoff, with live coverage available on DAZN.
Cremonese's Current Form and League Standing
Cremonese finds itself in a precarious 18th position in the league standings, having accumulated 28 points. Their recent form has been less than ideal, as evidenced by their 1-2 defeat to Lazio in their last Serie A outing. Under the guidance of coach Davide Nicola, the team will be eager to turn their fortunes around on home turf.
Pisa's Struggles and Recent Performance
Pisa occupies the 20th and last spot in the Serie A table with just 18 points. Their recent performance mirrors Cremonese's struggles, with Oscar Hiljemark's squad also suffering a 1-2 loss, this time against Lecce. Historical data shows Pisa secured a 1-0 victory in their last encounter with Cremonese.
Projected Lineups for Both Sides
Cremonese's probable starting XI includes Emil Audero in goal, a defensive line of Filippo Terracciano, Matteo Bianchetti, Sebastiano Luperto, and Giuseppe Pezzella. The midfield is expected to feature Romano Mussolini, Alberto Grassi, and Youssef Maleh, while Alessio Zerbin, Tonny Sanabria, and Federico Bonazzoli lead the attack. For Pisa, Adrian Semper is likely to start between the posts, supported by defenders Simone Canestrelli, Antonio Caracciolo, Rosen Bozhinov, and Mehdi Léris. The midfield comprises Ebenezer Akinsanmiro, Isak Vural, Michel Aebischer, and Samuele Angori, with Filip Stojilkovic and Stefano Moreo upfront.
Player Absence Report: Injuries Affecting Both Squads
Cremonese will be without Faris Moumbagna due to an adductor injury. Pisa faces a double blow with Mattéo Tramoni sidelined by muscular problems and Daniel Denoon recovering from an ankle injury.
Last Starting XIs: A Glimpse into Recent Tactical Choices
In their last match against Lazio, Cremonese's starting lineup featured Emil Audero, Filippo Terracciano, Sebastiano Luperto, Fede Baschirotto, Giuseppe Pezzella, Romano Mussolini, Youssef Maleh, Alberto Grassi, Alessio Zerbin, Federico Bonazzoli, and Tonny Sanabria. Pisa's last outing against Lecce saw Adrian Semper, Simone Canestrelli, Antonio Caracciolo, Rosen Bozhinov, Ebenezer Akinsanmiro, Michel Aebischer, Isak Vural, Samuele Angori, Mehdi Léris, Stefano Moreo, and Filip Stojilkovic taking the field.
Managerial Record: Davide Nicola's History Against Pisa
Cremonese's coach, Davide Nicola, has a singular encounter with Pisa in his managerial career, which resulted in a defeat for his side.
Team Statistics: Pisa's Away Form and Overall Performance
Pisa's away record has been particularly concerning, having conceded goals in five consecutive matches and currently enduring a 19-match winless streak on the road, including five consecutive away losses. Overall, Pisa has only one draw in their last 14 matches and just one win in their last 24, alongside a six-match winless run and six consecutive defeats. They have also conceded in 11 consecutive matches. Cremonese's home form is not much better, with only one win in their last 16 home games, a ten-match winless streak at home, and only one win in their last 21 matches overall, coupled with a five-match winless run and two consecutive defeats.
Historical Head-to-Head: A Close Rivalry
The rivalry between Cremonese and Pisa spans 37 previous matches. Pisa holds a slight advantage with 14 victories compared to Cremonese's 13. When playing at the Stadio Giovanni Zini, Cremonese has the upper hand, securing nine wins in 17 home encounters against Pisa's three. In Italian League fixtures specifically, Pisa leads with three wins to Cremonese's two over five matche
