Cremonese vs Juventus | Preview & Expected Lineup

After finally ending their long winless run, Cremonese are eager to continue their strong start to the Serie A season. Their impressive 2-0 victory away at Genoa on Wednesday marked their first win since August.

Despite limited experience at this level, Davide Nicola’s side have impressed many observers, losing only once in nine league games so far. Currently sitting just one point behind the top six, Cremonese are proving that their return to Italy’s top flight is no fluke.

Their home form has also been a foundation of success, as they remain unbeaten in 11 Serie A games at Stadio Giovanni Zini since February. During that stretch, they’ve recorded four wins and seven draws, although defensive consistency remains a work in progress with only four clean sheets.

Cremonese vs Juventus – Head to head 📸

The Grigiorossi have also developed a reputation for starting games strongly. They are one of only two Serie A teams yet to concede a goal before half-time at home this season.

Forward Federico Bonazzoli has been key to that fast start, scoring twice against Genoa — one in each half. Interestingly, five of his last six goals have come after the break, underlining his ability to deliver when it matters most.

Juventus seek stability under Spalleti’s leadership

Juventus also returned to winning ways midweek, defeating Udinese 3-1 under interim coach Massimo Brambilla. That result ended an eight-match winless streak that included three straight defeats.

Now, with Luciano Spalletti officially appointed as head coach following Igor Tudor’s dismissal, the focus shifts to reviving their campaign. Spalletti’s target is clear: secure a top-four finish.

Last time against Cremonese, ended 2-0 with Fagioli and Bremer goal 📸

Juventus are just three points away from those places but must address their poor away record. The Bianconeri have lost three consecutive matches on the road and claimed only one away victory in all competitions this season.

History, however, is on Juventus’ side. They won both meetings against Cremonese in the 2022/23 season without conceding and have not lost to them since 1923. Yet recent stats reveal a cautious pattern — only two goals have been scored after half-time in Juve’s away league games this term.

Striker Dušan Vlahović opened the scoring early against Udinese, but most of his recent goals have arrived late, showing Juventus still have room to grow in finishing games strongly.

Expected Starting XI by Luciano Spalletti for Cremonese vs Juventus according to Sky Sport :

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