Cremonese vs AS Roma Prediction & Betting Tips (23 November)

Rather to its advantage for its return to the elite, the Cremonese is for the moment keeping a good distance from the battle for maintenance. Indeed, the promoted team is currently 11th in Serie A and is 7 points ahead of the red zone. Davide Nicola's men have nevertheless been progressing slowly for several weeks. Indeed, they have only won one of their last 9 championship matches, for 5 draws and 3 defeats. After winning at a relegation place, Genoa 0-2, Cremonese lost against Juventus 1-2 and Pisa just before the international break 1-0. Roma made a good impression under the orders of Gian Piero Gasperini this season and began to dream of fighting for the Scudetto.

The Louve club today occupies 2nd place in Serie A with the same number of points as the leader. The Giallorossi must do better against the big names, as evidenced by their setbacks suffered against Inter in mid-October 0-1 and AC Milan in early November 1-0. Between these defeats, they got the better of Sassuolo 0-1 and Parma 2-1. The 2-0 victory against Udinese on the last day allowed them to go through the international break with full confidence. In the Europa League, Roma has an improved record of 2 wins and 2 defeats. 

Looking at the tactical battle, Cremonese will likely rely on their compact defensive shape and attempt to frustrate Roma by limiting space in midfield. Nicola’s side has shown resilience at home, with a 30% win rate in their last ten matches at the Giovanni Zini, but they often concede late goals due to lapses in concentration. Roma, meanwhile, thrive on set pieces and wide play, often generating more than seven corners per game when away from home. Their ability to stretch defenses and capitalize on aerial duels could be decisive. Both teams have struggled to produce high-scoring games recently, with fewer than 40% of their fixtures going over 2.5 goals. This suggests a cagey affair where chances may be limited, and the outcome could hinge on small details such as defensive errors or moments of individual brilliance.

Taking all factors into account, this match has the potential to be tight and low-scoring. Cremonese’s inability to consistently find the net, combined with Roma’s disciplined defensive approach, points toward a cautious contest. While Roma’s superior quality and form make them favorites, Cremonese’s home resilience cannot be overlooked. Given the recent trends of both sides, particularly their struggles to produce games with more than two goals, the most realistic forecast leans toward a narrow outcome. Therefore, the predicted correct score for this Serie A clash is 0-1 in favor of AS Roma, reflecting their edge in quality while acknowledging Cremonese’s capacity to keep the game competitive.