Cremonese vs Cagliari Preview: Mid-Table Serie A Clash
Cremona, January 8, 2026 – Cremonese host Cagliari in a crucial Serie A Round 19 matchup at Stadio Giovanni Zini, with both teams aiming to climb away from the relegation zone. Cremonese, sitting in 13th place with 21 points, seek to end a winless streak, while Cagliari, in 14th with 18 points, look to capitalize on their recent form.
Match Details
The game kicks off at 5:30 PM local time (17:30 UTC). Cremonese have won two of their eight home games this season, while Cagliari have secured two away victories in nine attempts. Head-to-head, Cagliari have dominated recent encounters, winning the last three meetings.
Head-to-Head Record
Cagliari hold a strong record against Cremonese in recent years, particularly in Coppa Italia matches. Their last Serie A clash dates back to 1996, but Cagliari won both Coppa Italia encounters in 2024 and 2020 by 1-0 scores.
| Competition | Matches Played | Cremonese Wins | Draws | Cagliari Wins |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Competitions | 9 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| Serie A | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Coppa Italia | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Team Forms
Cremonese have struggled recently, losing their last two matches, including a 1-0 defeat to Fiorentina. They average 1.0 goals per game overall but have scored just 0.9 in their last five. Cagliari, meanwhile, won against Torino in their last outing but lost to AC Milan previously. They average 1.1 goals per game, with 0.9 away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the match being played?
At Stadio Giovanni Zini in Cremona, Italy, with a capacity of 14,834.
What are the current league standings?
Cremonese are 13th with 21 points, while Cagliari are 14th with 18 points.
Who are the top scorers for each team?
For Cremonese, Jamie Vardy and Federico Bonazzoli lead with 3 goals each. For Cagliari, Semih Kılıçsoy and Sebastiano Esposito are key with 9 and 5 goals respectively.