Verona vs Cremonese Prediction for 16 September 2025 - Football

Posted Monday, September 15, 2025 by scores24

📢 What storylines emerge from the clash between Verona and Cremonese in the third round of Serie A at the Marcantonio Bentegodi? The hosts have stumbled out of the gates, failing to inspire confidence, while the newly-promoted side is turning heads: maximum points from two matches and a standout victory over Sassuolo have reshaped perceptions of the "Tigers." Should Cremonese secure another win, their name will be discussed in a new light across the football community, making this upcoming match one to watch closely.

Head-to-Head

📊 The recent head-to-head history between Verona and Cremonese is quite balanced. Out of 16 encounters, the "Mastiffs" have claimed 6 victories, while the "Tigers" have won 4, with the remaining 6 matches ending in a draw. Their last clash was over two years ago, in April 2023, and concluded in a 1-1 draw. In that game, Verona trailed for most of the match but managed to equalize late on, capitalizing on their numerical advantage after an opponent's sending-off.

Hellas Verona Team Overview

🟡 Verona have had a lackluster start to the season. Three matches, three different outcomes, but a common theme persists: issues with the quality of play. In the Coppa Italia, they barely scraped past a Serie C side, needing a penalty shootout to advance. The league campaign hasn't been impressive either; in the opening round against Udinese, they managed a draw (1-1), but the "Mastiffs" were playing catch-up and fell short in terms of performance. Late August saw a significant setback with a heavy 4-0 defeat to Lazio, despite the Roman club being under a transfer ban and facing their own challenges. All of this raises doubts about Verona's readiness to compete effectively this season.

Cremonese Team Overview

🔴 Cremonese are defying all skeptical predictions with their impressive start. After earning promotion to Serie A through the playoffs last season, the team have hit the ground running in the current campaign. While they stumbled in the Coppa Italia against Palermo and were knocked out, their league form tells a different story—two games, two wins, and a full haul of points. The second match against Sassuolo was particularly impressive: although the 3-2 scoreline suggests a tight contest, Cremonese dominated play, created numerous chances, and left their opponents with virtually no hope of even securing a draw, despite the scoreboard showing 2-2 at one point.

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Hellas Verona

📣 Head coach Paolo Zanetti acknowledged after the crushing defeat that his team took the field with the wrong mindset. "We completely misjudged our approach to the match. Lazio are a strong team, but we went in with a degree of overconfidence, which is something we cannot afford... The only thing I cannot forgive is the attitude towards the game. To salvage matches like this, it's crucial never to lose the right mindset."

🚫 Verona face a number of absences ahead of their upcoming clash. Daniel Mosquera is sidelined until early October and won't be able to support the team in their next fixtures. Fallou Cham and Nicolas Valentini remain doubtful due to physical discomfort and a muscle injury, respectively. Additionally, Tomas Suslov suffered a severe cruciate ligament injury and is out until the end of February 2026.

Cremonese

📣 Davide Nicola, the Cremonese manager, lauded his players for their commitment and the right mindset that secured their victory: "I asked the team to be competitive; we created many chances, and I believe the win is fair and well-deserved. We're not yet in peak physical condition, but I saw the right attitude, and this success makes us happy." He highlighted the team's resilience during a challenging moment: "When the opponent equalized, we didn't give up; we continued to believe until the very end that we could win."

🚫 Cremonese are also facing a tricky personnel situation, albeit on a smaller scale. Dennis Tørset Johnsen and Federico Bonazzoli have sustained muscle injuries and are expected back only by the end of September. These absences limit the club's attacking options, leaving the team without two players capable of boosting their forward line.

⚽️ Goal Prediction

Verona continue to struggle defensively. They've conceded in eight consecutive Serie A matches, a trend that stretches back to the end of last season. The new campaign hasn't seen any improvement: against Lazio, the Mastiffs let in four goals, faltering in the first half. Against this backdrop, Cremonese, who have started the season strongly and shown confidence in attack, are well-positioned to exploit their opponent's vulnerabilities. Our betting pick is Cremonese to score.

🚩 Corner Prediction

Cremonese have been consistently earning corners recently, winning more than three in 6 of their last 7 matches. Although much of this streak occurred during their Serie B games, the trend indicates that the Tigers know how to apply pressure and convert attacks into set-pieces, suggesting they can maintain this at the top level. In their previous game against Sassuolo, they approached the corner flag 5 times, so we are betting on Cremonese over 3.5 corners.

Editorial Prediction

Verona technically enter the match as slight favorites, but we have a different perspective entirely. The home ground advantage and crowd support are certainly beneficial, yet the team's results and quality of play raise too many questions. A 0-4 defeat to Lazio has clearly impacted the players' morale, making it unlikely they'll bounce back immediately. Cremonese, on the other hand, have made a solid impression: two matches, six points, five goals scored, and a notable victory over AC Milan at San Siro. Against this backdrop, Verona seem like an ideal opponent for Cremonese to extend their successful run. Therefore, a reasonable bet would be that Cremonese will not lose. We wouldn't be surprised if the visitors actually win, perhaps with a scoreline of 2-1.