3 December 2019 at 14:00
Match Summary
Cremonese defeated Empoli 1:0. The match was played in Coppa Italia 2019. Goals were scored by Claiton 35′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Cremonese had 49% possession while Empoli held 51%. Cremonese had 9 shots (5 on target) compared to 7 (1 on target) for Empoli. Cremonese made 3 substitutions, Empoli made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Cremonese and Empoli — 1 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Castagnetti
Match Statistics
Cremonese had 49% possession against Empoli's 51%. Cremonese registered 9 shots (5 on target) while Empoli managed 7 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 6–3. Fouls committed: 14–13.
Lineups
Cremonese lined up in a 3-5-2 formation under M. Baroni, while Empoli deployed a 3-5-2 under R. Muzzi.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Cremonese is 7.90, compared to — for Empoli. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Cremonese's highest-rated starter is M. Bianchetti (7.90), while Empoli's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Cremonese deploy 4 defenders rated 7.90 on average, against Empoli's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Cremonese field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Empoli's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Cremonese start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Empoli averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 76% for Cremonese and —% for Empoli. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Age & Experience
The average age of Cremonese's starting XI is 34.0 (youngest: M. Bianchetti (32), oldest: M. Castagnetti (36)), while Empoli average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Cremonese's starters average 1 league appearances each, versus 0 for Empoli. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: M. Baroni
Substitutes
Coach: R. Muzzi
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Cremonese have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. Empoli show 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Cremonese vs Empoli Head to Head Results
Cremonese and Empoli have met 8 times — Cremonese won 1, Empoli won 3, with 4 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2017. Empoli leads the head-to-head with 3 victories from 8 meetings. A combined 19 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.38 per match (8 for the home side, 11 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 5 matches (63%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (25%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–3 in 2020.
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Recent Meetings (8)
API data: 25 Apr 2026