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Cremonese vs Lecce

Full Time

Serie B · Season 2021

Stadio Giovanni Zini, Cremona22 August 2021 at 19:30
30
Away

Lecce

Referee: N. Baroni

Match Events

Cremonese
Lecce
Kick Off
Emanuele Valeri31′
Michele Castagnetti39′
Half Time
L. Valzania

assist: C. Buonaiuto

51′
56′
A. BlinL. Paganini
C. Buonaiuto
60′
E. Valeri

assist: J. Báez

65′
L. ZanimacchiaL. Strizzolo
66′
C. BuonaiutoL. Vido
74′
L. ValzaniaP. Bartolomei
75′
75′
Ž. MajerM. Listkowski
75′
Gabriel StrefezzaJ. Björkengren
Luca Ravanelli83′
D. CiofaniF. Deli
84′
E. ValeriA. Crescenzi
84′
84′
V. GendreyA. Calabresi
84′
M. OlivieriÞ. Helgason
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal6
6Shots off Goal4
14Total Shots14
4Blocked Shots4
6Shots insidebox9
8Shots outsidebox5
12Fouls13
3Corner Kicks4
1Offsides7
41%Ball Possession59%
3Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
6Goalkeeper Saves1
311Total passes439
217Passes accurate345
70%Passes %79%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Cremonese is 6.80, compared to 6.76 for Lecce. 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 L. Zanimacchia (6.80), while Lecce's best-rated player is A. Gallo (6.76).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Cremonese have contributed 1 goals and 0 assists this season, led by L. Zanimacchia (1G). Lecce's starters account for 0 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Cremonese deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Lecce's 4-man backline averaging 6.76. 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 5 midfielders averaging 6.80, versus Lecce's 3 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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Lecce 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 —% for Cremonese and 70% for Lecce. 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.

Discipline

Cremonese's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Lecce. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Cremonese's starting XI is 30.3 (youngest: L. Zanimacchia (27), oldest: M. Castagnetti (36)), while Lecce average 25.0 (youngest: A. Gallo (25), oldest: A. Gallo (25)). 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 34 for Lecce. 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.

Cremonese4-2-3-14-3-3Lecce
GKDEFMIDFWD
12Carnese.6Ravanel.3Valeri55Okoli19Castagn.14Valzania17Sernico.9Ciofani10Buonaiu.7Báez98Zanimac.21Gabriel13Tuia5Lucioni17Gendrey25Gallo37Majer29Blin27Strefez.42Hjulmand9Coda11Olivieri

Substitutes

Coach: F. Pecchia

Substitutes

Coach: M. Baroni

CremonesePosition StrengthLecce
6.80
Avg Rating
6.76
Defender (4 v 4)6.76
0G 0A0G 4A
6.80Midfielder (5 v 3)
1G 0A0G 0A
Cremonese4-2-3-1
12GoalkeeperM. Carnesecchi
3DefenderE. Valeri
55DefenderM. Okoli
19DefenderM. Castagnetti
17DefenderL. Sernicola
6MidfielderL. Ravanelli
14MidfielderL. Valzania
10MidfielderC. Buonaiuto
7MidfielderJ. Báez
98MidfielderL. Zanimacchia6.81G
9ForwardD. Ciofani
Lecce4-3-3
21GoalkeeperGabriel
13DefenderA. Tuia
17DefenderV. Gendrey
25DefenderA. Gallo6.84A
29DefenderA. Blin
5MidfielderF. Lucioni
37MidfielderŽ. Majer
42MidfielderM. Hjulmand
27ForwardGabriel Strefezza
9ForwardM. Coda
11ForwardM. Olivieri

Match Summary

Cremonese defeated Lecce 3:0. The match was played in Serie B 2021. Goals were scored by L. Valzania 51′, C. Buonaiuto 60′, E. Valeri 65′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Cremonese had 41% possession while Lecce held 59%. Cremonese had 14 shots (4 on target) compared to 14 (6 on target) for Lecce. Cremonese made 5 substitutions, Lecce made 5.

Rivalry since 2018

Cremonese vs Lecce Head to Head Results

9 stretnutí
Cremonese
2
wins
Drawn
2
Lecce
5
wins
Total goals
23 · 2.6/match
Both scored
5/9 · 56%
Over 2.5
4/9 · 44%

Recent Form

Cremonese

LLDLLW

Lecce

WDDLLL

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Lecce dominates

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Cremonese2wins
1draws8 meetings
Lecce5wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

2.8

Average goals per game

63%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (50%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (34%) — the odds may underestimate Cremonese.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.7%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 34.2%Draw 31.0%Away 40.4%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.883.202.40
Max3.003.272.63
Over 2.5: 50.0%Under 2.5: 54.1%
Market favourite: · Even contest

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market33.6%29.6%36.8%
Public market31.4%29.4%39.2%
Δ2.2%0.2%2.4%

Cremonese vs Lecce — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Cremonese
Result vs. Market: Lecce (40%)

Result differed from market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

CremoneseHalf-time:00Lecce
14Shots14
4Shots on target6

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
23/01/22Lecce2–1Cremonese2.00/3.26/3.79
22/08/21Cremonese3–0Lecce2.93/3.22/2.48
13/02/21Cremonese1–2Lecce2.57/3.18/2.90
21/10/20Lecce2–2Cremonese1.71/3.49/5.50
07/04/19Cremonese2–0Lecce2.96/2.92/2.67
25/11/18Lecce2–0Cremonese2.26/3.04/3.51
28/03/99Lecce2–1Cremonese
01/11/98Cremonese0–2Lecce

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Cremonese

W 109D 114L 125
Over 2.542
Goals scored408

Away Record: Lecce

W 147D 101L 66
Over 2.550
Goals scored478

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026