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Cremonese vs Virtus Entella

Full Time

Serie B · Season 2020

Stadio Giovanni Zini, Cremona5 December 2020 at 13:00
Referee: A. Santoro

Match Events

Cremonese
Virtus Entella
Kick Off
L. Strizzolo
15′
L. Strizzolo
31′
Half Time
46′
I. De SantisG. Cleur
46′
A. SchenettiL. Morosini
60′
A. SettembriniD. Mazzocco
60′
L. Valzania

Own Goal

M. PinatoŽ. Celar
66′
L. StrizzoloD. Ciofani
66′
C. BuonaiutoG. Gaetano
69′
F. DeliA. Fiordaliso
69′
Samuel GustafsonM. Castagnetti
72′
75′
M. BrunoriT. Petrović
76′
M. ToscanoM. Pavić
86′Marco Crimi
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal4
5Shots off Goal8
13Total Shots14
3Blocked Shots2
9Shots insidebox8
4Shots outsidebox6
17Fouls13
4Corner Kicks3
3Offsides5
40%Ball Possession60%
0Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves3
267Total passes387
123Passes accurate221
46%Passes %57%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Cremonese is 6.79, compared to — for Virtus Entella. 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 (6.79), while Virtus Entella's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Cremonese deploy 4 defenders rated 6.79 on average, against Virtus Entella'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 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Virtus Entella'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 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Virtus Entella 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 82% for Cremonese and —% for Virtus Entella. 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 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Virtus Entella. 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 32.0 (youngest: M. Bianchetti (32), oldest: M. Bianchetti (32)), while Virtus Entella 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 24 league appearances each, versus 0 for Virtus Entella. 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.

Cremonese4-3-34-3-1-2Virtus Entella
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Alfonso20Terrano.15Bianche.4Fornasi.3Valeri10Buonaiu.6Gustafs.8Deli95Pinato14Valzania17Strizzo.24Borra13Poli4Santis21Coppola.23Paolucci99Schenet.8Crimi27Settemb.25Toscano7Luca19Brunori

Substitutes

Coach: P. Bisoli

Substitutes

Coach: V. Vivarini

CremonesePosition StrengthVirtus Entella
6.79
Avg Rating
6.79Defender (4 v 4)
0G 2A0G 0A
Cremonese4-3-3
1GoalkeeperE. Alfonso
20DefenderE. Terranova
15DefenderM. Bianchetti6.82A
4DefenderM. Fornasier
3DefenderE. Valeri
6MidfielderSamuel Gustafson
8MidfielderF. Deli
14MidfielderL. Valzania
10ForwardC. Buonaiuto
95ForwardM. Pinato
17ForwardL. Strizzolo
Virtus Entella4-3-1-2
24GoalkeeperD. Borra
13DefenderF. Poli
4DefenderI. De Santis
21DefenderM. Coppolaro
8DefenderM. Crimi
23MidfielderA. Paolucci
99MidfielderA. Schenetti
27MidfielderA. Settembrini
25MidfielderM. Toscano
7ForwardG. De Luca
19ForwardM. Brunori

Match Summary

Cremonese defeated Virtus Entella 2:1. The match was played in Serie B 2020. Goals were scored by L. Strizzolo 15′, L. Strizzolo 31′, L. Valzania 60′ (o.g.). 1 yellow cards were shown. Cremonese had 40% possession while Virtus Entella held 60%. Cremonese had 13 shots (5 on target) compared to 14 (4 on target) for Virtus Entella. Cremonese made 5 substitutions, Virtus Entella made 5.

Rivalry since 2017

Cremonese vs Virtus Entella Head to Head Results

6 stretnutí
Cremonese
2
wins
Drawn
2
Virtus Entella
2
wins
Total goals
9 · 1.5/match
Both scored
2/6 · 33%
Over 2.5
0/6 · 0%

Recent Form

Cremonese

LLDLLW

Virtus Entella

LWDDLW

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

Even record

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

Cremonese2wins
2draws6 meetings
Virtus Entella2wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

1.8

Average goals per game

17%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (33%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (46%) — the odds may underestimate Virtus Entella.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.8%

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 47.8%Draw 33.0%Away 24.8%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.003.003.80
Max2.153.084.28
Over 2.5: 44.4%Under 2.5: 62.1%
Market favourite:Cremonese · Slight favourite

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 market45.7%31.6%22.7%
Public market46.2%30.8%23.1%

Cremonese vs Virtus Entella — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Cremonese
Result vs. Market: Cremonese (48%)

Result matched 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:20Virtus Entella
13Shots14
5Shots on target4

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
16/03/21Virtus Entella0–2Cremonese3.94/3.17/2.08
05/12/20Cremonese2–1Virtus Entella2.09/3.03/4.03
25/01/20Virtus Entella1–1Cremonese2.30/3.05/3.43
31/08/19Cremonese0–1Virtus Entella1.75/3.34/5.34
24/10/17Virtus Entella1–1Cremonese2.32/3.13/3.29
25/03/18Cremonese0–1Virtus Entella1.83/3.29/4.65

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: Virtus Entella

W 75D 94L 112
Over 2.540
Goals scored293

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026