The Serie A Round 7 fixture kicks off on 20/10/2025 at 18:45 GMT+0 at Stadio Giovanni Zini (Cremona; capacity 20,641). The referee appointed is Michael Fabbri (Italy). It’s a pivotal early-season football clash: Udinese arrive one point behind the newly promoted Grigiorossi and can leapfrog them with a win.
Cremonese return home after a heavy defeat at Inter, yet they remain unbeaten at the Zini this season. Udinese have stumbled recently but carry Cup momentum and will chase their first Serie A win in Cremona since the mid-90s. Expect intensity, territory swings, and in-game management to be decisive in a matchup where three points would reshape both teams’ narratives.
BETTING TIPS AND MATCH INSIGHTS
Both teams are still searching for stability, which raises variance in this spot. In the context of Cremonese vs Udinese prediction today, home resilience meets an away side that has conceded frequently but retains transition threat. Historical head-to-head at the Zini leans Cremonese, yet recent Udinese Cup form hints at punch. Game state (first goal) is likely to dictate shot volume and corners: an early Cremo lead invites Udinese pressure; an early Udinese strike could open the pitch. Expect a narrow margin, with draw probabilities meaningful.
Cremonese Results
Cremonese’s unbeaten home run offsets a reality check away to Inter. Davide Nicola’s side defends low and looks to spring attacks through experienced forwards. Shot volume has been an issue, but home game states have been kinder.
| Date | Competition | Matchup | Result | W/L |
| 04.10.2025 | Serie A | Inter vs Cremonese | 4-1 | L |
| 27.09.2025 | Serie A | Como vs Cremonese | 1-1 | D |
| 21.09.2025 | Serie A | Cremonese vs Parma | 0-0 | D |
| 15.09.2025 | Serie A | Verona vs Cremonese | 0-0 | D |
| 29.08.2025 | Serie A | Cremonese vs Sassuolo | 3-2 | W |
Home fixtures have yielded 4 points from 2 matches and no goals conceded against Parma, plus a 3-2 win over Sassuolo. The single loss came at San Siro, where they still scored. Defensive structure holds at the Zini; away openness has hurt them. Shot creation remains modest, so efficiency matters. Expect emphasis on set pieces and experienced forwards to tilt close phases.
Udinese Results
Udinese’s league form is mixed, but their Coppa Italia win injects belief. Defensive leaks against top opposition have inflated against numbers, yet they retain set-piece threat and direct outlets. The next step is converting pressure into wins.
| Date | Competition | Matchup | Result | W/L |
| 05.10.2025 | Serie A | Udinese vs Cagliari | 1-1 | D |
| 28.09.2025 | Serie A | Sassuolo vs Udinese | 3-1 | L |
| 23.09.2025 | Coppa Italia | Udinese vs Palermo | 2-1 | W |
| 20.09.2025 | Serie A | Udinese vs AC Milan | 0-3 | L |
| 14.09.2025 | Serie A | Pisa vs Udinese | 0-1 | W |
Results show inconsistency: strong Cup response, but league fixtures include heavy defeats to Milan and Sassuolo. They’ve scored in three of the last four across competitions, with late-game resilience vs Cagliari. Defensive availability issues (CB) have forced adjustments. Away effectiveness hinges on transition precision and ball progression from midfield.
Head-to-Head Cremonese vs Udinese (recent meetings)
History at the Zini typically favours Cremonese, and Udinese haven’t won here in Serie A in decades. Still, the most recent top-flight meetings include stalemates and a clear Udinese win at home. Treat the sample with context different managers, evolving squads.
| Date | Competition | Matchup | Result |
| 23.04.2023 | Serie A | Udinese vs Cremonese | 3-0 |
| 29.12.2022 | Club Friendly | Cremonese vs Udinese | 1-3 |
| 30.10.2022 | Serie A | Cremonese vs Udinese | 0-0 |
| 04.02.1996 | Serie A | Cremonese vs Udinese | 2-2 |
| 17.09.1995 | Serie A | Udinese vs Cremonese | 3-2 |
Home draws feature prominently, and when Udinese have won, it’s tended to be in Udine. The Zini factor remains a real narrative thread heading into this one.
Probable line-ups projected XIs
Below are projected starting XIs based on the latest team news and reported training status. Final confirmation comes near kick-off.
Cremonese (3-5-2): Audero (GK), Ceccherini (DF), Baschirotto (DF), Bianchetti (DF), Zerbin (MF), Grassi (MF), Bondo (MF), Vandeputte (MF), Pezzella (MF), Bonazzoli (FW), Sanabria (FW)

Udinese (3-5-2): Sava (GK), Goglichidze (DF), Kabasele (DF), Solet (DF), Zanoli (DF), Piotrowski (MF), Karlström (MF), Atta (MF), Kamara (MF), Zaniolo (FW), Davis (FW)

Unavailable / Doubtful Players
The following table reflects current absences and notable statuses. Monitor match-day updates for late changes.
| Team | Player | Position | Status / Note |
| Cremonese | Michele Collocolo | MF | Out (thigh injury) |
| Cremonese | Filippo Terracciano | DF/MF | Out (muscle injury) |
| Udinese | Thomas Kristensen | DF | Out (hamstring) |
Key Factors to Watch Before Kick-off
Momentum, availability, and first-goal dynamics will shape the probabilities in a fixture with tight margins. Both managers value structure; thus, transitions and set pieces could be the swing factors. Expect a narrow xG gap and elevated draw equity:
- Cremonese unbeaten at home this season; Zini has buffered performance dips;
- Udinese’s defence recently allowed 3+ vs elite sides; centre-back depth is stretched;
- Nicola’s options up front (Bonazzoli, Sanabria; possible Vardy minutes) add late-game leverage;
- Udinese carry set-piece threat; Kabasele’s aerial presence matters in boxes;
- Goalkeeper notes: Audero back; Udinese deciding between Sava and Okoye impacts distribution style;
- Shot creation: Cremonese’s volume is low; efficiency and set plays must compensate;
- Historical Zini trend leans towards draws or narrow home edges in Serie A meetings;
- Schedule context: both sides had the break to reset; fitness and cohesion should improve.
Free Tips on Cremonese vs Udinese
Below are five deeper, match-specific betting ideas derived from form, match-ups, and selection context. They complement (not repeat) the factors above and translate football details into market actions:
- Draw as cover position: With high draw equity at the Zini and both sides’ inconsistency, a small primary stake on the draw aligns with game-state dynamics (cagey starts, set-piece trading, late risk-management).
- Cremonese Draw No Bet: Home resilience plus Udinese’s defensive absences tilt safety toward the hosts without exposure to a stalemate. Suits cautious bankrolls seeking asymmetry.
- Both Teams to Score Yes (price-sensitive): Udinese’s recent concessions and Cremo’s improved home finishing increase BTTS likelihood; verify final XIs (Udinese CB pairing / Cremo forwards).
- Udinese Over 4.5 Shots on Target (if Davis & Zaniolo start): Direct outlets plus second-phase efforts can elevate SOT totals even without dominance; live add-ons if Cremo score first.
- Total Corners Over (live-friendly): If the first goal arrives early, expect width usage to jump; corners tend to climb when the trailing side chases via flank entries.
- Cards Over (ref watch): Fabbri’s management style can support card counts in tightly contested mid-table duels; derby-adjacent intensity and tactical fouls in transition add fuel.
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Match Prediction 2025 Cremonese vs Udinese
Market perception is split, which is reflected in the Cremonese vs Udinese odds showing near-parity lines and sizable draw pricing. On the pitch, Cremonese leverage home control, disciplined spacing, and set-piece value; Udinese counter with better raw athleticism up front and set-piece punch of their own. The first goal will heavily skew the event profile: if Cremonese score first, Udinese’s directness should amplify shots and corners; if Udinese strike early, Nicola’s bench (fresh legs in attack) can restore parity. Defensive personnel for Udinese (Kristensen out, Kabasele deputising) keeps their ceiling intact but lowers their floor under pressure. Given Cremo’s home trend and Udinese’s leakage against stronger sides, the most probable outcome clusters around a low-to-mid total with both teams on the board and points shared. Lean: draw with BTTS.
Our Prediction: Cremonese 1-1 Udinese
| Prediction Type | Prediction | Odds |
| Both Teams to Score | Yes | 1.93 |
| Double Chance | Cremonese Win or Draw | 1.51 |
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