US Cremonese Team News - Soccer

Alessio Zerbin - Dynamic showing in Genoa tilt Zerbin had one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (three accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Genoa.

Impact Zerbin got the nod for the third time in the past six rounds, playing over Tommaso Barbieri on the right wing, and set new season highs in crosses and key passes. His role has been inconsistent since he missed time due to injury in November. He has tallied 13 crosses (four accurate), six shots (two on target) and four chances created in the last four contests.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Youssef Maleh - Well-rounded display against Genoa Maleh won one of five tackles and recorded two shots (one on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Genoa.

Impact Maleh drew his third start in a row, even though Cremonese recovered some pieces in the midfield, as Alberto Grassi fell to the bench in favor of Martin Payero and did his part on both ends. He has logged at least one clearnce sin six showings in a row, amassing 17. Additionally, he has recorded one or more crosses in his last four displays, totaling seven displays (two accurate).

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Sebastiano Luperto - Racks up clearances in Genoa clash Luperto recorded 10 clearances, one blocks and four tackles (one won) in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Genoa.

Impact Luperto has fit right in and hasn't skipped a beat since his January move to Cremonese, remaining a dependable contributor in the back. He has logged one block in each of the last four rounds, adding five tackles (two won) and two interceptions and contributing to two clean sheets in that stretch. He has tallied five or more clearances in 10 performances in a row, piling up 67.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Federico Baschirotto - Does his job in Genoa contest Baschirotto won two of two tackles and had four clearances, one block and one interception in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Genoa.

Impact Baschirotto didn't have a huge day from a statistical standpoint, but he turned in a nice shift and helped stymie the opponents after Cremonese had conceded at least one in three straight matches. He has tallied at least one block in three consecutive rounds, amassing six. Moreover, he maintained his season-long streak of games with at least one clearance and has registered at least three in the past eight bouts, accumulating 49.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Giuseppe Pezzella - Produces in spades against Genoa Pezzella created three scoring chances and had 12 crosses (five accurate), one interception and three corners in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Genoa.

Impact Pezzella easily paced his side in deliveries and almost doubled his previous season high, while also matching the one in key passes, but his teammates didn't exploit his feeds. He has created at least one scoring chance in five straight outings, amassing 11 and adding nine tackles (five won) and 15 clearances over that span. Additionally, he has sent in at least one cross in every appearance, averaging 3.68 per match (1.21 accurate).

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Filippo Terracciano - Notches three interceptions versus Genoa Terracciano won one tackle and registered three clearances, one block and three interceptions in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Genoa.

Impact Terracciano was dependable in the back and logged small numbers across the board. He has been occasionally utilized on the wings but appears to have retained a regular role after the January window despite the arrival of Sebastiano Luperto. He has helped secure two clean sheets in the last five contests, recording seven interceptions, eight clearances and two blocks in that stretch.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jari Vandeputte - DNP in Genoa fixture Vandeputte (thigh) stayed on the bench for Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Genoa.

Impact Vandeputte returned to the stat sheet after two weeks but didn't sub in, as Cremonese are deeper in the midfield after a few January additions, and the coach elected not to take any chances. He'll have to split duties with Martin Payero, Morten Thorsby and Youssef Maleh going forward.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Matteo Bianchetti - Unused in Genoa match Bianchetti (undisclosed) didn't feature in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Genoa.

Impact Bianchetti quickly shook off a muscular injury, but he'll have to wait for his next opportunity to start after doing so for most of the season, as newcomer Sebastiano Luperto didn't need much time to get integrated and earn the large role.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Federico Bonazzoli - Comes off the bench against Genoa Bonazzoli registered five shots (one on goal) and one tackle (zero won) and drew one foul in 32 minutes in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Genoa.

Impact Bonazzoli didn't get the start for the first time since late December, as newcomer Milan Djuric is getting increasingly more run, but he was still the busiest striker for his team, matching his season high shots, albeit with poor aim. He has recorded 13 attempts (four on target), one key pass and one cross (zero accurate) in the last five fixtures. He hasn't hit the net in 11 rounds.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Emil Audero - Secures clean sheet in Genoa bout Audero registered six saves and didn't concede in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Genoa.

Impact Audero answered the bell when asked to and blanked the opponents for the first time in four matches, keeping his seventh seasonal clean sheet. He has given up five goals and made 25 saves in the last five rounds. Up next, Cremonese will face Roma away next Sunday.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Mikayil Faye - Will keep missing time Faye (face) hasn't been selected by Cremonese for Sunday's meeting with Genoa.

Impact Faye will skip another one because of a facial trauma, leaving Cremonese a little thin behind the top four options in the back since Federico Ceccherini (undisclosed) is also absent, but Matteo Bianchetti (undisclosed) is good to go.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Federico Ceccherini - Out against Genoa Ceccherini will miss Sunday's contest versus Genoa due to muscle fatigue, Cremonese relayed.

Impact Ceccherini got away with a minor problem after leaving early last week, but will sit out at least one fixture because of it. Filippo Terracciano or Matteo Bianchetti (undisclosed) will complete the defense alongside Federico Baschirotto and Sebastiano Luperto.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Matteo Bianchetti - Called up for Genoa meeting Bianchetti (undisclosed) has been named in Cremonese's squad list to face Genoa on Sunday.

Impact Bianchetti has recovered quickly from a muscular ailment, but Sebastiano Luperto was signed to be a starter, so he'll likely have to fight for minutes with Filippo Terracciano and a few wing-backs going forward. Bianchetti has notched one or more clearances in every outing this season, totaling 91 in 19 tilts, and has recorded seven tackles (five won), four interceptions and five blocks in his last five starts, with one clean sheet.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Jari Vandeputte - Fit for Genoa contest Vandeputte (thigh) "has rejoined the rest of the group in training this week and will be available Sunday," coach Davide Nicola stated.

Impact Vandeputte will be back after missing two games because of a mild muscular issue and will compete with newcomers Morten Thorsby and Youssef Maleh for a pair of spots in the midfield. He has created one or more chances in nine outings in a row, racking up 15 key passes. Additionally, he has swung in at least one cross in every seasonal appearance, accumulating 107 (29 accurate) and providing four assists.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Sebastiano Luperto - Assists in debut Luperto assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 2-1 defeat against Atalanta.

Impact Luperto supplied the assist late in the second half Monday for the lone Cremonese goal in their 2-1 defeat at the hands of Atalanta. In addition to his goal contribution, the central defender produced one tackle (one won), one interception, six clearances and one block in support of the defensive effort across his 90 minutes of play. Of his 20 total Serie A appearances (20 starts) during the 2025/26 campaign, Luperto has played the full 90 minutes on 19 occasions.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Morten Thorsby - Scores debut goal Thorsby scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Monday's 2-1 loss against Atalanta.

Impact Thorsby's controlling touch allowed him to bring down the ball and score Cremonese's lone goal Monday in their 2-1 defeat at the hands of Atalanta. The midfielder also contributed two tackles (two won), two clearances and two blocks to the defensive effort across his 90 minutes of play. Monday's appearance marked Thorsby's first with Cremonese after making 13 appearances (eight starts) with Genoa prior to his January transfer.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Emil Audero - Seven saves in defeat Audero recorded seven saves and allowed two goals in Monday's 2-1 loss to Atalanta.

Impact Audero turned aside seven of nine Atalanta shots on goal Monday and made one clearance as Cremonese were undone in a 2-1 defeat. Across his last five starting appearances, the veteran keeper has averaged five saves and two goal concessions per appearance while recording one clean sheet. Look for Audero between the sticks Sunday when Cremonese host Genoa.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Sanabria - Subs in against Atalanta Sanabria (calf) had one off-target shot and completed nine passes in 27 minutes in 27 minutes in Monday's 2-1 loss to Atalanta.

Impact Sanabria returned to action after three matches and relieved Jamie Vardy in the second half, but didn't do a lot in his cameo. He'll split duties also with Milan Djuric and will try to gain ground on Federico Bonazzoli going forward. He has registered three shots and three key passes in his last five appearances (one start).

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Faris Moumbagna - Unused sub versus Atalanta Moumbagna (personal) didn't play in Monday's 2-1 defeat against Atalanta.

Impact Moumbagna was back in the fold after being unavailable for two matches, but he's the fifth option in his role following the addition of Milan Djuric and the return of Antonio Sanabria from a calf injury, so he'll have to take advantage of his opportunities to get more minutes.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Martin Payero - Creates two chances versus Atalanta Payero (thigh) drew one foul and had two key passes, three crosses (two accurate) and two corners in 27 minutes in Monday's 2-1 loss to Atalanta.

Impact Payero was used as a sub in his return from a four-game absence and helped stage a late rally, which came up short. He'll face more competition than before the injury since Cremonese onboarded Youssef Maleh and Morten Thorsby, but he has been a steady contributor all season long. He has fired at least one shot in his last eight outings, racking up 14 attempts (five on target), adding four chances created and 13 crosses (three accurate) and scoring once.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Federico Ceccherini - Injured in Atalanta fixture Ceccherini had one clearance and one interception before leaving Monday's game versus Atalanta at the 40th minute because of a muscular injury, Gianluca DI Marzio reported.

Impact Ceccherini got the call over Filippo Terracciano in this one but didn't make it to intermission because of an ailment and will need to take tests to determine his status for Sunday's clash versus Genoa. Francesco Folino is also an option in the role, while Matteo Bianchetti (undisclosed) and Mikayil Faye (face) are banged up.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Martin Payero - Fit Monday Payero (thigh) is on the bench for Monday's match against Atalanta.

Impact Payero is no longer dealing with his thigh injury and is back after four games out, selected for the bench despite being a typical starter. That said, the midfielder is likely to test his legs and then return to the starting XI, with one goal in 15 appearances (13 starts) this season.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Faris Moumbagna - Bench option Moumbagna (personal) is on the bench for Monday's match against Atalanta.

Impact Moumbagna is back with the team after he was away for personal reasons, with the forward selected for the bench. He has yet to start in his five appearances this season, featuring for only 88 minutes, likely to maintain a lesser role.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Mikayil Faye - Unavailable versus Roma Faye has been ruled out for Monday's fixture against Roma because of a facial trauma, Cremonese relayed.

Impact Faye will attempt to recover for the ensuing game, but the team didn't disclose the severity of the issue. He occasionally came off the bench when other options were unavailable in the back or on the left flank, totaling seven appearances (two starts). Sebastiano Luperto, Francesco Folino and Romano Floriani Mussolini will absorb his meager playing time.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Matteo Bianchetti - Will miss Atalanta game Bianchetti is unavailable for Monday because of a late muscular injury, Cremonese communicated.

Impact Bianchetti will take more tests in the coming days to determine the timetable for his return. Francesco Folino and Federico Ceccherini have replaced him in the last instances he was out, but Cremonese recently added veteran Sebastiano Luperto to the position.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

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