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Parma vs Cremonese: Cup tie puts two blunt attacks under the microscope. Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.
Both teams have failed to score in their opening league fixtures, with Parma producing just five shots on target and Cremonese only two from eight attempts. Their shared scoring drought and limited finishing suggest a low-scoring game, making Under 2.5 Goals a sensible prediction for this cup tie.
Parma’s 2-0 win prediction is based on their cup scoring ability, notably Simone Lontani’s two goals, and Cremonese’s defensive frailty conceding three goals from three shots on target against Modena. Parma’s defensive solidity against Juventus also supports a clean sheet, making this a plausible exact scoreline.
Compare form, H2H, goals trends and key data for Parma v Cremonese.
Parma and Cremonese return to the Coppa Italia at Stadio Ennio Tardini on Tuesday with an awkwardly similar problem: neither has scored a league goal this season.
Parma vs Cremonese — bet365 Market Snapshot
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Parma and Cremonese both won their last match, indicating recent positive form for both sides.
Parma and Cremonese show comparable scoring patterns, keeping goals at both ends firmly possible.
Parma and Cremonese look closely matched defensively, pointing towards a tight scoreline.
Parma and Cremonese show similar overall levels, making execution more important than raw form.
Three Punchy Stats
- Parma have managed five shots on target across their first two league matches without scoring, leaving their finishing under immediate scrutiny.
- Cremonese recorded eight attempts against Modena but only two on target, while conceding three goals from three shots on target at the other end.
- Cremonese have won three of the last six meetings between the sides, including a 2-0 victory at the Tardini in March, while Parma have won only once in that sequence.
Recent Winning Form
Recent attacking records for Parma and Cremonese are shown below.
Recent Defensive Records
Recent defensive records for Parma and Cremonese are shown below.
Both sides opened their campaigns with 2-0 cup wins before losing their first two league fixtures, so this second-round tie offers a sharp change of mood for whichever team can rediscover the attacking touch shown in the previous round. The winner will visit Como in the last 16.
The clearest difference may be in the quality of resistance behind those goalless starts. Parma were beaten 2-0 by Juventus but restricted the hosts for more than an hour and still put three of their four attempts on target. Cremonese, by contrast, arrive after a 3-0 home defeat to Modena that has intensified the pressure around Marco Giampaolo.
Parma need cup efficiency to translate
Parma's league return so far is stark: two defeats, no goals and only five shots on target across the opening fixtures. Their attacking limitations are particularly significant after Mateo Pellegrino's summer departure for Fiorentina, leaving a group of forwards competing to establish themselves.
Yet the Coppa Italia has already provided a counterpoint. Simone Lontani scored both goals in the 2-0 first-round victory over Catania, meaning Parma have demonstrated that they can convert chances in this competition even while their league attack has stalled.
David Romero also gave them encouragement as a substitute against Juventus, while El Bilal Toure, Matija Frigan and Nesta Elphege offer further competition. With an important league match against Monza ahead, changes are possible, but that could make the contest for attacking places more relevant rather than less.
Cremonese cannot afford another passive display
Cremonese's concern is not merely that they have failed to score in successive league defeats. Their most recent outing produced eight attempts against Modena but only two on target, while the visitors scored three times from 10 attempts and three efforts on target.
That is a particularly uncomfortable contrast. Cremonese generated a comparable quantity of shots but substantially less reward, while Modena punished them with ruthless efficiency.
Their wider sequence also carries warning signs. Cremonese won only three of their final 22 league matches last season before relegation from Serie A, and defeats to Empoli and Modena have extended that poor league momentum into the new campaign. Giampaolo is already under pressure, with speculation over possible replacements adding another layer to a cup match that might otherwise have offered breathing space.
Recent meetings offer Cremonese encouragement
The head-to-head record tilts towards the visitors. Across the previous six meetings since September 2021, Cremonese have won three, Parma one and two have finished level.
Most relevant is the meeting at the Tardini in March, when Cremonese won 2-0. Parma had 52% possession and eight attempts that day but managed only one on target; Cremonese produced four accurate efforts from seven shots, with Youssef Maleh and Jari Vandeputte scoring.
That match provides a useful reminder for Parma. Possession and territorial involvement are of limited value if their attacking work ends without enough accurate finishing, an issue that has resurfaced at the beginning of this season.
Selection changes could reshape the attacking picture
Hans Nicolussi Caviglia is unavailable for Parma with a groin injury, while Dominik Drobnic could retain his place after making his debut against Juventus.
Cremonese have more potential absences to manage. Tommaso Barbieri, Federico Baschirotto and David Stuckler are fitness doubts, Michele Collocolo has a muscular problem and Morten Thorsby is awaiting a transfer. Giampaolo may also alter an attack that featured Manuel De Luca and Federico Bonazzoli against Modena.
Other opportunities in this market
- Match Result (Parma to Win @ 11/10): Requires Parma to lead after 90 minutes plus stoppage time. This selection trades narrower odds for broader coverage across all Parma winning scorelines (1-0, 2-0, 2-1, 3-0, etc.), but loses if Cremonese draw or win.
- Both Teams To Score NO (@ 20/23): Wins if at least one team fails to score in 90 minutes plus stoppage time (e.g., 0-0, 1-0, 2-0, 0-1, 0-2). This removes total-goal boundaries while requiring at least one clean sheet.
📊 Market Explainer
Total Goals Market
Selection: Under 2.5 Goals. This market is settled by the combined number of goals in normal time. The selected line determines how many goals are needed for the bet to win.
Correct Score Market
Selection: Parma vs Cremonese 2-0. Predict the exact score at the end of 90 minutes plus stoppage time. Extra time and penalties do not count unless the bookmaker states otherwise.
🎯 Pick 1: Under 2.5 Goals @ 13/20
Both Parma and Cremonese enter this Coppa Italia second-round tie having failed to score a single goal in their respective opening two league fixtures. Parma’s attack has suffered following the departure of Mateo Pellegrino to Fiorentina, leaving a reconfigured forward line that generated just five shots on target across their first two league games. Cremonese have experienced matching difficulties in front of goal, failing to find the net in back-to-back league defeats. This shared drought creates a solid foundation for expecting a low-scoring contest at Stadio Ennio Tardini.
The shooting numbers from recent outings illustrate why goalmouth action could remain limited. Cremonese managed eight attempts against Modena last time out but directed only two on target, highlighting an inability to convert territorial involvement into testing shots. Meanwhile, Parma restricted Juventus for over an hour in their opener and managed three shots on target from four attempts, yet ultimately finished without a goal. When these two blunt attacks meet, neither side offers the sustained finishing output needed to turn minor defensive lapses into a high-scoring game.
The main counterpoint rests in the first round of this competition, where both clubs registered 2-0 victories, including Parma’s win over Catania via two Simone Lontani goals. However, translating cup efficiency against lower-tier resistance into broader attacking consistency remains unproven for both teams. With Cremonese also managing potential squad absences for Tommaso Barbieri and Michele Collocolo, a tight affair with two or fewer total goals looks realistic.
🎯 Tactical Indicators
- Both Parma and Cremonese have failed to score a single goal across their opening two league fixtures.
- Parma produced just five shots on target in their first two league games, while Cremonese managed only two shots on target from eight attempts against Modena.
- Cremonese conceded three goals from three shots on target in their 3-0 home defeat to Modena.
Risk Factor: A third goal from either team, or a high-scoring 2-1 or 2-2 outcome if attacking rotations spark immediate efficiency, would defeat this selection.
Key Tactical Mismatch
Converted two goals from their first-round cup tie against Catania via Simone Lontani.
Conceded three goals from just three shots on target against Modena in their 3-0 defeat.
⚔️ Pick 2: Parma vs Cremonese 2-0 @ 17/2
A 2-0 victory for Parma relies on the hosts repeating their first-round cup output while keeping a misfiring visitor at bay. Parma demonstrated that they can score twice in this competition when defeating Catania 2-0, with Simone Lontani providing both goals. David Romero offered an encouraging substitute appearance against Juventus, while El Bilal Toure, Matija Frigan and Nesta Elphege provide depth in attacking areas. Against a Cremonese team that conceded three goals from three shots on target against Modena, Parma have a realistic platform to establish a two-goal lead.
The zero component for Cremonese is supported by their current inability to make accurate contact in the final third. Cremonese have failed to score in both league fixtures this season, mustering only two shots on target from eight attempts against Modena. Parma demonstrated baseline defensive durability by holding Juventus goalless for over an hour in their opening fixture, suggesting they can limit a Cremonese attack that generated limited direct testing work in their most recent outing.
The key counter-evidence comes from recent head-to-head history at this venue, where Cremonese earned a 2-0 win in March thanks to goals from Youssef Maleh and Jari Vandeputte, and Cremonese have won three of the last six meetings overall. Furthermore, exact scorelines remain inherently fragile, as a single defensive error or late goal from either side would defeat the selection. Nevertheless, Parma’s cup track record and Cremonese’s goalless league run make 2-0 a coherent outcome.
Risk Factor: A Cremonese goal, a goalless 0-0 draw, or Parma scoring either one or three goals would result in a lost selection.
Frequently Asked Questions
What needs to happen for Under 2.5 Goals to win?
The match must finish with zero, one, or two total goals scored in 90 minutes plus stoppage time.
How does the Correct Score 2-0 market settle?
It wins only if Parma scores exactly two goals and Cremonese scores zero at full time.
Why are both Parma and Cremonese struggling for league goals?
Parma produced five shots on target and Cremonese two from eight attempts in recent matches.
Does an Under 2.5 Goals bet still win if Parma loses 1-0?
Yes, because the total goals scored would be one, below the three-goal threshold.
What is Cremonese's recent head-to-head record against Parma?
Cremonese have won three of the last six meetings, including a 2-0 win at Stadio Ennio Tardini.
Who scored Parma's goals in the previous round of the Coppa Italia?
Simone Lontani scored both goals in Parma's 2-0 first-round victory over Catania.
