The 2025-2026 Coppa Italia kicks off with a highly anticipated first-round clash as Serie A side Cremonese hosts Serie B club Palermo at the Stadio Giovanni Zini. This match pits a team that earned promotion to the top flight against an ambitious Serie B side looking to make a statement in the prestigious cup competition.
Match Details:
CompetitionDateKick-off (ET)VenueCoppa ItaliaAugust 16, 20253:15 PMStadio Giovanni Zini, Cremona, Italy
Team Form and Analysis:
Cremonese enters the tournament after securing promotion to Serie A. Their pre-season has been mixed, with two wins, two losses, and a draw in their last five matches. Under new manager Davide Nicola, they will be looking to use their home advantage and the passion of their fans to secure a victory and build momentum for their return to the top flight.
They will be eager to prove that they belong in Serie A and can compete with top-tier teams.
Palermo, meanwhile, is coming into this season on a high after a strong pre-season with four wins and one loss in their last five matches, including a convincing victory over Annecy.
They are an ambitious side, now under the ownership of City Football Group, and will be looking to make a deep run in the cup. While they are a Serie B team, their quality and recent form suggest they could be a tough opponent for Cremonese.
Head-to-Head:
The historical head-to-head record between these two clubs is competitive. In their last 10 meetings, Palermo has won five times, with Cremonese winning twice and three draws. The most recent encounter was a 3-2 victory for Cremonese.
Cremonese vs Palermo: Head-to-Head Stats (Last 10 Matches)
CremonesePalermoWins25Draws33Goals Scored1518
Player to Watch:
Cremonese: Keep an eye on the attacking players who have shown good form in pre-season and will be crucial in breaking down Palermo’s defense.
Palermo: Joel Pohjanpalo, the top scorer in Serie B two years ago, will be a player to watch as he leads the line for the visitors.
Prediction:
Given their recent form and the ambition of their squad, Palermo has a good chance of causing an upset. While Cremonese will have the home advantage, their focus may be on their upcoming Serie A campaign. This is expected to be a tightly contested and high-scoring match, with Palermo having a slight edge to secure a narrow victory.
Live Stream and TV Broadcast:
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