The Arena Garibaldi – Stadio Romeo Anconetani in Pisa, Tuscany, is the venue for a crucial Serie A clash between two newly-promoted sides, Pisa and Cremonese. This Matchday 11 fixture is the first-ever top-flight meeting between these two clubs, who were promoted together from Serie B last season. Pisa is currently struggling, sitting winless and rooted in the bottom three, yet showing a recent pattern of gritty draws against top opposition. Cremonese, conversely, occupies a mid-table spot, largely due to their superior away form. This is a high-stakes relegation six-pointer, contrasting Pisa’s desperate search for a first victory with Cremonese’s desire to consolidate their position in Italy’s elite league.
Match Details
This Friday night match is an opportunity for both sides to gain a critical advantage in the battle for Serie A survival.
DetailInformationCompetitionSerie A – Matchday 11DateFriday, November 7, 2025Kick-off7:45 PM GMT (8:45 PM CET)VenueArena Garibaldi – Stadio Romeo Anconetani, Pisa, Italy
Team Form and Analysis for Pisa
Domestic Form and Season Performance
Pisa’s return to Serie A has been challenging, as they remain winless after 10 league matches, a factor that places them firmly in the relegation zone. Their overall record stands at six draws and four defeats. However, their recent form shows remarkable resilience, having secured four consecutive draws against teams including Torino, Lazio, and AC Milan. These results, though not wins, demonstrate their ability to compete and frustrate superior opposition.
The primary issue for I Torri has been their inability to score at home; they have failed to score in five of their six home games this season, which is a significant statistic they must overcome to climb the table. Their defensive resilience is noted, as they held Lazio and Hellas Verona to goalless draws at the Arena Garibaldi, but the lack of an attacking threat has been severely penalising their ability to secure three points.
Key Player: Stefano Moreo
Forward Stefano Moreo is a vital component of the Pisa attack, especially in the absence of other key personnel. He comes into this match following a crucial first-half brace in the recent 2-2 draw away to Torino, which should provide a much-needed confidence boost. Moreo’s hold-up play, physicality, and renewed sharpness in front of goal will be essential in breaking Cremonese’s defence, which has allowed a high number of goal attempts this season.
Team Form and Analysis for Cremonese
Domestic Form and Season Performance
Cremonese, led by manager Davide Nicola, have navigated their return to Serie A with slightly more success, accumulating 14 points and placing them in a comfortable mid-table position. Their form includes three wins, five draws, and two losses. Their recent momentum was checked by a narrow 2-1 home defeat to Juventus, but this followed an important 2-0 away win against Genoa.
The Grigiorossi have been better on the road this season, with two of their three wins registered on their travels. Their attacking philosophy is more open, with their last six league matches all seeing them score at least once. Despite this, their defence has been under heavy pressure, allowing the most goal attempts in the league this season. They will need to manage this vulnerability against a desperate home team, while relying on their offensive efficiency to secure points.
Key Player: Federico Bonazzoli
Striker Federico Bonazzoli is Cremonese’s top goalscorer this season, showcasing his quality in the top flight. His ability to link play and his consistent goal threat make him the most dangerous player in the final third. Bonazzoli’s presence and sharpness will be crucial in capitalising on any defensive disorganisation from Pisa, and his duel with the home side’s central defenders will be a key battle in determining the match outcome.
Head-to-Head Record between the Teams
The head-to-head record between the two sides provides significant historical context, primarily from their time in Serie B.
MetricPisa WinsDrawsCremonese WinsTotal Competitive Meetings (All Time)191017Meetings in Last 5 Matches (Serie B)311Pisa Unbeaten Home Streak vs Cremonese9 (W5, D4)
Pisa holds a strong historical advantage over Cremonese in their matchups. Crucially, Pisa is unbeaten in the last nine home league matches against Cremonese, a streak that extends back many years. Furthermore, Pisa won both league fixtures last season in Serie B, although this match marks their first-ever meeting in Serie A.
Players to Watch
Pisa
M’Bala Nzola (Forward): The former Spezia striker is known for his physicality and ability to score difficult goals. He is expected to start and his pace and directness will be a handful for the Cremonese backline.
Marius Marin (Midfielder): The central midfielder is the engine room of the team, known for his relentless running and ball-winning ability. His performance will be key in dominating the midfield battle and launching quick transitions.
Cremonese
Jamie Vardy (Forward): The veteran striker provides experience and a clinical edge to the attack. Despite a recent goal in the loss to Juventus, his movement off the ball and ability to press the opposition defence remains a potent threat.
Jari Vandeputte (Midfielder): The attacking midfielder has been a creative spark for Cremonese, leading the team in assists and chance creation. His set-piece delivery and vision will be critical in unlocking the resilient Pisa defence.
Prediction
This match is defined by contrasting needs and psychological factors. Pisa, desperate for their first win of the season, will rely heavily on their strong historical home record against Cremonese and the momentum from their recent run of draws. Cremonese, while in better overall form, faces a psychological hurdle with their long winless streak at the Arena Garibaldi. Given Pisa’s inability to score at home and Cremonese’s high number of allowed shots, a very tight, defensive match is anticipated. However, the visitors’ consistent scoring, combined with the pressure on the home side, suggests Cremonese may just edge a narrow, tense encounter, breaking Pisa’s home-field hoodoo.
Score Prediction: Pisa 0-1 Cremonese
Live Stream and TV Broadcast Information
This Serie A fixture is scheduled for broadcast across various platforms.
In the United Kingdom (UK), the match will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 2 and can be streamed via the Discovery+ app and website for subscribers.
In the United States (US), the match is available to stream on Paramount+.
Check local TV and streaming listings in other regions for the most accurate broadcast information.
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