Impact Okereke will skip the second contest in a row because of a thigh problem. Frank Tsadjout and Daniel Ciofani started last week, while Cyriel Dessers fared decently off the bench.
APRIL 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
US CREMONESE 7-4-6 · 4TH IN SERIE B · PROMOTION PLAYOFFS
7-4-6 · 4TH IN SERIE B · PROMOTION PLAYOFFS
Next Match vs Sampdoria (H) · Sun 4:15PM
David Okereke - Absent for Sampdoria tilt Okereke (thigh) has been ruled out for Saturday's game versus Sampdoria, Cremonese announced.
Marco Benassi - Will miss Sampdoria match Benassi hasn't been called up for Saturday's clash with Sampdoria due to a knock, Cremonese announced.
Impact Benassi picked up a contusion during the midweek Coppa Italia fixture and didn't manage to shake it off. Lorenzo Sernicola or Pablo Galdames will take his place in the lineup.
APRIL 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Kean is back with a bang | Goal Collection | Round 28 | Serie A 2022/23
APRIL 4, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Luka Lochoshvili - Busy versus Atalanta Lochoshvili had two blocks, two interceptions, and four clearances, and won four duels in Saturday's 1-3 loss to Atalanta.
Impact Lochoshvili played over Johan Vasquez after international duties and had a workmanlike performance. It was his first start since early January, as the coach has generally preferred his teammate, plus he has also missed time with an injury.
APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Matteo Bianchetti - Logs seven clearnaces against Atalanta Bianchetti won nine duels and three of four tackles and seven clearances in Saturday's 1-3 defeat to Atalanta.
Impact Bianchetti had a busy day in the back, but he didn't look great on the second Atalanta goal, which was a key turning point of the game, as he couldn't keep up with Rasmus Hojlund, who eventually linked up with Jeremie Boga. He's poised to be a regular since Vlad Chiriches picked up another injury. He has notched 11 tackles (seven won), six interceptions, and 25 clearances in the last five games, with no clean sheets.
APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Michele Castagnetti - Decent in Atalanta match Castagnetti recorded three shots (zero on goal), two interceptions, and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-3 defeat against Atalanta.
Impact Castagnaetti returned to the starting lineup after a while since he played off the bench in the past game and was passable on both ends, although he couldn't take advantage of his opportunities in the final third. He has logged one assist, four shots (zero on target), five key passes, and six crosses (zero accurate) in his last five appearances.
APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Emanuele Valeri - Dynamic against Atalanta Valeri won three duels and generated two shots (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate), and four chances created in Saturday's 1-3 loss against Atalanta.
Impact Valeri played with the usual energy and paced his side in both crosses and key passes and was often the most effective playmaker. He has logged one assist, seven shots (one on target), 12 chances created, and 29 crosses (seven accurate) in the last five matches. Cremonese will face Sampdoria away next Saturday.
APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Frank Tsadjout - Fires three shots versus Atalanta Tsadjout won ten duels and had three shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate), and one chance created in Saturday's 1-3 defeat versus Atalanta.
Impact Tsadjout had a very physical performance and co-led his team in attempts, but he couldn't find the target in any of them. He has cooled off after scoring twice in February. He has tallied five shots (zero on target), two chances created, and two inaccurate crosses in the last four scoreless rounds. Cremonese will face Sampdoria away next Saturday.
APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Daniel Ciofani - Converts PK against Atalanta Ciofani drew one foul and scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target) in Saturday's 1-3 defeat versus Atalanta.
Impact Ciofani didn't put up many numbers, but he kept his cool from the penalty spot to knot the game early in the second half. He has bagged three goals in the past five matches, adding 11 shots (four on target) and one key pass. This was his first start since early February, but he has been their most prolific striker lately. Cremonese will face Sampdoria away next Saturday.
APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Marco Carnesecchi - Concedes three times versus Atalanta Carnesecchi recorded one save and gave up three goals in Saturday's 1-3 defeat to Atalanta.
Impact Carnesecchi was left hung out to dry by his defense once again and was unable to record a robust number of saves this time around. He has surrendered ten goals and parried away 14 shots in the past five matches. He last kept a clean sheet in November. Cremonese will face Sampdoria away next Saturday.
APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
David Okereke - Will not return against Atalanta Okereke (thigh) has been ruled out for Saturday's clash with Atalanta, Cremonese relayed.
Impact Okereke suffered a muscular injury in the last game before the break and hasn't been able to shake it off, although he has been able to practice in some capacity afterward, so it shouldn't be too serious. Frank Tsadjout, Cyriel Dessers, Daniel Ciofani, and Felix Afena-Gyan will handle the minutes up front.
MARCH 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Vlad Chiriches - Suffers new injury Chiriches hasn't been called up for Saturday's match against Atalanta due to a new muscular problem, Cremonese informed.
Impact Chiriches returned on the pitch in a friendly during the break, but he lasted only 20 minutes before getting hurt again. The relapse might cause him to sit out multiple fixtures. Matteo Bianchetti and Luka Lochoshvili will continue to fill in.
MARCH 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Alex Ferrari - Out versus Atalanta Ferrari will miss Saturday's game against Atalanta due to a muscular trauma, Cremonese announced.
Impact Ferrari will be better assessed after the game. With Vlad Chiriches still out, Emmanuel Aiwu should start on the right-hand side of the defense.
MARCH 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
David Okereke - Practicing on the side Okereke (thigh) has been training individually after taking tests to assess his injury, Cremonese inform.
Impact Okereke might be dealign with a minor problem since the team didn't disclose the results of the exams and was able to work in some capacity afterward. He's doubtful for Atalanta game, but his absence might not be too long.
MARCH 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Emanuel Aiwu - Pretty busy against Monza Aiwu (thigh) won one tackle and had two interceptions, three clearances, and one block in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Monza.
Impact Aiwu got the nod over Alex Ferrari and had a respectable performance, which might earn him regular minutes until Vlad Chiriches (thigh) returns. He has recorded three tackles (one won), six clearances, and three blocks in his last four appearances, with no clean sheets.
MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Michele Castagnetti - Records assist Castagnetti assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Monza.
Impact Castagnetti was unused again during Cremonese's 2-0 loss the team hosted March 12 against Fiorentina. But before the Serie A's upcoming respite, he was able to break a contribution drought by logging an assist of a goal scored by fellow substitute Daniel Ciofani.
MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Daniel Ciofani - Another goal Ciofani scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Monza.
Impact Cromenese played four games from Feb. 28 to March 18. Despite receiving 45 minutes or less each matchup, he scored two goals, using the span to improve his 2022-23 Serie A goal tally from three to five.
MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Marco Carnesecchi - Saves six shots Carnesecchi had six saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Monza.
Impact Despite allowing a goal from Carlos Augusto, Carnesecchi compensated for it by saving 83.3 percent of Monza's shots on goal Saturday. The goalkeeper will try to continue his excellence following an international respite and during Monza's next game, currently scheduled April 1 versus Atalanta.
MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Monza-Cremonese 1-1 | The sides split the points: Goals & Highlights | Serie A 2022/23
MARCH 18, 2023 • YOUTUBE
David Okereke - Limps off versus Monza Okereke left Saturday's 1-1 draw with Monza at the 65th minute due to a thigh injury, Gianluca Di Marzio reports, after taking two shots (one on target).
Impact Okereke was ineffective during his time on the pitch and asked to come out pulling up during a sprint and holding the inside of his thigh. He's headed for some tests, and the international break might not be enough for him to recover if the injury is substantial. He was replaced by Cyriel Dessers, while Daniel Ciofani had already come off the bench.
MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Emanuel Aiwu - Starting against Monza Aiwu (thigh) is fit and in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Monza.
Impact Aiwu returns from a thigh injury which kept him out of Cremonese's previous two matches to start on Saturday. The defender takes up a role in his club's back three having helped his side to three clean sheets in 18 apeparances.
MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Emanuel Aiwu - Called up for Monza game Aiwu (thigh) has been named in Cremonese's squad list to face Monza Saturday.
Impact Aiwu has shaken off a thigh injury that cost him the last two matches. He has generally started only they were dealing with multiple absences in the back in 2023. He has tallied two tackles (zero won), four interceptions, and two blocks in his last four appearances.
MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Marco Carnesecchi - Concedes once in each half Carnesecchi allowed two goals while making a save during Sunday's 2-0 loss to Fiorentina.
Impact Carnesecchi allowed a goal in each half as Cremonese dropped all three points on Sunday. The keeper has now allowed 29 goals in 17 league starts while his lone save upped his season total to 63.
MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Emanuele Valeri - Creates five chances Valeri took three shots (one on goal), crossed four times (two accurate) and created five chances during Sunday's 2-0 loss to Fiorentina.
Impact Valeri was held off the scoresheet as a member of the Cremonese back four that allowed two goals. The fullback has four goal involvements in 25 appearances while leading Cremonese with 104 crosses and 32 chances created.
MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Vlad Chiriches - Diagnosed with strain Chiriches suffered a grade one adductor strain in the right thigh in the last game, Cremonese announced.
Impact Chiriches will be out for three-to-weeks and thus work toward being available for the first game after the next international break, skipping the ones versus Fiorentina and Monza. Luca Bianchetti, Alex Ferrari, and Luka Lochoshvili will absorb his minutes in the back.
MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
