It seemed like it was done. Then Johnsen’s goal, after De Luca’s missed penalty, brought Cremonese back into the game. Now, at home, they are hoping for a comeback that would mean a playoff final against Spezia, who won away at Catanzaro.
It was a game of two halves in Campania. The first half was slightly in favor of the home side, but the Lombards reacted after conceding the second goal in the second half. Stroppa’s side’s possession (58%) was not enough to avoid defeat. However, it did help, especially in the final stages of the match, not only to seek an equalizer but also to prevent Juve Stabia from taking a two-goal lead again. This would obviously have put the whole team in difficulty.
Now, the fact that Cremonese finished ahead of the Campania side in the regular season must mean something. And what does it mean? It means that Stroppa’s side can certainly look to turn things around. All they need is a 1-0 win to go through and perhaps make more of their set pieces. They had five corners and created two big chances during the match. The visitors, on the other hand, will inevitably play a waiting game. And since they are not used to this—Juve Stabia has always played proactive football—they could pay the price. That said, we strongly believe in a home win. And with the final just around the corner. Cremonese, like it or not, has managed to limit the damage.
Odds comparison
Cremonese’s victory is priced at 1.65 on Goldbet, Lottomatica, and Snai. A GOAL is priced at 1.72 on Goldbet and Lottomatica.
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Prediction
Cremonese to win. No doubt about it. The home team will reach the final against Spezia – almost certainly – overturning the 2-1 first leg result. Furthermore, this match should see only Stroppa’s team score. They have one of the best defenses in the league at home. Therefore, they will only need to maintain their form to send Juve Stabia, who have already achieved a great deal, exceeding all expectations this season, back to the lower division.
Probable lineups for Cremonese-Juve Stabia
CREMONESE (3-5-2): Fulignati; Folino, Ceccherini, Bianchetti; Barbieri, Collocolo, Castagnetti, Vandeputte, Dentello Azzi; Johnsen, De Luca.
JUVE STABIA (3-4-1-2): Thiam; Ruggero, Peda, Bellich; Floriani, Pierobon, Mosti, Andreoni; Piscopo; Adorante, Candellone.
POSSIBLE RESULT: 2-0