Cremonese vs AC Milan Prediction - Serie A: A Test of Rossoneri's Mettle

AC Milan travel to the Stadio Giovanni Zini with the ultimate goal of securing all three points to keep pace with the Serie A leaders. Despite the significant difference in their league positions, recent statistics suggest this will not be an easy match for the Rossoneri. While Milan are soaring in second place, Cremonese are struggling in a fierce relegation battle.

6:30 PM, March 1st, 2026 - Serie A Round

Current standing and form

In the current standings, AC Milan is showing the strength of a title contender with 54 points after 26 matches, holding second place. Conversely, Cremonese is in 17th place with only 24 points, just above the relegation zone.

In terms of goal-scoring performance, AC Milan boasts an effective attack averaging 1.6 goals per game (41 goals total). Notably, the Rossoneri are incredibly resilient away from home, having lost only two away matches this season. On the other hand, Cremonese are facing serious problems at both ends of the pitch, scoring an average of only 0.8 goals per game while conceding 1.4 goals per game.

History of rivalry: The giant's dilemma

Notably, despite their lower status, Cremonese have proven to be a nemesis for AC Milan in recent encounters. In their last five matches, AC Milan have failed to win against them, with two draws and one loss (only considering the last three matches with available data). The 1-2 defeat at San Siro in August 2025 remains a major blemish on Milan's ambitions.

Force situation and personnel losses

Both teams are facing personnel issues due to injuries. This will undoubtedly affect the tactical capabilities of both coaches.

Cremonese

• F. Baschirotto:Absent due to muscle injury.
• M. Collocolo:Absent due to injury.
• F. Moumbagna:Absent due to muscle injury.

AC Milan

• S. Gimenez:Absent due to an ankle injury.
• R. Loftus-Cheek:Absent due to a fractured jaw.
• M. Gabbia:Muscle injury (availability is uncertain).

Tactical analysis and predictions

AC Milan is predicted to take control of the game from the start in order to score an early goal. With a predicted win rate of 45%, Milan remains the favorite. However, the possibility of a draw is also considered high at 45%, reflecting the difficulties Cremonese often create when facing big teams.

With their pragmatic counter-attacking style of play, Cremonese could certainly cause problems for a Milan side missing Loftus-Cheek in midfield. The match is expected to be low-scoring, with AC Milan striving for maximum points but potentially settling for a draw if they don't capitalize on their opportunities.

Predicted result:A draw or AC Milan wins.

Team lineup updated at 18:00 on 01/03/2026

Official lineup

Cremonese

Diagram: 3-5-2

CoachDavide Nicola

Starting lineup:

• 1. Emil Audero (G)
• 15. Matteo Bianchetti (D)
• 55. Francesco Folino (D)
• 5. Sebastiano Luperto (D)
• 7. Alessio Zerbin (M)
• 2. Morten Thorsby (M)
• 27. Jari Vandeputte (M)
• 29. Youssef Maleh (M)
• 3. Giuseppe Pezzella (M)
• 90. Federico Bonazzoli (F)
• 10. Jamie Vardy (F)

Substitutes:

• 16. Marco Silvestri
• 69. Lapo Nava
• 24. Filippo Terracciano
• 23. Federico Ceccherini
• 30. Mikayil Faye
• 38. Warren Bondo
• 33. Alberto Grassi
• 4. Tommaso Barbieri
• 22. Romano Floriani Mussolini
• 32. Martín Payero
• 99. Antonio Sanabria
• 9. Milan Đurić

AC Milan

Diagram: 3-5-2

CoachMassimiliano Allegri

Starting lineup:

• 16. Mike Maignan (G)
• 23. Fikayo Tomori (D)
• 5. Koni De Winter (D)
• 31. Strahinja Pavlovicć (D)
• 56. Alexis Saelemaekers (M)
• 19. Youssouf Fofana (M)
• 14. Luka Modrić (M)
• 12. Adrien Rabiot (M)
• 33. Davide Bartesaghi (M)
• 11. Christian Pulišić (F)
• 10. Rafael Leão (F)

Substitutes:

• 1. Pietro Terracciano
• 37. Matteo Pittarella
• 27. David Odogu
• 24. Zachary Athekame
• 2. Pervis Estupiñán
• 30. Ardon Jashari
• 4. Samuel Ricci
• 18. Christopher Nkunku
• 9. Niclas Füllkrug