Pisa - Cremonese predictions

With the odds slightly in the hosts’ favour, they have a decent shot at walking away with 3 points. Still, Cremonese can pull off both a win or a draw, so the hosts can’t afford to let their guard down.

Cremonese appear severely unprepared for a clash with Pisa, to the point of being considered hard underdogs. We would consider even a draw a success, so the long 3.65 odds for an away win bit seem fitting.

The host are coming off from a morale-boosting Torino draw. Why morale-boosting? Because Pisa were given close to zero per cent chances of getting anything from their last trip. However, a draw at halftime and the end (Torino) make for a very good result overall.

Cremonese played against overwhelming odds last round, with bookies pricing them winning at 1.50 despite the home-field advantage. Quite predictably, they ended up recording an HT/FT loss, though the single goal difference was not as bad as some predictions aspected it to be.

Pisa have displayed rather inconsistent defensive play in their previous outings. Specifically, their previous 3 away games have been marked by more than 5 conceded goals. They may be at home this time, but such records usually highlight deeper issues than a home-field disadvantage.

This is a rather rough matchup for Pisa, but they’ll want to give their best after a disastrous start to the season. They are currently number 18th in the standings, which is well within the relegation zone.

Though it’s hard to say Cremonese started the season on a strong note, their fairly decent table position is at risk. Beating Pisa will be no easy task – but it’s a necessary step if they ever wish to reach the Europa qualifying spots.

Fortunately, both teams will be able to give their all this Friday. Neither squad has been affected by injuries or suspensions, allowing the coaches to work with all the tools at their disposal.

At the odds of 2.26 with Pncl and other top online bookmakers, a Home Win wager is a risk worth taking. It’s not the safest bet in the world, but the possible betting value makes it a solid prediction.