Empoli vs Cremonese Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 22 Aug 2026

Empoli vs Cremonese Predictions

Main Match Prediction

Empoli Asian Hcp +0.25 @ -172

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Empoli look capable of beating Cremonese and we’ll take them on the Asian Handicap. Back the home team at -172 with a +0.25 goal start, with our stake split between 0 and +0.5 which means a return if they avoid defeat.

Continue reading for our full Empoli vs Cremonese betting analysis, outlining the core arguments for our main match prediction, alongside our correct score pick, corners prediction and bet builder tips.

Empoli vs Cremonese Preview

Empoli go head-to-head with Cremonese at Stadio Carlo Castellani, with kick-off set for 15:00 on Saturday 22 August.

Empoli faced Monza away when last in Serie B action. It was a 2-2 draw at Stadio Brianteo. Guido Pagliuca's side ended up with just 35% possession and had four shots on target, while Stiven Shpendi scored both of the goals.

On Monday night, Empoli were beaten on penalties (1-1 AET) when visiting Pisa in the Coppa Italia.

Cremonese were beaten 4-1 in their previous Serie A game, being turned over at home to Como at Stadio Giovanni Zini. La Cremo were restricted to just 29% possession and one shot on goal, while Federico Bonazzoli found the net.

Five days ago, Cremonese triumphed 2-0 at home against Sampdoria in the Coppa Italia.

H2H: Teams’ Last Clash Saw 1-0 Cremonese Win

Cremonese had the edge in the most recent encounter between these teams, recording a 1-0 Serie A home win over Empoli at Stadio Giovanni Zini. The past 7 H2H games have featured three triumphs for Empoli, two for Cremonese and two draws.

Serie B		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
12	Empoli	5	2	0	3	4	6	-2	4:6	6
15	Cremonese	5	1	2	2	5	7	-2	5:7	5

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2 wins, 4 losses and 4 draws, averaging 1.3 goals from 4.3 shots on goal and 10.8 attempts. Empoli have had 46.2% possession and 4.5 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.5 goals from 4.6 shots on goal and 11.5 attempts, while the opposition have been awarded 6.3 corners.

Top goalscorer Stiven Shpendi has found the net 5 times, with Matteo Lovato and Edoardo Saporiti scoring 2 each. The top assist makers are Gabriele Guarino, Edoardo Saporiti and Salvatore Elia, all of whom have 2 on the board.

Cremonese have 3 victories, 6 defeats and 1 draw, with an average of 1.0 goals from 8.8 attempts and 3.6 shots on goal. There’s been an average of 49.2% possession, 420.6 passes, 4.0 corners in their favour and 4.0 corners against, while they’ve conceded 1.7 goals from 11.0 attempts and 4.0 shots on goal.

Federico Bonazzoli is top of the team’s scoring charts with 4, while Jamie Vardy and David Okereke both have 2. Jari Vandeputte, Alessio Zerbin and Romano Floriani Mussolini have clocked up 1 assists, with Emil Audero keeping 4 clean sheets in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Empoli confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Jacopo Seghetti (GK), Matteo Egan, Marco Curto, Cristian Cauz, Joseph Ceesay, Luca Magnino, Gerard Yepes, Edoardo Biondini, Edoardo Saporiti, Filippo Distefano, Stiven Shpendi.

Cremonese confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Andrea Fulignati (GK), Alessandro Vogliacco, Matteo Bianchetti, Sebastiano Luperto, Giuseppe Pezzella, Simone Lottici Tessadri, Fabio Gerli, Michele Collocolo, Federico Bonazzoli, Jari Vandeputte, Manuel De Luca.

Main Match Prediction

We’ll split our stake by backing Empoli +0.25 at odds of -172 for this Asian Handicap wager. There’s every chance that we see a strong performance from the home team in this Serie B encounter.

Key stats supporting our main match prediction (league matches):

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Empoli in 6 consecutive games at home.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Empoli in 16 of their last 19 games at home.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Empoli in 8 of their last 10 games at home.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Cremonese in 17 of their last 20 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Cremonese in 8 of their last 10 games on the road.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Empoli in 5 of their last 7 games against Cremonese.

The latest Serie B injury and suspension news can have a big bearing and we use this data as well as the latest form guide. We’re also keen to study the football stats so that we can get the fullest picture of how the action might happen.

The best bookies are estimating that there is a 63.3% likelihood of this pick landing a return. However, we have this number closer to 70% based on our in-depth research. That means we’re regarding it as a value bet.

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Correct Score Prediction

Empoli 2 - 1 Cremonese

An exciting bet could be a 2-1 victory in favor of Empoli at odds of +700. A correct score wager provides a fun alternative and a nice potential return on the cards.

Corners Prediction

Empoli To Have Most Corners -102

On average, Empoli have had 7.60 corners in the past 5 home matches, with Cremonese managing an average of 3.60 corners in the last 10 away games. The Corner Match bet can be won by Empoli and odds of -102 can be taken.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Empoli

Total

10.80 4.50 6.30

Home

10.50 7.10 3.40

Away

9.80 4.10 5.70

Cremonese

Total

8.00 4.00 4.00

Home

8.90 4.00 4.90

Away

9.70 3.60 6.10

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-116

Under 9.5

-123

Empoli Corners

Over 4.5

-109

Under 4.5

-133

Cremonese Corners

Over 4.5

-130

Under 4.5

-111

Most Corners

1

+107

X

+550

2

-116

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Empoli vs Cremonese Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

If you’re looking to wager Empoli to secure victory in the Serie B, then the bookmakers have chalked them up at +195. Cremonese are on offer at betting odds of +150 and the draw is +200.

Cremonese and Empoli can be backed at -143 and -102 respectively on the Draw No Bet market. This is an ideal route for bettors who want to ensure they have money back if the scoreline ends level.

A low-scoring contest will be predicted by several which is reflected in the fact that Under 2.5 Goals has the shortest odds. For those expecting both sides to find the net, Both Teams to Score Yes is available at -130.

There are hundreds of markets from which to select your preferred wager when it comes to Serie B games. The best football betting sites push the boat out to provide lots of choice.

Full-Time Result

1

+195

X

+200

2

+150

Half-Time Result

1

+230

X

-102

2

+195

Double Chance

1X

-217

12

-313

X2

-294

Draw No Bet

1

-102

2

-143

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-152

2 Hcp -0.25

+104

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-159

Over 2.5

+108

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-130

No

-114

Stats: Last 10 League matches only.
Empoli haven’t lost any of their past six games at Stadio Carlo Castellani. Guido Pagliuca's side have recorded six draws, two wins and two losses in the previous 10 home matches, netting an average of 1.20 goals per game and conceding 1.10.

Cremonese have eight losses and two victories in the last 10 away matches, recording an average of 0.50 goals per game and conceding 1.90.

Empoli enjoyed a 2-0 winning scoreline when last meeting Cremonese at Stadio Carlo Castellani. Empoli have landed two victories in the previous 3 H2H games at Stadio Carlo Castellani and there’s also been a draw.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Empoli Home Stats		2-6-2	2.30	1.20	1.10	3	7	7	3
Cremonese Away Stats		2-0-8	2.40	0.50	1.90	5	5	2	8

• W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
• G = Avg. Goals
• GF = Avg. Goals For
• GA = Avg. Goals Against
• O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
• U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
• B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
• B-No = Matches BTTS No

Empoli vs Cremonese Lineups & Team News

Double-check the Empoli vs Cremonese team news before placing your bets. Stay in the know with our predicted and confirmed Serie B lineups and the latest on injuries.

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