There was a lot of excitement surrounding Pisa’s return to Serie A this season after a three-decade-long absence; however, they’ve yet to make any serious impact and are still in search of a first top-flight victory.

Cremonese have shown a real grit to them and have ground out several impressive results, including against some of the league’s best. That said, they’re not without their weaknesses, and at times have looked vulnerable defensively.

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📈 Pisa v Cremonese Form & Stats

Pisa and Cremonese have made opposite starts to life in Serie A, having been promoted alongside one another ahead of this season.

The hosts are one of only three teams that remain without a win after 10 matches played, and are in desperate need of three points. They’ve netted only 7 league goals, which represents a significant underperformance of 2.7xG.

They do seem to have picked things up a bit in recent times, managing four consecutive draws, including two against both Milan and Lazio. This should serve as something to build on, ahead of an opportunity to achieve that elusive first victory.

Cremonese hit the ground running in Italy’s top flight with an opening-day win against Milan, and haven’t looked back since. They’ve managed 3 wins, 5 draws, and have only twice tasted defeat, against Inter and Juventus.

Despite their success, it would be wise to question the sustainability of their project, with the underlying metrics indicating that 19th would be a more accurate representation of their performances this season, 10 places lower than where they sit now.

No side in Serie A has conceded more than the 18.85xGa they’ve allowed, but a remarkable overperformance of 6.85 goals has been their saving grace.

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