AS Roma will face Cremonese at the Stadio Olimpico on Sunday, with the Giallorossi looking to maintain their push for a top-four finish in Serie A.
Donyell Malen scored twice for the second consecutive game for Roma, but Napoli’s late surge meant the Derby del Sole ended in a 2-2 draw.
The home team continue to struggle against the league’s top-tier sides, picking up only two points from six encounters with the current top five, a run that could prove costly as the season progresses.
Their league form has also been inconsistent. After a three-match winning streak, they have taken just one victory from the last four matches, leaving Gian Piero Gasperini eager to regain momentum.
Conversely, Cremonese have fared even worse this season. After early December’s consecutive wins, they have taken just four points from 11 matches and scored only three goals. Last weekend’s 0-0 draw with Genoa marked their ninth match without scoring.
The former Serie B playoff winners are now entrenched in a fight to stay in the top flight. A poor set of results could see them drop into the relegation zone.
Even with Davide Nicola at the helm, a coach renowned for keeping struggling teams afloat, Cremonese head to Rome with a record of eight losses and four draws against Gasperini’s team, highlighting the uphill battle that awaits.
Read our Roma vs Cremonese predictions and preview to find out, and remember to check our other Serie A predictions.
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Roma vs Cremonese prediction: Home team to win the game
Key statistics
- Both teams have scored in each of their last four meetings, with all four matches also producing over 2.5 goals.
- Roma have won three of their last five encounters against Cremonese.
- Cremonese have received over 4.5 cards in three of their last five clashes with Roma.
Correct score prediction: Roma 3-1 Cremonese
We believe the home team will secure a convincing victory in this fixture. We predict a 3-1 win for Roma, due to their decent home form and their push to qualify for next season's UEFA Champions League football.
We believe this match will play out in a similar fashion to their last meeting in November 2025, where the Giallorossi secured a 3-1 win away from home. We expect the hosts to control the majority of possession and find the net multiple times to secure all three points.
Pre-match odds and win probability: Roma strong favourites
- Home: 2/5 (1.40) – 71.4%
- Draw: 18/5 (4.60) – 17.9%
- Away: 15/2 (8.50) – 10.6%
*Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.*
The bookmakers tip Roma as the sure favourites to take all three points at home, with odds of 1.40 implying a 71.4% chance of victory.
The draw is priced at 4.60 (18/5), giving a 17.9% probability of a stalemate, suggesting a low but possible outcome. Cremonese are heavy underdogs, valued at 8.50 (15/2), translating to just a 10.6% chance of an away win.
Most recent head-to-head: Giallorossi hold the edge
Looking at the history between these two sides, the recent record has been competitive, but Roma have edged them. In their last five meetings, the Giallorossi have won three times, while the Grigiorossi have claimed two victories.
The most recent clash in November 2025 ended in a 3-1 victory for Roma, which followed a hard-fought 2-1 win in the Coppa Italia in early 2024. The home side have managed to outscore the visitors in recent league fixtures, making them the clear favourites for this encounter.
Italy Serie A 23/11/25
Cremonese
Roma
Coppa Italia 03/01/24
Roma
Cremonese
Italy Serie A 28/02/23
Cremonese
Roma
Coppa Italia 01/02/23
Roma
Cremonese
Italy Serie A 22/08/22
Roma
Cremonese
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Roma preview: Injury concerns affect attacking options
Brazilian wing-back Wesley sprained an ankle against Napoli, while Paulo Dybala remains sidelined with a knee issue. They join Stephan El Shaarawy, Evan Ferguson and Artem Dovbyk in a busy treatment room at Trigoria.
On a positive note, Mario Hermoso and key midfielder Manu Kone are expected to return from minor injuries, though it remains uncertain if they will start.
Predicted lineup: Svilar (GK), Mancini, Ndicka, Ghilardi, Celik, Cristante, Pisilli, Tsimikas, Soule, Pellegrini & Malen
Last five fixtures
- 15.02.26 – Napoli 2–2 Roma (Serie A)
- 09.02.26 – Roma 2–0 Cagliari (Serie A)
- 02.02.26 – Udinese 1–0 Roma (Serie A)
- 29.01.26 – Panathinaikos 1–1 Roma (Europa League)
- 25.01.26 – Roma 1–1 AC Milan (Serie A)
Cremonese preview: Midfield options limited by injuries
Belgian midfielder Jari Vandeputte returned to the bench against Genoa, providing a boost to the squad’s depth. However, coach Nicola will continue to be without Michele Collocolo, Mikayil Faye and Warren Bondo due to injury, limiting his options in midfield.
Predicted lineup: Audero (GK), Terracciano, Baschirotto, Luperto, Barbieri, Thorsby, Payero, Maleh, Pezzella, Bonazzoli & Vardy
Last five fixtures
- 15.02.26 – Cremonese 0–0 Genoa (Serie A)
- 09.02.26 – Atalanta 2–1 Cremonese (Serie A)
- 01.02.26 – Cremonese 0–2 Inter (Serie A)
- 25.01.26 – Sassuolo 1–0 Cremonese (Serie A)
- 19.01.26 – Cremonese 0–0 Verona (Serie A)
Player to watch: Donyell Malen
Donyell Malen is the individual to keep a close eye on as he enters this fixture in scintillating form. The Dutch forward was the star player in Roma's game against Napoli, where he scored two goals despite the draw.
He has managed to find the net five times this season and has become the primary focal point of the attack. His pace and clinical finishing will be the main threat to the Cremonese defence as he looks to lead the Giallorossi to another three points.