Bologna took an early lead against Cremonese, with Joao Mario scoring in the 2nd minute.
Early Goal for Bologna
Joao Mario scored with a diagonal volley from a cross by Miranda from the left. The early goal put Bologna ahead 0-1.
Cremonese Line-Up
Giampaolo confirmed ten-elevenths of the starting formation from the previous match at Parma’s Tardini stadium. Djuric started in the centre of the attack, following injuries to Vardy and Sanabria. Baschirotto started on the bench, with Bianchetti as captain in his place. Zerbin won the contest with Barbieri on the right.
The Cremonese line-up was: Audero; Terracciano, Bianchetti, Luperto, Pezzella; Grassi, Maleh; Zerbin, Bonazzoli, Vandeputte; Djuric.
Bologna Starting Eleven
Bologna’s starting eleven was: Ravaglia; Joao Mario, Vitik, Lucumì, Miranda; Freuler, Moro; Bernardeschi, Sohm, Rowe; Castro.
Cremonese Missed Chance
Bernardeschi had a shot from an angled position in the 14th minute, but the ball did not hit the target.
Cremonese’s coach is Italiano.