Sampdoria – Cremonese

Sampdoria host Cremonese in what promises to be a tightly contested Serie A clash, with the hosts languishing in 18th place on four points after a solitary win, one draw and three defeats, and a modest 5‑9 goal record. Cremonese sit just three spots above them, holding five points from one victory, two stalemates and two losses, while their defensive frailties have seen them concede seven goals. Both sides will be eager to improve their goal differences – Sampdoria needing to tighten a leaky defence and Cremonese hoping to add to their meagre tally of five goals. A positive result could see Cremonese edge closer to the safety zone, whereas a win for Sampdoria would be a vital step toward escaping the relegation mire.