News Focus
- US Cremonese host Como 1907 tonight in a final-day Serie A battle to avoid relegation
- A stomach virus has swept through the camp, forcing Warren Bondo, Martin Payero, Faris Moumbagna and Mikayil Faye to miss the match
- Coach Marco Giampaolo also cannot call upon injured duo Antonio Sanabria and Federico Baschirotto
- The Grigiorossi need victory and hope US Lecce slip up to secure survival
- The clash kicks off at 19:45 BST (20:45 CEST) this evening
US Cremonese enter their final match of the Serie A season facing a crisis. A severe stomach bug has decimated the squad just hours before their crucial relegation showdown with Como 1907.
Manager Marco Giampaolo had prepared his side for a must-win encounter at the Stadio Giovanni Zini. However, illness has now ruled out four first-team players. Midfielders Warren Bondo and Martin Payero, plus forwards Faris Moumbagna and Mikayil Faye, are all unable to feature.
The situation worsens with further absences. Striker Antonio Sanabria and defender Federico Baschirotto join the lengthy injury list, leaving the coach with limited options.
The timing could not be worse. Cremonese sit inside the relegation zone and need three points to stand any chance of survival. Even then, they require US Lecce to fail in their final match, as the Apulian side holds a one-point advantage.
The opposition presents a formidable challenge. Como 1907 remain in contention for a Champions League spot and will fight hard for the result they need. The match begins at 7:45 PM UK time.