Vardy's Double Delivers Cremonese a 3-1 Triumph Over Bologna in Serie A
1 December 2025
Vardy’s brace seals Cremonese win
The veteran English forward Jamie Vardy stole the spotlight at Renato Dall'Ara Stadium, delivering a brace that marked his first in Serie A as Cremonese beat Bologna 3-1 on Monday to close the thirteenth round.
Vardy struck twice, at 35 and 50 minutes, finishing a pass from Federico Bonazzoli after Cremonese had opened the scoring through Martin Payero at 31.
Riccardo Orsolini pulled Bologna level from a late first-half penalty at 45+3, but Vardy returned Cremonese ahead four minutes after the break, guiding a Barbieri pass between the keeper's legs.
Context, goals, and the road ahead
Cremonese then faced a Bologna push, but the visitors' urgency faded as Vardy added a second on the hour, capping a counter with composure.
Vardy joined Cremonese in September on a one-year contract with an option to extend for another season if they stay in the top flight.
The Englishman spoke about chasing a new football culture he admires at Cremonese, a project backed by billionaire Giovanni Arvedi.
With 17 points after 13 rounds, Cremonese sit well behind Milan and Napoli, who share the lead on 28 points.
This result also signals a fresh chapter for Vardy as he embraces life in Italian football with Arvedi's backing.
Bologna pressed after the opening goal but couldn't find an equalizer, while Cremonese's defense held firm and Vardy's movement frustrated the hosts.
With this win Cremonese collect three valuable points as they chase survival.
