About

1903 founded Unione Sportiva Cremonese is the professional club from Cremona in Lombardy that returns to Serie A following promotion, and Walkouts presents signed football shirts and memorabilia tied to the club’s modern milestones. The club’s origins on 1 January 1903 shape its identity, the traditional grey and red palette is reflected across home and replica shirts, and collectors prize authenticated signatures from recent promotion squads.

Cremonese’s profile is defined by local roots in Cremona and the club’s movement between Italy’s divisions. The most recent rise back to the top flight came in the 2024-25 season via the promotion playoffs, a campaign that has increased demand for both match-issued shirts and fanshop releases. The club’s nickname set, including The Gray and Reds, is a frequent cue for limited edition runs and commemorative retail items.

The long-standing matchday base is the Stadio Giovanni Zini, the ground that hosts home fixtures and many of the shirts collectors seek for provenance linked to home appearances. Home and away shirts worn or signed at the Zini carry extra narrative for collectors, who value a clear link between garment and stadium presence when verifying provenance.

Anniversary releases remain central to Cremonese collecting, most notably the club’s Centenary 2003 projects which celebrated a century since 1903 and produced limited runs and commemorative retail shirts. These centenary pieces are chased because they pair a clear milestone with specific release dates and often limited production, which aids verification and display narratives for framed shirts.

Season and match magnets include pieces from the successful 2024-25 promotion campaign and related playoff fixtures, which are sought after because they represent a recent climb to the top tier and often coincide with player signings and commemorative printing on retail shirts. Shirts associated with decisive playoff matches attract attention from supporters who follow the club’s ascent through Serie B to Serie A.

An iconic away colourway for Cremonese collectors is the away white with red trim, a palette that contrasts with the grey and red home identity and appears in many photo archives and away match shots. Collectors also explicitly seek signed retail shirts from official fanshops, not only match-worn items; early runs, player-issue variants and region-specific releases issued through the official store are commonly documented, and properly preserved fanshop shirts provide accessible display options. Free worldwide shipping is occasionally offered on authenticated pieces.

When assessing provenance, items tied to the Centenary 2003 programme and the 2024-25 promotion playoffs are regularly highlighted by sellers and auction listings, and Walkouts closes our page by noting that many signed shirts come with COA for verification, making such releases and playoff-worn or signed retail shirts easier to authenticate. For collectors tracking Cremonese history, the Centenary 2003 items and the 2024-25 playoff matches remain two concrete reference points for sought-after shirts associated with the club’s modern milestones.

Honours

U.S. Cremonese have a story defined by perseverance in Italy’s league pyramid, with progress measured by hard‑earned promotions rather than a crowded trophy cabinet. The club’s headline modern achievement is a return to the top tier, sealed through the promotion route via the Serie B play-offs that delivered a place in Serie A for 2024-25. That run underscored a competitive edge and a capacity to produce decisive performances when it matters most. While major domestic titles are not listed in the available record here, Cremonese have repeatedly demonstrated resilience, organisation and strong local identity to climb the divisions and re‑establish themselves among Italy’s elite. The emphasis now is on consolidating at the highest level and building momentum in league campaigns, using the club’s platform in Cremona to develop squads capable of sustained top‑flight football. For supporters, the recent ascent stands as a milestone that frames future ambitions and provides a credible springboard for further progress.

Legends & Leadership

Gianluca Vialli is remembered as a legend player of the early 1980s, emerging at Cremonese before rising to wider prominence; his formative years in Cremona embodied the club’s ability to nurture talent and energise the team with goals and personality.

Antonio Cabrini, Giuseppe Favalli shaped eras of the 1970s and late 1980s respectively as legend players, reflecting the pathway from Cremona to the national stage and giving the side authority across the pitch; Michelangelo Rampulla added reliability in the 1980s and became a legend player for his consistency and leadership from the back.

Enrico Chiesa is celebrated as a legend player of the early 1990s, adding cutting edge in attack and underlining how Cremonese could blend experience with youthful hunger during a period of ambition and upward movement.

Emiliano Mondonico is revered as a legendary manager of the late 1980s, moulding competitive, unified sides and leaving a durable blueprint that supporters still associate with the club’s identity and resilience.

Stadium

Stadio Giovanni Zini anchors Cremonese’s matchday experience in the city of Cremona, providing an intimate setting where the club’s grey-and-red identity is on full display. As home ground for league fixtures, the stadium is the focal point for local support, with families and long-time followers gathering early to create a warm yet demanding atmosphere. The return to top-flight football in 2024-25 has intensified the noise levels and anticipation, with visiting teams encountering a venue that rewards high energy and organised play. Known to supporters by its full name, the ground serves as a touchstone for the city’s football culture, with choruses rolling from the stands and momentum often turning on surges of pressure from passionate tifosi who help make home advantage a tangible factor.

Also known as
Stadio Giovanni Zini

FAQ

Q: What is U.S. Cremonese and where are they based? A: U.S. Cremonese, officially Unione Sportiva Cremonese, are an Italian professional football club from Cremona, Lombardy.

Q: Which league are Cremonese competing in this season? A: They are in Serie A for 2024-25 after earning promotion via the Serie B play-offs.

Q: Where do Cremonese play their home matches? A: Home fixtures are held at Stadio Giovanni Zini in Cremona.

Q: How can I verify the authenticity of signed Cremonese memorabilia? A: Look for a COA or other verifiable proof such as witnessed signing evidence from reputable providers.

Q: Do you ship internationally? A: Yes. Free worldwide shipping.