English striker Jamie Vardy scored his first Serie A goal and later recorded his first brace for Cremonese [1, 2].
These milestones mark the adaptation of the veteran forward to Italian football and provide a significant offensive boost to his club. Vardy's ability to find the net in a new league demonstrates his continued viability as a goalscorer in one of Europe's most tactical environments.
Vardy netted his first goal in a match against Atalanta, which ended in a 1-1 draw [3]. The strike occurred during the eighth matchday of the season on a Saturday [4]. Following the goal, Vardy said he was "over the moon" and joked that his children would "take the mickey" [5]. He also said the goal increased his desire to learn the Italian language [6].
His scoring momentum continued Dec. 1, 2025, when he scored two goals in a match against Bologna [7]. Cremonese secured a 3-1 victory in that contest [8]. The result was particularly significant because it ended a 12-match unbeaten run for Bologna [9].
The victory over Bologna represented a surprise win for Cremonese. Vardy's contribution was central to the team's ability to halt Bologna's streak. The goals have been featured in an official Serie A video compilation highlighting the striker's impact since joining the club.
“"I'm over the moon with my first Serie A goal"”
Vardy's transition to Serie A suggests that his poaching instincts translate across different leagues despite the age and stylistic gap between the English Premier League and Italian football. By ending Bologna's 12-match unbeaten streak, Vardy has positioned himself as a primary offensive catalyst for Cremonese, potentially altering the team's trajectory in the league standings.
