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Sassuolo

Sassuolo

Serie A

Season Statistics

31 MATCHES
PLAYED
Win (39%) Draw (19%) Loss (42%)
31 Played
12 Won
6 Drawn
13 Lost
38 Goals For
41 Goals Against

Team Overview

Sassuolo has established itself as one of Serie A's most intriguing success stories, transforming from a small provincial club into a fixture in Italy's top flight since their historic promotion in 2013. The Neroverdi are renowned for their commitment to attractive, possession-based football and their exceptional ability to develop young talent. Based in Reggio Emilia, they have consistently punched above their weight by emphasizing technical ability and tactical sophistication over financial muscle, becoming a model for sustainable football development in modern Serie A.

Under Fabio Grosso's guidance, Sassuolo continues to embody their traditional philosophy of playing expansive, attacking football. Their current campaign reflects the club's typical mid-table ambitions, with 12 wins, 6 draws, and 13 losses from 31 matches placing them in a respectable position. The statistics reveal a team that remains true to their attacking principles, though their defensive record of 41 goals conceded suggests ongoing vulnerability at the back. With 38 goals scored, they maintain their reputation as an entertaining side that prioritizes offensive play, though their modest goal difference of -3 indicates the fine margins they operate within.

The club's home and away splits show reasonable balance, with seven home victories from 16 matches demonstrating their ability to make the Mapei Stadium a competitive venue. Sassuolo's recent form has shown characteristic inconsistency, typical of a team that can trouble elite opponents on their day but sometimes struggles for consistency across a full campaign. Their approach remains focused on technical excellence and youth development, making them perennial contributors to Serie A's tactical evolution while maintaining their status as one of the league's most watchable teams.

Squad (32 players)

Goalkeepers (5)

A. Murić
#49 A. Murić
L. Nyarko
#80 L. Nyarko
G. Satalino
#12 G. Satalino
S. Turati
#13 S. Turati
G. Zacchi
#16 G. Zacchi

Defenders (11)

L. Barani
#76 L. Barani
Fali Candé
#5 Fali Candé
W. Coulibaly
#25 W. Coulibaly
J. Doig
#3 J. Doig
U. Garcia
#23 U. Garcia
J. Idzes
#21 J. Idzes
T. Macchioni
#4 T. Macchioni
T. Muharemović
#80 T. Muharemović
Pedro Felipe
#66 Pedro Felipe
F. Romagna
#19 F. Romagna
S. Walukiewicz
#6 S. Walukiewicz

Midfielders (12)

D. Bakola
#50 D. Bakola
D. Boloca
#11 D. Boloca
C. Frangella
#33 C. Frangella
E. Iannoni
#44 E. Iannoni
I. Koné
#90 I. Koné
A. Laurienté
#45 A. Laurienté
L. Lipani
#35 L. Lipani
N. Matić
#18 N. Matić
K. Thorstvedt
#42 K. Thorstvedt
C. Volpato
#7 C. Volpato
A. Vranckx
#40 A. Vranckx
D. Berardi
#10 D. Berardi

Attackers (4)

A. Fadera
#20 A. Fadera
L. Moro
#24 L. Moro
M'Bala Nzola
#8 M'Bala Nzola
A. Pinamonti
#99 A. Pinamonti

Player Statistics

2025/26 Season
# Player Pos Rating Apps Goals Assists Mins Tackles Passes
45
A. Laurienté
A. Laurienté
FW 6.9 31 5 7 2018 19 569
49
A. Murić
A. Murić
GK 7.2 30 0 0 2700 0 875
21
J. Idzes
J. Idzes
DF 6.7 30 0 0 2699 26 1277
99
A. Pinamonti
A. Pinamonti
FW 6.5 29 8 3 2204 8 395
6
S. Walukiewicz
S. Walukiewicz
DF 6.7 29 0 1 2428 41 1055
3
J. Doig
J. Doig
DF 6.6 28 0 0 1770 32 662
90
I. Koné
I. Koné
MF 7.0 28 5 0 2251 24 856
18
N. Matić
N. Matić
MF 7.0 27 1 1 2221 39 1419
80
T. Muharemović
T. Muharemović
DF 6.9 26 2 2 2295 40 1288
20
A. Fadera
A. Fadera
FW 6.7 25 2 1 928 30 245
42
K. Thorstvedt
K. Thorstvedt
MF 6.9 25 3 3 1828 31 771
10
D. Berardi
D. Berardi
FW 7.1 21 7 4 1675 26 552
7
C. Volpato
C. Volpato
MF 6.7 17 1 4 812 9 281
35
L. Lipani
L. Lipani
MF 6.5 17 0 0 762 23 347
40
A. Vranckx
A. Vranckx
MF 6.5 15 0 0 690 15 242
25
W. Coulibaly
W. Coulibaly
DF 6.6 14 0 0 615 9 234
44
E. Iannoni
E. Iannoni
MF 6.6 14 1 0 260 6 104
24
L. Moro
L. Moro
FW 6.4 12 0 0 226 5 43
5
Fali Candé
Fali Candé
DF 6.5 12 0 0 512 9 191
8
M'Bala Nzola
M'Bala Nzola
FW 6.5 8 0 0 190 3 51
23
U. Garcia
U. Garcia
DF 7.0 8 1 1 568 12 216
19
F. Romagna
F. Romagna
DF 6.8 5 0 0 315 1 183
50
D. Bakola
D. Bakola
MF 6.8 4 0 1 115 5 38
11
D. Boloca
D. Boloca
MF 6.5 2 0 0 135 2 56
13
S. Turati
S. Turati
GK 6.2 1 0 0 90 0 22
66
Pedro Felipe
Pedro Felipe
DF - 1 0 0 1 0 1

Recent Transfers

2024/25 & 2025/26

Arrivals (59)

U. Garcia
From Marseille
Loan Feb 2026
B. Knezovic
From Salernitana
Return from loan Jan 2026
D. Bakola
From Marseille
Transfer Jan 2026
M'Bala Nzola
From Fiorentina
Loan Jan 2026
T. Macchioni
From Sassuolo
- Dec 2025
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Departures (72)

C. Odenthal
To Bari
Loan Feb 2026
L. Skjellerup
To Spezia
Loan Feb 2026
N. Pierini
To Sampdoria
Loan Feb 2026
Y. Paz
To Reggiana
Loan Jan 2026
I. Koné
To Marseille
Return from loan Jan 2026
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Injuries & Availability

3 Out 0 Doubtful
E. Pieragnolo
E. Pieragnolo Knee Injury
Out
D. Boloca
D. Boloca Muscle Injury
Out
F. Cande
F. Cande Knee Injury
Out

Impact Analysis

Sassuolo face a moderate injury crisis with three key players currently sidelined, creating notable gaps across multiple areas of their squad. The absence of Edoardo Pieragnolo represents a significant blow to their midfield dynamics, as the young talent had been establishing himself as an important creative outlet in the center of the park. His knee injury removes a player capable of linking play between defense and attack, forcing tactical adjustments in Sassuolo's buildup phases.

The simultaneous loss of Domagoj Boloca compounds the midfield concerns, with the Croatian's muscle injury depriving the team of his physical presence and ball-winning abilities in the middle third. Meanwhile, Facundo Cande's knee injury affects the defensive structure, removing depth from the backline rotation. With three players unavailable across defensive and midfield positions, Sassuolo's squad depth will be tested significantly. The concentration of injuries in central areas of the pitch is particularly concerning, as these positions require specific tactical understanding and chemistry. The coaching staff will need to rely heavily on fringe players and potentially adjust formations to accommodate the reduced options, which could impact the team's overall tactical fluidity and competitive edge in upcoming fixtures.

Recent Form

WDLLW
W Cagliari 2-1 (H)
D Juventus 1-1 (A)
L Bologna 0-1 (H)
L Lazio 2-1 (A)
W Atalanta 2-1 (H)

Form Analysis

Sassuolo's recent five-match sequence reveals a team displaying both resilience and vulnerability in equal measure. With two wins, one draw, and two defeats, the Neroverdi have shown they can compete with quality opposition but lack the consistency needed for sustained success. Their attacking output of six goals demonstrates reasonable threat going forward, though this has been somewhat overshadowed by defensive frailties that have seen them concede an equal number at the back.

The quality of opposition faced tells an interesting story about Sassuolo's current level. Drawing away at Juventus represents an excellent result that highlights their ability to rise to occasions against elite competition, while home victories over Cagliari and Atalanta showcase their capacity to perform when expectations are high. However, defeats to Bologna at home and Lazio away indicate struggles against mid-table rivals where maximum points should be targeted. A clear pattern emerges regarding their home form, where they have secured seven of their nine points from three matches, suggesting the Mapei Stadium remains a crucial fortress. The perfectly balanced goal difference reflects a team in transition, capable of moments of quality but yet to establish the defensive foundation necessary for climbing the Serie A table.

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