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Sassuolo

Sassuolo

Serie A

Season Statistics

37 MATCHES
PLAYED
Win (38%) Draw (19%) Loss (43%)
37 Played
14 Won
7 Drawn
16 Lost
46 Goals For
49 Goals Against

Team Overview

Sassuolo have established themselves as one of Serie A's most intriguing mid-table clubs, known for their commitment to developing young talent and playing attractive, possession-based football. Under Fabio Grosso's guidance, the Neroverdi continue to embody the progressive approach that has become synonymous with the club since their rise through Italy's football pyramid. Based in the small Emilian town, Sassuolo have consistently punched above their weight in Serie A, typically finishing in respectable mid-table positions while nurturing prospects who often attract attention from Europe's biggest clubs.

This season's campaign reflects the club's competitive nature in Italy's top flight, with their record of 14 wins, 7 draws, and 16 losses from 37 matches positioning them as a solid Serie A side. Their goal tally of 46 scored against 49 conceded demonstrates a relatively balanced approach, though the negative goal difference of -3 suggests margins have been tight throughout the season. The statistics reveal interesting tactical patterns, with 8 clean sheets highlighting defensive solidity at times, while failing to score in 11 matches indicates occasional struggles in the final third.

Sassuolo's home advantage at the Mapei Stadium has been pronounced this campaign, collecting 9 wins from 19 home fixtures compared to just 5 victories in 18 away matches. This disparity underlines how crucial their home form has been to their overall points tally. The club's philosophy of blending youth development with competitive Serie A football continues to define their identity, making them perennial candidates for mid-table finishes while serving as an important stepping stone for emerging Italian talent seeking top-flight experience.

Squad (31 players)

Goalkeepers (4)

A. Murić
#49 A. Murić
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
#31 T. Macchioni
T. Muharemović
#80 T. Muharemović
Pedro Felipe
#66 Pedro Felipe
F. Romagna
#19 F. Romagna
S. Walukiewicz
#6 S. Walukiewicz

Midfielders (10)

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
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

Attackers (6)

A. Laurienté
#45 A. Laurienté
D. Berardi
#10 D. Berardi
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 7.0 37 7 9 2548 27 787
99
A. Pinamonti
A. Pinamonti
FW 6.5 35 9 3 2486 9 453
6
S. Walukiewicz
S. Walukiewicz
DF 6.7 34 0 1 2855 50 1238
90
I. Koné
I. Koné
MF 7.0 34 6 0 2691 30 1108
21
J. Idzes
J. Idzes
DF 6.7 34 0 0 3009 28 1401
18
N. Matić
N. Matić
MF 7.0 33 1 1 2644 43 1699
80
T. Muharemović
T. Muharemović
DF 6.9 32 2 2 2835 44 1649
49
A. Murić
A. Murić
GK 7.2 32 0 0 2880 0 927
42
K. Thorstvedt
K. Thorstvedt
MF 6.9 31 4 4 2368 43 1030
3
J. Doig
J. Doig
DF 6.6 30 0 0 1926 33 732
20
A. Fadera
A. Fadera
FW 6.7 28 2 1 980 36 257
10
D. Berardi
D. Berardi
FW 7.0 25 8 4 1880 26 622
7
C. Volpato
C. Volpato
MF 6.8 23 2 4 1076 16 400
35
L. Lipani
L. Lipani
MF 6.6 23 0 1 945 26 435
25
W. Coulibaly
W. Coulibaly
DF 6.6 19 0 0 958 22 400
40
A. Vranckx
A. Vranckx
MF 6.5 16 0 0 692 16 245
44
E. Iannoni
E. Iannoni
MF 6.5 15 1 0 269 6 111
24
L. Moro
L. Moro
FW 6.4 14 0 0 231 5 44
8
M'Bala Nzola
M'Bala Nzola
FW 6.6 13 1 1 443 4 103
5
Fali Candé
Fali Candé
DF 6.5 12 0 0 512 9 191
23
U. Garcia
U. Garcia
DF 6.9 12 1 2 853 16 406
50
D. Bakola
D. Bakola
MF 6.8 6 0 1 144 8 62
13
S. Turati
S. Turati
GK 7.0 5 0 0 450 0 129
19
F. Romagna
F. Romagna
DF 6.8 5 0 0 315 1 183
11
D. Boloca
D. Boloca
MF 6.5 2 0 0 135 2 56
66
Pedro Felipe
Pedro Felipe
DF 6.9 2 0 1 91 2 79
33
C. Frangella
C. Frangella
MF 6.5 1 0 0 9 0 7

Recent Transfers

2024/25 & 2025/26

Arrivals (59)

U. Garcia
From Marseille
Loan Feb 2026
D. Bakola
From Marseille
Transfer Feb 2026
B. Knezovic
From Salernitana
Return from loan 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

7 Out 0 Doubtful
S. Walukiewicz
S. Walukiewicz Leg Injury
Out
E. Pieragnolo
E. Pieragnolo Knee Injury
Out
D. Boloca
D. Boloca Muscle Injury
Out
F. Romagna
F. Romagna Inactive
Out
A. Vranckx
A. Vranckx Inactive
Out
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Impact Analysis

Sassuolo face a significant injury crisis with seven players currently unavailable, creating considerable depth concerns across multiple areas of the pitch. The defensive unit appears particularly compromised with S. Walukiewicz sidelined due to a leg injury, F. Romagna listed as inactive, and F. Cande dealing with a knee problem. Adding to the defensive concerns, J. Idzes is out with a foot injury, leaving the backline considerably weakened. The midfield department is also affected by D. Boloca's muscle injury and A. Vranckx being inactive, while E. Pieragnolo's knee injury further reduces options in the squad.

This extensive injury list forces tactical adjustments and places greater responsibility on the available players to step up in crucial positions. The variety of injury types, ranging from muscle and leg problems to knee and foot issues, suggests these absences could be prolonged, making squad rotation particularly challenging. With seven regular squad members unavailable, the coaching staff will need to rely heavily on fringe players and potentially promote youth academy prospects to maintain competitive squad numbers. The simultaneous loss of defensive and midfield options creates a double burden, as these areas often require the most tactical cohesion and understanding between players to function effectively.

Recent Form

LLWDW
L Lecce 2-3 (H)
L Torino 2-1 (A)
W AC Milan 2-0 (H)
D Fiorentina 0-0 (A)
W Como 2-1 (H)

Form Analysis

Sassuolo's recent form presents a picture of inconsistency, with their two wins, one draw, and two losses highlighting the unpredictable nature of their performances. The Neroverdi have shown they can compete with quality opposition, most notably securing an impressive 2-0 home victory against AC Milan, while also managing to edge past Como 2-1 at home. However, their defensive vulnerabilities have been exposed in defeats to both Lecce and Torino, conceding three and one goals respectively in matches they failed to win.

From an attacking perspective, Sassuolo have been reasonably productive with seven goals across their five matches, averaging 1.4 goals per game. Their ability to find the net has been consistent, failing to score in only one fixture - the goalless draw away to Fiorentina. Defensively, the statistics reveal some concern, as they have conceded six goals during this period, keeping just one clean sheet. A clear home advantage emerges from the data, with both victories coming at their own ground, while their away form shows one draw and one defeat. The quality of opposition faced has varied considerably, from top-tier challenges like AC Milan to more modest tests, suggesting Sassuolo's form fluctuates significantly depending on the context and venue of each encounter.

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