Sassuolo vs Genoa Preview Prediction Team News and Lineups

As Serie A resumes, the upcoming match between Sassuolo and Genoa promises to be critical for both clubs. The encounter will take place at the Mapei Stadium on Monday, featuring a significant gap in the standings. Sassuolo currently sits 10th with a ten-point advantage over Genoa, who languish at the bottom of the table.

Sassuolo and Genoa Head-to-Head

• Sassuolo’s position: 10th in Serie A.
• Genoa’s position: 20th (last) in Serie A.
• Points gap: 10 points separating the two teams.

After a rough patch, Sassuolo recently bounced back with a win against Cagliari, defeating them 2-1. This solidifies their mid-table status as they aim for consistent performance in upcoming matches.

Genoa’s Struggles

In stark contrast, Genoa’s situation is dire. They have not registered a victory in the league this season, suffering a recent 2-0 loss to Cremonese that added to their woes. With only three points from nine matches, they are currently tied for the fewest goals scored in Serie A, managing just four goals.

Coaching Changes

Following their lackluster performance, Genoa parted ways with coach Patrick Vieira. Now, interim coach Domenico Criscito faces the challenging task of revitalizing the team’s morale and performance. Genoa has struggled on the road, winning just one of their last 15 away matches.

Team News

Sassuolo will be bolstered by the potential return of star player Domenico Berardi, who missed the last match due to injury. Alongside him, Andrea Pinamonti has emerged as a key player, scoring in two consecutive matches against Genoa previously.

• Injury updates for Sassuolo:
  • Filippo Romagna – out due to injury
  • Daniel Boloca – knee injury
  • Laurs Skjellerup – muscular injury
  • Edoardo Pieragnolo – long-term (ACL)
• Genoa’s key players:
  • Lorenzo Colombo – AC Milan loanee
  • Jeff Ekhator – promising talent
  • Patrizio Masini – leads in tackles and duels

Match Prediction

Given the current form and home advantage, Sassuolo is favored to win this match. The forecasted score is 2-0 in favor of Sassuolo, reflecting the significant disparity in confidence levels between the two teams.

As the match approaches, both clubs hope for a crucial turnaround. Sassuolo aims to consolidate their mid-table position, while Genoa desperately seeks their first win of the season to ignite their campaign.