Serie A 2025-2026: Sassuolo vs Fiorentina Prediction

Sassuolo

Home Team
54%
VS

Fiorentina

Away Team
22%
Draw: 23%
Over 2.5: 48%
Under 2.5: 52%
Goal: 55%
No Goal: 45%

Current Standings

Pos Team Pl W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Milan 13 8 4 1 19 9 10 28
2 Napoli 13 9 1 3 20 11 9 28
3 Inter 13 9 0 4 28 13 15 27
4 Roma 13 9 0 4 15 7 8 27
5 Como 13 6 6 1 19 7 12 24
6 Bologna 13 7 3 3 22 11 11 24
7 Juventus 13 6 5 2 17 12 5 23
8 Lazio 13 5 3 5 15 10 5 18
9 Udinese 13 5 3 5 14 20 -6 18
10 Sassuolo 13 5 2 6 16 16 0 17
11 Cremonese 13 4 5 4 16 17 -1 17
12 Atalanta 13 3 7 3 16 14 2 16
13 Torino 13 3 5 5 12 23 -11 14
14 Lecce 13 3 4 6 10 17 -7 13
15 Cagliari 13 2 5 6 13 19 -6 11
16 Genoa 13 2 5 6 13 20 -7 11
17 Parma 13 2 5 6 9 17 -8 11
18 Pisa 13 1 7 5 10 18 -8 10
19 Fiorentina 13 0 6 7 10 21 -11 6
20 Verona 13 0 6 7 8 20 -12 6

Advanced Metrics (Last 5 games)

Sassuolo

Average Expected Goals (xG): 1.60
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 1.51
# Clean Sheets: 1

Fiorentina

Average Expected Goals (xG): 1.18
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 1.87
# Clean Sheets: 0

Key Prediction Insights

The upcoming clash between Sassuolo and Fiorentina sees Sassuolo as the predicted winner with a 54.0% probability of securing victory at home. The likelihood of Fiorentina clinching an away win stands at 22.0%, with a 23.0% chance of the match ending in a draw. The game is expected to feature less than 2.5 goals, given a 48.0% probability. In terms of standing, Sassuolo occupies the 10th position in Serie A, while Fiorentina struggles at 19th.

Match Analysis

In recent encounters, Sassuolo demonstrated a mixed bag of results. They secured a commanding 3-0 victory against Atalanta, followed by a 2-2 draw with Pisa at home, and a 2-0 loss away to Como. These performances illustrate their ability to score, yet also show vulnerability in defense. Advanced metrics indicate Sassuolo averages 1.4 goals per game while conceding 1.2, with their expected goals slightly higher, suggesting potential for more efficient finishing. On the other hand, Fiorentina's recent form has been less encouraging, with no wins in their last three matches. They suffered a 2-0 defeat to Atalanta, managed a 1-1 draw against Juventus, and settled for a 2-2 draw with Genoa. Fiorentina's struggles are further highlighted by their low average of 0.6 goals per game and a concerning 1.8 goals conceded. The team also lacks clean sheets, emphasizing their defensive frailties.

Final Prediction

Sassuolo's edge in this matchup primarily stems from their stronger recent performances and better goal-scoring record. Fiorentina's defensive weaknesses and inability to find the net consistently could tilt the balance in Sassuolo's favor. A key factor to watch will be Sassuolo's ability to capitalize on Fiorentina's defensive lapses, potentially deciding the outcome of this contest.