Monza vs Sassuolo prediction: team news, lineups, expert analysis
On September 18, 2026, Monza and Sassuolo will face off in the fifth round of Italy's Serie A. Both sides will be looking to pick up points.
Monza vs Sassuolo team news and expert analysis
The club from the Milan suburbs lasted several consecutive seasons at this level after making its debut in the top flight, but was relegated in 2025, finishing bottom after a dreadful campaign. However, Monza returned to the elite division immediately, albeit through the playoffs. In the cup, they have already overcome not only Avellino but also Torino. In Serie A, though, they earned their first point only in the third round, drawing with Parma after defeats to Inter and Udinese. They scored twice against Lecce but still suffered another defeat.
The team from the Mapei - Città del Tricolore stadium was relegated in 2024 but also returned immediately, having additionally won the Serie B title. Sassuolo then collected 49 points at the higher level, finishing 11th. Now under Aquilani, they have progressed past Cesena in the cup and beaten Frosinone on penalties. They opened their league campaign with a defeat to Atalanta, but then beat Torino and shared the points with Bologna, who came back at home to make it 2-2 in the 90th minute. Against Juventus, they did the opposite, snatching victory right at the death.
The newcomer to the league is currently scoring 1.5 goals per game while conceding 2.75. Volpato and company have scored twice into the opposition's net, while conceding 1.75 per match.
Previous matches: Monza vs Sassuolo
Monza won all three of the teams' most recent competitive meetings.
The visitors are considered the favorites, although not overwhelming ones. We are backing them to win with a "0" handicap (odds – 1.64).
Monza vs Sassuolo: key statistics and trends
- Monza have lost three of their last five matches
- 100% of Monza's matches have ended with both teams scoring, and the average total of goals per match is 4.25
- Sassuolo have won three of their last four matches, including their cup victory
- 100% of Sassuolo's matches have ended with both teams scoring, and the average total of goals per match is 3.75
Monza vs Sassuolo: possible starting lineups
Monza play in a 1-3-4-2-1 formation (possible lineup): Thiam - Carboni, Lucchesi, Kouadio - Ricardo Mangas, Akinsanmiro, Michael Folorunsho, Birindelli - Robinson, Forson - Dany Mota
Sassuolo play in a 1-4-3-3 formation (possible lineup): Muric - Doig, Lien, Idzes, Cinquegrano - Lipani, Matic, Adzic - Laurienté, Volpato, Kumi
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