Sassuolo vs Torino

Sassuolo welcome Torino to the MAPEI Stadium on Sunday as both sides look to close out the calendar year on a positive note in Serie A. Sassuolo sit 9th with 21 points, their campaign built on attacking intent and improving consistency at home.

Torino sit 13th on 17 points and are under pressure to arrest a run of results that has dented confidence, particularly away from home.

Home advantage could play a significant role for Sassuolo, who have won three of their last six matches across all competitions and have been entertaining in recent Serie A outings at the MAPEI Stadium.

Each of their last three home league games has produced over 2.5 goals, underscoring their willingness to push forward and take risks in possession.

That attacking approach has brought rewards, but it also leaves them vulnerable at the back, something Torino will hope to exploit.

Despite Sassuolo’s positive home form, this fixture has historically been tricky for the Neroverdi. They have managed just two wins in their last 16 Serie A meetings with Torino, with draws a frequent outcome between the sides.

Three of the last six encounters across all competitions have ended level, reinforcing the sense of balance that often defines this matchup. However, Sassuolo can take confidence from their home record, having avoided defeat in nine of their last ten home clashes with Torino in the league.

A 4—3—3 formation with Andrea Pinamonti, Volpato and Alieu Fadera in attack is expected. Kristian Thorstvedt is suspended for this fixture.

Torino [DLLLW] arrive in Emilia-Romagna with concerns, particularly on their travels. They have recorded just three wins in their last 23 away Serie A matches, a statistic that highlights their ongoing struggles to impose themselves outside Turin.

Defensive issues have also been evident, with Torino conceding an average of 1.71 goals per away game in the league. That record could be problematic against a Sassuolo side that thrives in open, high-tempo matches.

Recent form also leans in the hosts’ favour. While Sassuolo have shown resilience and attacking fluency, Torino have suffered three defeats in their recent run of games, raising questions about their confidence and momentum.

Overall, this matchup sets up as an intriguing contrast in styles. Sassuolo will aim to control possession and stretch the pitch, while Torino are likely to prioritise structure and pragmatism.

A 3—5—2 formation with Che Adams and Duvan Zapata in attack is expected against the Watermelon Peel.