Monza vs Sassuolo Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & Odds

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This Monza vs Sassuolo prediction sizes up a Serie A matchup between two clubs headed in opposite directions, with the visitors arriving full of belief and the hosts still hunting a first win.

Monza have yet to win a league game this season, dropping three of their opening four matchups and sitting near the bottom of the standings entering this game.

Sassuolo look sharp after a statement 3-2 win over Juventus on September 13, 2026, a result that lifted them to seven points from their first four games of the campaign.

Monza are undefeated in their last 5 games against Sassuolo in all competitions, a stubborn head-to-head trend that gives the hosts something to lean on despite their slump.

Monza vs Sassuolo Recent Results

Monza are mired in a deep slump, having lost 11 of their last 13 games in Serie A. The defense has been leaky, conceding at least two goals in five of their last six league games. There have been 5+ goals scored in three of Monza's last four Serie A games, so their outings rarely stay scoreless. Gustavo Varela offers a spark up top, scoring in two of his last three appearances.

Sassuolo are humming after beating Juventus, having scored at least two goals in each of their last three Serie A games. There have been over 2.5 goals scored in six of Sassuolo's last seven league games, underlining an attacking edge. Domenico Berardi and Armand Laurienté drive the front line, with Vasilije Adzic red hot after scoring or assisting in three of his last three appearances.

Monza vs Sassuolo Lineups & Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

Monza: M. Pessina (Injured/out), P. Ciurria (Injured/out), J. Ziolkowski (Injured/out), R. Mangas (Injured/doubtful)

Sassuolo: C. Volpato (Injured/out), I. Koné (Injured/out), F. Candé (Injured/out), E. Pieragnolo (Injured/out), J. Idzes (Injured/out), S. Walukiewicz (Injured/out), D. Boloca (Injured/out)

Monza

Monza line up in a 3-4-2-1, with Demba Thiam favored over Törnqvist in goal. The back three of Kouadio, Lucchesi and Carboni holds firm. With Mangas out injured, Bakoune steps in, and Folorunsho pairs with Akinsanmiro in midfield. Varela leads the line as the sole striker, supported by Colpani and Robinson.

Sassuolo

Sassuolo make very few changes after their big win. The injured Idzes is out in defense and Caleta-Car comes in alongside Leysen. In midfield, match-winner Adzic pushes for a starting spot. Up front, everything stays the same, with the attacking trio of Laurienté, Seba Esposito and Berardi.

Monza vs Sassuolo Predicted Lineup

Monza

Formation: 3-4-2-1

Predicted Starting Lineup: D. Thiam; E. Kouadio, L. Lucchesi, A. Carboni; A. Bakoune, M. Folorunsho, E. Akinsanmiro, S. Birindelli; A. Colpani, J. Robinson; G. Varela

Sassuolo

Formation: 4-3-3

Predicted Starting Lineup: A. Muric; J. Doig, F. Leysen, D. Caleta-Car, S. Cinquegrano; K. Thorstvedt, N. Matic, V. Adzic; A. Laurienté, S. Esposito, D. Berardi

Monza vs Sassuolo Key Stats & Game Facts

• There have been 26+ shots taken in 4 of the last 4 meetings between Monza vs Sassuolo (Serie A).
• There have been 11+ shots on target in 4 of Sassuolo's last 4 games (Serie A).
• Domenico Berardi has attempted 4+ shots in 3 of his last 3 games vs Monza (Serie A).
• Vasilije Adzic has scored in 2 of his last 3 appearances (Serie A).
• Andrea Pinamonti has attempted 2+ shots in 4 of their last 5 games vs Monza (Serie A).

Monza vs Sassuolo Prediction & Best Picks

Our Prediction

These two are heading into the game in completely opposite form. Monza have yet to win a league game this season, while Sassuolo arrive off a prestigious win over Juventus with seven points already banked. That makes the visitors the clear favorites, and our prediction is a 3-1 Sassuolo win.

Best Picks

Back Over 2.5 in the Total Goals Over/Under market. Six of Sassuolo's last seven league games have gone Over 2.5, and Monza have shipped at least two goals in five of their last six. With both sides prone to goals-heavy outings, the goal line looks like a strong play here.

Back Domenico Berardi Over 2.5 in the Player Shots market. Operating on the right of Sassuolo's front three, Berardi is the side's primary attacking outlet in the Player Shots market. He has attempted 4+ shots in three of his last three games against Monza, making him the standout pick for shot volume in this matchup.

Monza vs Sassuolo Same Game Parlay

Our Monza vs Sassuolo Same Game Parlay picks stack four legs: Domenico Berardi over 3.5 shots, Sassuolo over 1.5 team goals, Gustavo Varela to score anytime, and both teams to score.

Berardi anchors the ticket, having attempted 4+ shots in three of his last three games against Monza, a matchup he clearly relishes with the ball at his feet.

Sassuolo over 1.5 goals fits their surge, with the visitors scoring 2+ goals in each of their last three Serie A games heading into this one.

Varela is Monza's likeliest source of a goal, having found the net in two of his last three appearances despite the team's broader struggles up top.

Both teams to score rounds it off, with 5+ goals scored in three of Monza's last four league games pointing to another end-to-end affair.

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Monza vs Sassuolo Talking Points

The Monza vs Sassuolo betting odds tell the story of a confidence gap. Sassuolo roll in off a stunning 3-2 win over Juventus, sealed by Vasilije Adzic's stoppage-time winner on September 13, 2026, and Alberto Aquilani has his side clicking early in his return to the club. Monza, meanwhile, are still winless and searching for answers, with Ivan Juric admitting his players need sharper concentration in the key moments to finally get over the line. The one thing keeping the hosts hopeful is history: they remain undefeated in their last five games against Sassuolo across all competitions, a quirk that could make this messier than the standings suggest.

Monza vs Sassuolo Predictions FAQs

When is the Monza vs Sassuolo Italian Serie A game?

The game takes place on Friday, September 18, 2026, kicking off at 2:45 PM ET / 11:45 AM PT.

Where is Monza vs Sassuolo being played?

The game is being played at U-Power Stadium in Monza.

Where can I watch Monza vs Sassuolo?

The game is scheduled to be broadcast on Sky Calcio, Sky Super Calcio, and BeIn Sports (Australia).

What are the probable lineups for Monza vs Sassuolo?

Monza are projected to start D. Thiam, E. Kouadio, L. Lucchesi, A. Carboni, A. Bakoune, M. Folorunsho, E. Akinsanmiro, S. Birindelli, A. Colpani, J. Robinson, and G. Varela. Sassuolo are expected to start A. Muric, J. Doig, F. Leysen, D. Caleta-Car, S. Cinquegrano, K. Thorstvedt, N. Matic, V. Adzic, A. Laurienté, S. Esposito, and D. Berardi.

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