Roma vs Sassuolo Prediction 10 January 2026
📢 What can we expect from the clash between Roma and Sassuolo in the 20th round of Serie A? The Romans have been struggling with consistency lately, alternating between impressive victories and disappointing setbacks. Meanwhile, Sassuolo have not given their fans much to cheer about recently, despite showing decent quality on the pitch. The match at the Stadio Olimpico promises to be an intriguing encounter.
Head-to-Head
📊 In the head-to-head encounters between Roma and Sassuolo over recent years, the advantage remains with the Romans: out of 23 matches, the "Giallorossi" have claimed 12 victories, with 9 games ending in draws, while the "Neroverdi" have managed just two wins. In the first-round fixture, Roma faced a tough challenge but ultimately secured three points on the road, winning 1-0 thanks to a precise strike from Paulo Dybala.
Head-to-head statistics Roma - Sassuolo
Roma Team Overview
🔴 Roma have been holding onto a top-four spot for quite some time, but recently they've shown signs of inconsistency. Over their last eight matches across all competitions, they’ve secured four wins and suffered four losses. This stretch has cost the Romans their place in the Champions League zone, though the situation is still manageable. After the first half of the season, the club sits fifth with 36 points, trailing fourth-placed Juventus only on tiebreakers.
🟡 In the last round, the "Giallorossi" managed to lift their spirits after a painful defeat to Atalanta (0-1) by confidently defeating Lecce away (2-0). Roma looked noticeably stronger than their opponents and controlled the match throughout the full 90 minutes. Lecce managed just six shots all game with a total xG of 0.50. This can largely be attributed to Lecce having expended a significant amount of energy just days earlier in a game against Juventus (1-1), leaving them without enough resources for a full-fledged resistance.
Match Results: Roma
Sassuolo Calcio Team Overview
🟢 Sassuolo are currently experiencing a rough patch, unable to secure a win in their last five matches, settling for three draws and suffering two defeats. In the standings, the "Neroverdi" remain comfortably mid-table, well clear of the relegation zone but significantly trailing the top six. Their primary goal now is to avoid a prolonged slump that could drag them into unnecessary tension as the season's end approaches.
⚫ Last round's match against Juventus can arguably be considered one of Sassuolo's most disappointing performances this season. Despite playing in front of their home crowd, they suffered a crushing 0-3 defeat. The goals were conceded in rather unfortunate circumstances: first, Tarik Muharemovic inadvertently headed the ball into his own net, and then Jay Idzes made a costly error with a pass, gifting the opponent a one-on-one with his goalkeeper. After such incidents, it was nearly impossible for them to get back into the game.
Match Results: Sassuolo Calcio
Latest news
Roma
📣 Roma's head coach Gian Piero Gasperini skipped the post-match interview following their 2-0 victory over Lecce. The reason cited was ongoing rumors of internal tension within the club. On January 6, Gasperini met with the club's management to discuss future strategy and transfers but was left frustrated by the lack of progress. However, he did address the players in the locker room after the match: "You played your best game of the season. It wasn't easy to secure a win here, despite what others might have said. I sincerely thank you for this performance."
🚫 Roma are heading into the match with significant squad limitations. Neil El Aynaoui and Evan Ndicka are away on international duty and won't be available. Bryan Cristante will miss the game due to disciplinary reasons, having accumulated too many yellow cards. Edoardo Bove remains sidelined with heart issues. Injuries rule out Artem Dovbyk, Tommaso Baldanzi, and Lorenzo Pellegrini, while Leon Bailey is unavailable due to physical discomfort.
Sassuolo Calcio
📣 Following the match against Juventus (0-3), Fabio Grosso declined to participate in the flash interview.
🚫 Sassuolo are also not fielding their optimal squad. Voyo Coulibaly is on international duty. Cristian Volpato is still recovering and will not feature in the upcoming game. The participation of Filippo Romagna, Edoardo Pieragnolo, Daniel Boloca, and Domenico Berardi remains uncertain.
⚽️ Goal Prediction
In the upcoming clash, Roma, who are chasing more ambitious tournament goals, are likely to take the initiative, especially on their home turf. Sassuolo have proven to be a favorable opponent for the "Giallorossi," and Roma consistently find gaps in their defense after the break. Roma have scored in the second half in 7 of their last 8 Serie A head-to-heads against Sassuolo, making this option the most logical bet.
🚩 Corner Prediction
For those interested in set pieces, a bet on over 8.5 corners seems appealing. In the last 7 Serie A matchups between Roma and Sassuolo at Roma's ground, this outcome has consistently occurred. An additional point is the first-round game of the current season, where the teams combined for 12 corners (6-6), so our editorial team does not expect any exceptions this time.
Editorial Prediction
According to bookmakers, Roma are clear favorites in the upcoming clash, and it's hard to argue with that assessment. The "Giallorossi" simply outclass Sassuolo, and they also have the home advantage: the Romans have secured 18 out of a possible 27 points at home this season. Additionally, Roma tend to drop points mainly against top-tier opponents like Atalanta (0-1), Juventus (1-2), and Napoli (0-1). Sassuolo, on the other hand, have noticeably slowed down and have been making too many defensive errors lately, making them unlikely to pose a serious threat to the hosts. Therefore, our main bet is a Roma victory. We anticipate a final scoreline of 2-0 on the board.
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