Sassuolo vs Como Prediction 17 April 2026
📢 The clash between Sassuolo and Como will kick off the 33rd round of Serie A. The "Larians" have had a commendable season, even breaking into the top four at one point. However, their last two matches didn't go their way, causing them to slip out of the Champions League spots. Como are clearly aiming for a spot in Europe's premier club competition, but they'll need to finish the season as strong as possible. Nevertheless, the "Neroverdi" at the Mapei Stadium are certainly not planning to surrender points without a fight.
Head-to-Head
📢 The head-to-head history between Sassuolo and Como consists of just two matches, both taking place this season. On both occasions, the Larians confidently overcame their opponent: first with a commanding 3-0 victory in the Coppa Italia, followed by a 2-0 win in the first round of the league.
Head-to-head statistics Sassuolo - Como

Sassuolo Calcio Team Overview
🟢 Sassuolo made their return to the top flight after competing in Serie B last season, with their primary goal being to secure their place in the league. Essentially, the "Neroverdi" have already achieved this objective: with six matches remaining, they hold a 15-point cushion above the relegation zone. Even in the worst-case scenario, the team is highly likely to remain in Serie A. However, their recent form has been less than satisfactory, with one win, one draw, and three losses.
⚫ In their previous outing, the "Neroverdi" faced Genoa away and fell 1-2. Throughout the match, Sassuolo were not outplayed by their opponents, and the statistics were nearly even. Nevertheless, the team faltered during crucial phases - at the start and end of the match - where the "Grifoni" capitalized and scored their goals, ultimately securing all three points.
Match Results: Sassuolo Calcio

Como 1907 Team Overview
🔵 At the start of the season, Como were unlikely contenders for a Champions League spot. However, as the campaign progressed, the "Larians" exceeded all expectations. After 32 rounds, they sit in fifth place with 58 points, and until recently, they were even holding onto a top-four position. A couple of disappointing results have slightly dented their standing-just one point from their last two matches has allowed Juventus to overtake Como and open up a small gap.
⚪ Following an unexpected slip against Udinese (0-0), the "Larians" fell at home to Inter (3-4) in one of the most thrilling matches of the round. The game started perfectly for them-by the 45th minute, Como were leading 2-0 and had full control. However, after netting their second goal, the situation dramatically changed: Cesc Fabregas's side conceded four consecutive goals, despite the match showing no signs of such a turn of events. Statistically, Como did not deserve to lose. They significantly outperformed their opponents with 24 shots to 7 and an xG of 2.93 compared to 0.92, but poor defensive play undermined all their attacking efforts.
Match Results: Como 1907
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Sassuolo Calcio
📣 After the 2-1 defeat to Genoa, Sassuolo's head coach Fabio Grosso stated: "In terms of gameplay, this Sassuolo side is having a really strong season. The match was evenly contested, with both teams playing boldly. It's unfortunate that we fell short on a few details - those were what decided the game. Still, I see positives: we started well, but two or three moments of inattentiveness proved decisive for us... We wanted the win, so we took risks with our substitutions. Genoa's goals came because we were caught off guard - a bit of carelessness, and the opponent punished us immediately. Overall, though, I'm pleased with the team's performance."
🚫 The team faces significant personnel issues: Edoardo Pieragnolo (muscle injury) and Fali Candé (muscle injury) are doubtful, while Josh Doig and Domenico Berardi will miss the match due to suspensions. Additionally, Filippo Romagna (knee injury) and Daniel Boloca (meniscus injury) will not play.
Como 1907
📣 After a 4-3 defeat to Inter, Como's head coach Cesc Fabregas remarked, "Honestly, I don't even know our position in the standings; I haven't checked since the start of the season and I'm not planning to now. What's more important to me is how we play. Today, the team put in a strong performance, and we're not going to stop here: there are still six matches left and the Coppa Italia, where we'll see where we end up."
🚫 The team faces minimal roster issues: Jayden Addai will be sidelined due to an Achilles tendon injury.
⚽️ Goal Prediction
Como have been impressive in attack recently, scoring at least two goals in 6 of their last 7 Serie A matches. Their opponents included heavyweights like Juventus (2-0), Roma (2-1), and Inter (3-4). Given that Sassuolo are not quite at the same level as these teams, betting on Como to score over 1.5 goals seems like a solid wager.
🚩 Corner Prediction
Cesc Fabregas' side often aim to play on the front foot and control possession, yet even with this approach, they don't win a high number of corners. On the road, Como have taken fewer than 5.5 corners in 12 of their last 13 Serie A matches. There’s every reason to expect this trend to continue.
Editor's Prediction
According to bookmakers, Como are the favorites in this matchup, and that's a reasonable assessment overall. The "black and greens" are essentially wrapping up the season without significant motivation in the standings, which is evident from their recent inconsistent performances lacking the sharpness they once had. Meanwhile, the "Larians" are fiercely battling for European competition spots, making every point crucial for them right now. Como urgently need to return to winning ways to stay in the Champions League race. Another supporting factor is their head-to-head record this season, where the "Larians" have already defeated their opponents twice without conceding a goal. Considering all these factors, it makes sense to expect them to do it again, so our main bet is on a Como victory. We anticipate a final score of 1-2 on the scoreboard.