Bologna vs Sassuolo Prediction
📢 What to expect from the Bologna vs. Sassuolo clash in Serie A's 17th round at the Renato Dall'Ara Stadium? This matchup stands out as one of the most intriguing this Sunday. Bologna have set a high standard this season, vying for the top spots in the standings. Meanwhile, Sassuolo, since their return to the elite, have been performing confidently, steadily accumulating points. The match promises to be intense and eventful.
Head-to-Head
📊 Over the past few years, these rivals have clashed 20 times, and the head-to-head record is quite balanced. Bologna have claimed victory 8 times, Sassuolo have won 6 matches, and another 6 encounters ended in a draw. The last two meetings in the 2023/24 season played out very differently. In the first leg, the "red and blues" couldn't secure three points on the road, with the match ending 1-1. However, in their home game, Bologna looked much more confident and triumphed 4-2, showing resilience as they came from behind after trailing 1-2.
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Bologna Team Overview
🔴 Bologna have been struggling with consistency lately. The team has been alternating between wins and disappointing results, despite starting the season with confidence and rarely losing. On December 22, the "Rossoblù" were convincingly defeated by Napoli in the Italian Super Cup final (0-2) - a match that held significant importance for a club not frequently competing for silverware. Nevertheless, reaching the final can be seen as a commendable achievement, especially considering Bologna managed to eliminate a strong Inter Milan side in the semi-finals (1-1, winning 3-2 on penalties).
🔵 In the league standings, Bologna sit in sixth place with 25 points. Their gap from the top-four has widened to five points, but the "Rossoblù" have a game in hand - their match against Verona was postponed due to their participation in the Italian Super Cup. Nonetheless, Bologna need to start consistently picking up points in the upcoming fixtures if they are to remain in contention for a Champions League spot.
Match Results: Bologna
Sassuolo Calcio Team Overview
🟢 Much like Bologna, Sassuolo have recently started alternating between strong performances and disappointing ones-securing just one win in their last five matches. The last two rounds vividly illustrate the contrasting nature of the "Neroverdi's" play. On December 14, Sassuolo delivered an impressive performance, managing to take points away from AC Milan (2-2), who were leading the league table at that time. However, just a week later, despite their home crowd's support, they failed to offer any resistance against Torino (0-1), a team also known for its inconsistency under Marco Baroni. The defeat seemed entirely justified as the match unfolded.
⚫ In the league standings, Sassuolo sit in tenth place, with 21 points to their name. Overall, this is a decent outcome for a club that has just returned from Serie B, especially considering they are only four points away from the top-six zone. With greater consistency, the "Neroverdi" could easily find themselves much higher up the table.
Match Results: Sassuolo Calcio
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Bologna
📣 Bologna defender Thorbjørn Heggem acknowledged the strength of their opponent after a 0-2 defeat to Napoli in the Italian Super Cup final: "We played against a really strong opponent. I'm proud of our team and my teammates, but today we didn't show our football. We need to analyze this match and play better in the future."
🚫 Bologna head into their next match with significant squad issues. Midfielder Remo Freuler is still recovering from a shoulder injury and isn't expected back until early January, while first-choice goalkeeper Lukasz Skorupski is sidelined with a muscle injury at least until mid-month. Nicolo Casale's participation is doubtful due to physical discomfort, and Thorbjørn Heggem will miss the match due to suspension (red card in the last round). Additionally, Federico Bernardeschi is out for an extended period with a collarbone injury, likely keeping him off the pitch until mid-February.
Sassuolo Calcio
📣 Following a 1-0 home defeat to Torino, Sassuolo's head coach Fabio Grosso lamented the timid start and emphasized that the team must learn from such nights: "We could have played much better; we started too cautiously and at a slow pace. We picked up the tempo in the second half, but one moment changed everything. We lost the match due to our own naivety. I hope nights like this will benefit us in the long run - we leave this bitterness behind and continue to grow."
🚫 Sassuolo are also dealing with squad issues. Vojo Koulibaly is unavailable as he's with the Mali national team. Edoardo Pieragnolo, Filippo Romagna, Domenico Berardi, and Laurs Skjelderup are expected to return to the pitch only in early January. The participation of Daniel Boloca and Andrea Pinamonti remains uncertain as both are facing physical issues, and their readiness will be assessed closer to the match.
⚽️ Goal Prediction
Bologna remain one of Serie A's top teams in terms of fewest goals conceded-just 13 in 15 matches. However, their defensive solidity has recently taken a hit. Bologna have allowed goals in eight consecutive games across all competitions, which has significantly impacted their results. Therefore, betting on Sassuolo to score seems like a reasonable choice.
🚩 Corner Prediction
In head-to-head encounters, Bologna rarely excels in earning corners against Sassuolo. The team has registered no more than six corners in six of their last seven Serie A meetings with Sassuolo. Furthermore, this trend aligns with their current form, as they have not surpassed seven corners in their last five matches. There is little reason to expect a sudden change, making a bet on Bologna under 6.5 corners a highly reliable option.
Editors' Prediction
According to the bookmakers, Bologna are slight favorites in the upcoming clash. However, betting on the outcome seems too risky here. Yes, the "Rossoblu" have a stronger squad and usually play with confidence at home, but their defeat to Napoli in the Italian Super Cup (0-2) could have taken a toll on the team's morale. If considering a bet, it makes more sense to look at the option of both teams to score (yes). Both sides have been quite productive this season, and this bet has won in 7 of the last 8 head-to-head meetings between these teams at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara in Serie A. We dare to predict that the match will end in a 1-1 draw.
Betting Tips: Bologna - Sassuolo Calcio
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