Serie A

Monza

18 Sep 2026 19:45

Sassuolo

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Sassuolo to win 2.30

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Monza vs Sassuolo Predictions, Picks & Odds – 18/09/2026

Serie A · 5

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X2: Double Chance Draw or Sassuolo

2.30 on Betfred · Confidence Medium

Odds recorded on 16 Sep 2026 at 22:12 · Odds are subject to change

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Monza's wretched start to the Serie A campaign shows no sign of relenting. Ivan Jurić's side sit 18th in the table, still without a league victory after four rounds, having suffered three defeats and managed only a solitary draw. Defensive frailties remain a serious concern, with six goals conceded from corners alone this term. The U-Power Stadium faithful are growing restless, and the pressure on Jurić to find a winning formula is mounting by the week.

Sassuolo arrive in considerably better spirits, perched in ninth place with seven points from their opening four fixtures. Alberto Aquilani's men delivered a statement performance last time out, edging Juventus 3-2 courtesy of Vasilije Adzic's stoppage-time heroics. Two wins and two draws represent a solid foundation, yet a nagging eight-match winless run on the road dating back to February tempers enthusiasm. Overcoming that away hoodoo will be central to Sassuolo's ambitions here.

Monza sit 18th and remain without a league victory this season, having suffered three defeats and a solitary draw from their opening four fixtures. Their defensive frailties, particularly from set-pieces with six goals conceded from corners alone, paint a grim picture for Ivan Jurić's side. Sassuolo, by contrast, arrive buoyed by seven points from four matches and a stunning late triumph over Juventus.

Alberto Aquilani's men occupy ninth place and carry genuine momentum, yet their eight-match winless run away from home cannot be overlooked. That travelling record introduces enough doubt to steer us away from a straight away win at 2.30 and towards the draw or away double chance. Monza's home struggles and inferior squad depth still tilt the balance firmly in Sassuolo's favour.

The X2 selection offers the most logical route here. Sassuolo's form and quality should be enough to avoid defeat, even if their road woes make a draw a realistic outcome. We also lean towards under 2.5 goals at 1.95, given Monza's limited attacking output and Sassuolo's tendency towards tight contests away from home. Odds correct at time of publication.

Trends to Know about Monza vs Sassuolo

• Monza winless in four league matches
• Sassuolo eight-game away winless streak
• Monza conceded six goals from corners

A compact 3-4-2-1 from Monza lines up against Sassuolo's more expansive 4-3-3, setting the stage for an intriguing tactical contest at the U-Power Stadium. Andrea Colpani operating in the pocket behind the striker will be central to whether the home side can unlock a Sassuolo back four that includes the experienced Duje Ćaleta-Car.

For the visitors, the balance between Nemanja Matić's composure in midfield and the directness of Domenico Berardi and Armand Laurienté on the flanks gives Sassuolo genuine width to exploit Monza's wing-backs. Both lineups carry a probable rather than confirmed status, though multiple credible sources across both camps lend reasonable confidence to these selections ahead of Friday's kickoff.

How to Watch Monza vs Sassuolo Match?

What time is Monza vs Sassuolo?

Monza welcome Sassuolo to the U-Power Stadium on Friday 18 September 2026, with kickoff at 19:45 BST.

Where is Monza vs Sassuolo being played?

This fixture takes place at the U-Power Stadium, Monza's home ground in Lombardy.

How Can I Watch Monza vs Sassuolo on TV and Live Stream?

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