Serie A

Monza

18 Sep 2026 19:45

Sassuolo

Prediction:

Sassuolo to win 2.32

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

Serie A · 5

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2: Sassuolo to win

2.32 on Betano · Confidence Medium

Odds recorded on 17 Sep 2026 at 13:24 · Odds are subject to change

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Monza sit 18th in the Serie A table, rooted deep in the relegation zone after collecting a single point from four matches. Their defensive record is alarming: 11 goals conceded, six of them from corners. Captain Matteo Pessina is confirmed absent, stripping the midfield of its most influential voice. Gustavo Varela has provided rare attacking spark with two goals in three appearances, but the hosts desperately need a first win of the campaign.

Sassuolo travel to the U-Power Stadium in far better spirits, occupying ninth place with seven points from four outings. Their thrilling 3-2 victory over Juventus last time out showcased real character, with Vasilije Adzic netting a stoppage-time winner to make it two goals in two games. Manager Alberto Aquilani has rotated between 4-3-3 and 4-2-3-1 with encouraging results. One concern lingers, though: Sassuolo have not won away from home in eight consecutive matches.

Sassuolo's away record raises questions, with eight consecutive winless trips on the road. Yet Monza's defensive crisis makes this a different proposition entirely. Eleven goals conceded in four games, six from corners alone, is a structural problem that Sassuolo's attack can exploit. The away win at 2.32 reflects that tension between Sassuolo's travel woes and Monza's fragility.

The loss of captain Matteo Pessina strips Monza of midfield leadership at the worst possible time. Sassuolo, meanwhile, carry serious momentum: Domenico Berardi has been involved in 19 goals across his last 21 league outings against promoted sides, and Vasilije Adzic has scored in each of his last two appearances.

Both teams have leaked goals freely this season, with Sassuolo yet to keep a clean sheet. That pattern supports both teams to score at 1.06, while the over 2.5 goals market at N/A looks well priced given Monza's defensive record. Sassuolo's superior quality across the pitch should prove decisive. Odds correct at time of publication.

Trends to Know about Monza vs Sassuolo

• Monza conceded 11 goals in four games
• Berardi involved in 19 goals against promoted sides
• Sassuolo eight matches winless away from home

A 3-4-2-1 against a 4-3-3 sets up an interesting structural battle at the U-Power Stadium. Monza's back three will need to manage the width that Sassuolo's wide forwards create, with Armand Laurienté capable of stretching any defensive line on the left channel.

In midfield, the contrast is sharp: Monza rely on energy and mobility through Folorunsho and Akinsanmiro, while Sassuolo pair the experience of Nemanja Matić with the creativity of Adzic to control tempo. Both lineups carry solid source backing, so the tactical picture above is as reliable as it gets at this stage.

How to Watch Monza vs Sassuolo Match?

What time is Monza vs Sassuolo?

Monza host Sassuolo at the U-Power Stadium on Friday, 18 September 2026, with kickoff set for 19:45 local time.

Where is Monza vs Sassuolo being played?

This Serie A clash takes place at the U-Power Stadium, home ground of Monza.

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