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>Sassuolo vs Torino Predictions, Picks & Odds – 29/08/2026
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Sassuolo sit twelfth after opening their campaign with a 2-1 defeat at Atalanta, a result that means Alberto Aquilani's side risk losing their first two league fixtures for the third consecutive season. The Neroverdi generated 22 attempts in that match but lacked a clinical edge, a problem sharpened by the summer departure of top scorer Andrea Pinamonti to Lazio. Sebastiano Esposito now shoulders the attacking burden at the MAPEI Stadium.
Torino occupy thirteenth place following their own 2-1 reverse against AC Milan, though Ignazio Abate will have drawn encouragement from a spirited second-half display that produced a ninetieth-minute consolation. The new boss has shown willingness to trust younger players, blooding the likes of Mascardi and Fitz-Jim, and his squad should be bolstered by the return of Eray Cömert from suspension, adding composure to a backline that looked vulnerable from set pieces.
Torino's head-to-head record at the MAPEI Stadium is the decisive factor behind the X2 (Draw or Away) selection. The Granata are unbeaten in their last four Serie A meetings with Sassuolo and have conceded only one home win to the Neroverdi in eleven attempts at this venue. That historical dominance, combined with Sassuolo's tendency to open campaigns poorly, tilts the balance firmly towards Torino avoiding defeat.
Both sides lost their openers by the same 2-1 scoreline, yet the underlying details favour Ignazio Abate's men. Torino showed genuine second-half resilience against Milan, scoring in the ninetieth minute, while the return of Eray Cömert strengthens their defensive structure. Sassuolo, meanwhile, must cope without last season's top scorer Andrea Pinamonti, a void that blunts their attacking threat considerably.
The draw is priced at 3.40 and the away win at 3.10, both offering reasonable value given Torino's pedigree in this fixture. Backing the double chance covering either outcome looks the shrewdest route into this match. Odds correct at time of publication.
Trends to Know about Sassuolo vs Torino
- Torino unbeaten in five away visits
- Sassuolo lost top scorer Pinamonti to Lazio
- Both sides defeated 2-1 in round one
Form & Statistics: Sassuolo vs Torino
Sassuolo
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Torino
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Lineups: Sassuolo vs Torino
Sassuolo
Starters
- 1 Arijanet Muric
- 2 Simone Cinquegrano
- 3 Cas Odenthal
- 4 Tommaso Macchioni
- 5 Josh Doig
- 6 Vasilije Adzic
- 7 Darryl Bakola
- 8 Cristian Volpato
- 9 Kieron Bowie
- 10 Sebastiano Esposito
- 11 Riccardo Ciervo
Absent
- Ismaël Koné (injury)
- Nemanja Matic (Calf/Shin Injury (Out Indefinitely))
- Armand Lauriente (Back Injury)
- Sebastian Walukiewicz (Injury (out since May 8))
- Fali Cande (Injury (out since January 3))
- Yeferson Paz (Injury (out since February 7))
- Daniel Boloca (Injury (out since February 8))
- Edoardo Pieragnolo (Injury (out since November 24))
- Andrea Pinamonti (Transferred to Lazio)
Torino
Starters
- 1 Diego Mascardi
- 2 Saul Coco
- 3 Ardian Ismajli
- 4 Pietro Comuzzo
- 5 Marcus Holmgren Pedersen
- 6 Gvidas Gineitis
- 7 Kian Fitz-Jim
- 8 Alessio Cacciamani
- 9 Nikola Vlasic
- 10 Giovanni Simeone
Absent
- Cesare Casadei (injury)
- Zanos Savva (injury)
- Adam Masina (injury)
- Franco Israel (injury)
- Pietro Pellegri (Back Injury)
- Sandro Kulenovic (Suspended (yellow cards))
- Tino Anjorin (Thigh injury (expected return Early September 2026))
Low confidence
Sassuolo's 4-3-3 is drawn from a speculated source, so some uncertainty remains around their final shape, while Torino's 3-4-2-1 carries greater confidence from multiple credible outlets. The contrast in preparation clarity could itself be a factor as the home side settle into their first Serie A campaign.
Tactically, Torino's back three offers solidity to absorb pressure, with Cesare Casadei and Nikola Vlasic operating in the two supporting roles behind Giovanni Simeone. For Sassuolo, Sebastiano Esposito will be central to whether their attacking trio can exploit the width that a three-man defence can occasionally concede.
Sassuolo vs Torino: Head-to-Head
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How to Watch Sassuolo vs Torino Match?
What time is Sassuolo vs Torino?
Sassuolo host Torino at the MAPEI Stadium on Saturday 29 August 2026, with kickoff set for 17:30 BST.
Where is Sassuolo vs Torino being played?
This fixture takes place at the MAPEI Stadium – Città del Tricolore in Reggio Emilia.
How Can I Watch Sassuolo vs Torino on TV and Live Stream?
Sassuolo vs Torino will be broadcast on BT Sport in the United Kingdom.