Bologna - Sassuolo

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86'		5 - 3	Goal	A. Saelemaekers
83'		4 - 3	Goal	L. Ferguson	J. Zirkzee (Assist)
73'		3 - 3	Goal	G. Fabbian	V. Kristiansen (Assist)
34'		2 - 3	Goal	C. Volpato	A. Laurienté (Assist)
24'		2 - 2	Own Goal	M. Viti
24'		1 - 2	Goal	J. Zirkzee
14'		0 - 2	Goal	K. Thorstvedt
13'		0 - 1	Goal	K. Thorstvedt

85'		D. Boloca	Roughing
55'		M. Aebischer	Holding
45'		K. Thorstvedt	Roughing

81'			In:	M. Erlić	Out:	Ruan Tressoldi
81'			In:	A. Pinamonti	Out:	S. Mulattieri
68'			In:	N. Bajrami	Out:	U. Račić
59'			In:	L. Lipani	Out:	D. Boloca
59'			In:	C. Volpato	Out:	E. Ceïde
58'			In:	M. Aebischer	Out:	R. Orsolini
58'			In:	K. Urbański	Out:	A. Saelemaekers

Bologna - Sassuolo Predictions

Prediction: Bologna or draw

Best odds: 1.27

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As the Italian Serie A gears up for another thrilling weekend of football, all eyes are on the upcoming clash between Bologna and Sassuolo. With predictions leaning towards a Bologna advantage, fans and pundits alike are eager to see if the Rossoblù can solidify their position in the top half of the table or if Sassuolo can cause an upset at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara.

Key Players: Bologna Bologna's success this season can be attributed in part to the defensive stability provided by Charalampos Lykogiannis, whose rating of 6.73 reflects his consistent performances. With a total of 245 passes and a goal to his name, Lykogiannis is a vital piece of the Bologna backline.

In the midfield, Nikola Moro has been a revelation, boasting a rating of 6.81. Moro's ability to control the tempo and create chances with his 341 passes and 6 key passes has been instrumental for Bologna's attacking plays.

Lastly, the experienced Lorenzo De Silvestri brings a rating of 6.84 to the team. His defensive prowess, coupled with his contribution of one goal, adds depth and strength to Bologna's squad.

Key Players: Sassuolo On the other side, Sassuolo's midfielder Abdoulrahmane Harroui has been a standout performer. With a rating of 6.76 and three goals to his credit, Harroui's impact on the field is undeniable, especially considering his 12 shots on target.

Another key figure in the midfield is Nedim Bajrami, who matches Harroui's rating and has demonstrated his playmaking abilities with 188 passes and 9 key passes, contributing to his team's offensive efforts.

Defensively, Martin Erlić has been a rock at the back for Sassuolo. With the highest rating among his teammates at 6.88, Erlić's 682 passes show his distribution skills and his importance in initiating attacks from the back.

Recent Form

Bologna's recent form of LDLWW suggests a team finding its stride at the right moment, with two wins in their last three games. Sassuolo, however, has struggled with consistency, as indicated by their LWLLD record. Both teams will be looking to improve their standings, but Bologna's form, especially at home, makes them the favorites.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record between these two sides adds another layer of intrigue to the match. Their last encounter on October 28, 2023, ended in a 1-1 draw, mirroring the result from their May 8, 2023, meeting. However, Bologna secured a convincing 3-0 victory against Sassuolo on November 12, 2022, showcasing their potential dominance in this fixture.

Prediction

Taking into account the teams' current form, home advantage, and head-to-head history, the prediction leans heavily towards a Bologna win or draw. With a 45% chance of a home victory and another 45% leaning towards a draw, the probability of a Sassuolo win is a mere 10%. The advice of "Double chance: Bologna or draw" seems prudent, considering the overall statistics and recent performances.

In conclusion, while football always has the capacity for surprises, the data suggests that Bologna, led by key players like Charalampos Lykogiannis, Nikola Moro, and Lorenzo De Silvestri, are well-positioned to come out on top in this encounter. Sassuolo will not make it easy, with Abdoulrahmane Harroui, Nedim Bajrami, and Martin Erlić looking to disrupt Bologna's plans. Nonetheless, the final prediction is a confident nod towards a Bologna victory or a secure draw.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

63%

38%

Attacking Potential

71%

29%

Defensive Potential

47%

53%

Poisson Distribution

78%

22%

Stregth H2H

62%

38%

Goals H2H

64%

36%

Wins the game

64%

36%

Bologna - Sassuolo Head to Head

03/02	Bologna	4 - 2	Sassuolo
28/10	Sassuolo	1 - 1	Bologna
08/05	Sassuolo	1 - 1	Bologna
12/11	Bologna	3 - 0	Sassuolo

Serie A standings

Rank	Team	MP	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	Pts
1	Inter	30	25	4	1	73	14	59	79
2	AC Milan	31	21	5	5	60	34	26	68
3	Juventus	30	17	8	5	44	24	20	59
4	Bologna	31	16	10	5	45	25	20	58
5	AS Roma	31	16	7	8	56	35	21	55
6	Atalanta	29	15	5	9	54	32	22	50
7	Napoli	31	13	9	9	48	38	10	48
8	Lazio	31	14	4	13	37	34	3	46
9	Torino	31	11	11	9	31	29	2	44
10	Fiorentina	29	12	7	10	42	34	8	43
11	Monza	31	11	9	11	34	41	-7	42
12	Genoa	30	8	11	11	32	37	-5	35
13	Lecce	31	6	11	14	26	48	-22	29
14	Udinese	30	4	16	10	29	45	-16	28
15	Empoli	31	7	7	17	25	47	-22	28
16	Verona	30	6	9	15	27	40	-13	27
17	Cagliari	30	6	9	15	30	51	-21	27
18	Frosinone	31	6	8	17	38	61	-23	26
19	Sassuolo	31	6	7	18	36	59	-23	25
20	Salernitana	31	2	9	20	25	64	-39	15