Sassuolo CalciovsUdinese Calcio

Current Form and Team Dynamics

Sassuolo Calcio, affectionately known as the Neroverdi, are currently dominating Serie B with an impressive record of 16 wins, 4 draws, and only 2 losses. Their recent 5-3 victory over Sudtirol underscores their offensive prowess, averaging 2.14 goals per game this season. Key players such as Armand Lauriente, Nicholas Pierini, and Samuele Mulattieri have been instrumental in their scoring success. Under the guidance of manager Fabio Grosso, Sassuolo's 4-2-3-1 formation has proven effective, with minimal injury concerns allowing them to maintain a cohesive lineup.

Udinese Calcio, on the other hand, is navigating the challenges of Serie A, currently sitting in 10th position. Despite showing improvement from last season, their recent form has been inconsistent, highlighted by a 4-1 loss to Como. The team is dealing with key absences, including first-choice goalkeeper Maduka Okoye and defender Oumar Solet. However, players like Lucca, Florian Thauvin, and Brenner da Silva have been crucial in their offensive efforts. With a rich history and a talented squad, Udinese is poised to make a strong comeback in the league.

Head-to-Head Analysis

Historically, matches between Sassuolo and Udinese have been closely contested. The most common result is a 1-1 draw, occurring in 5 matches. In their last 11 meetings at Sassuolo's home, Udinese has a slight edge with 4 wins compared to Sassuolo's 1, and 6 matches ending in draws. The goal difference favors Udinese at 11-7. Despite Sassuolo's strong home form, they have not beaten Udinese at home since 2016.

Statistical Insights and Prediction

Sassuolo scores 2.27 goals on average at home, while Udinese scores 1.05 goals away. The average number of goals in their meetings is 3.2, with both teams scoring in most encounters. Given Sassuolo's current form and Udinese's historical advantage, a draw seems the most likely outcome. Both teams are expected to score, continuing the trend of high-scoring matches between these sides. Therefore, the prediction is a draw with both teams to score.