Match Details
The match between Monza and Sassuolo is scheduled to take place on January 28, 2024, at the U-Power Stadium. It is a Serie A regular season match and the odds for this game are as follows: Monza – 2.28, Draw – 3.77, Sassuolo – 3.21.
Head-to-Head Comparison
Monza and Sassuolo have faced each other three times in previous matches. Monza won their most recent encounter with a score of 1-0, while the previous two matches ended in a draw (1-1) and a victory for Monza (2-1). In these three matches, there were a total of five goals scored, resulting in an average of 1.67 goals per game.
Team Form: Monza
Monza has been struggling recently, winning only one out of their last six matches in all competitions. Their form has seen them concede more goals than they have scored, with a total of 14 goals conceded compared to just four goals scored during this period. In Serie A, they currently sit in 12th position with 25 points from their 21 matches played.
In their most recent match against Empoli, Monza suffered a disappointing defeat with a scoreline of 3-0. This result further highlights their defensive vulnerabilities and lack of attacking prowess.
Team Form: Sassuolo
Sassuolo’s recent form has also been underwhelming, as they have only managed one win in their last six matches across all competitions. They have struggled to find the back of the net during this period, scoring just five goals while conceding eleven.
In Serie A standings, Sassuolo currently sits in the lower half of the table at 15th position with 19 points from their 20 matches played. Their most recent match against Juventus ended in a 3-0 defeat, showcasing their difficulties in both defense and attack.
Key Players
For Monza, midfielder Andrea Colpani has been one of the standout players this season. He has contributed six goals and one assist in Serie A, making him a key attacking threat for his team. Another player to watch is defender Pablo Marí Villar, who provides stability at the back with his defensive prowess.
On the other hand, Sassuolo will heavily rely on the goal-scoring abilities of Domenico Berardi, who has found the net nine times so far this season. His partnership with Matheus Henrique in midfield has been crucial for creating scoring opportunities.
Statistical Insights
Based on recent performances and statistics, it is evident that both teams have struggled defensively. Monza’s leaky defense has conceded an average of 1.33 goals per game in their last six matches, while Sassuolo has also struggled at the back with an average of 1.83 goals conceded per game during the same period.
In terms of attacking prowess, neither team has been particularly prolific recently. Monza has only managed to score an average of 0.67 goals per game in their last six matches, while Sassuolo hasn’t fared much better with an average of 0.83 goals scored per game during this period.
Prediction: Monza 1 – 1 Sassuolo
Considering both teams’ recent form and statistical insights gathered from their performances, it is expected that this match will end in a draw with a scoreline of 1-1. Both teams have struggled defensively and haven’t shown enough attacking firepower to secure a victory convincingly.
