Sassuolo will host Udinese at the Mapei Stadium on Sunday in the fifth round of the Serie A. The home team have had a difficult start to the new season, having lost their last two league games. They suffered a heavy 3-0 away loss at the hands of Como in the Coppa Italia.
The visitors, on the other hand, have had a strong start this season, with three wins in their last five games. They returned to winning ways, with a 2-1 victory in the Coppa Italian game against Parlermo.
Read our Sassuolo vs Udinese predictions and preview to find out, but remember to also check our other Serie A predictions.
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Sassuolo vs Udinese prediction: The Fugger City Residents to nick the win
Key statistics
- Both teams have played a draw in four of the last five meetings.
- Both teams have played a 1-1 scoreline in two of their last five encounters.
- Their last five clashes have seen BTTS.
Correct score prediction: Sassuolo 1-1 Udinese
Looking at how tight their previous encounter has been, we are predicting a 1-1 draw for this encounter. I Bianconeri have had a better start to the season, but will find it difficult to get the better of Fabio Grosso’s team.
We believe that both teams will have a big task to break each other down and we are not expecting many goals in this encounter. They could score one goal each, with the game ending in a draw.
Pre-match odds and win probability: Tight odds from bookmakers
- Home: 13/10 (2.30) – 43.5%
- Draw: 9/4 (3.25) – 30.8%
- Away: 21/10 (3.10) – 32.3%
*Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.*
Sassuolo head into the match as slight favourites, with a 43.5% chance of winning at 2.30 odds. A draw is valued at 3.25, carrying a 30.8% probability, while Udinese are close behind with a 32.3% chance of success at 3.10 odds. This suggests a very evenly matched contest, where all three outcomes remain highly possible.
Most recent head-to-head: Both teams have a tight record
The head-to-head record between these two teams shows a close record in previous meetings. In their last five meetings, Kosta Runjaic’s side have won only once, with the remaining four games ending in a draw.
The most recent league match between the two sides was a 1-1 draw in April 2024. The previous meetings of tight matches suggest this will be a difficult game for both teams.
Italy Serie A 01/04/24
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Italy Serie A 17/12/23
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Italy Serie A 12/02/23
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Sassuolo
Italy Serie A 11/09/22
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Udinese
Italy Serie A 07/05/22
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Udinese
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Sassuolo preview: No injury worries
Sassuolo head into this fixture with a fully fit squad, giving the manager the luxury of choosing from all available players. With no injury concerns in the team, they will be able to field their strongest possible lineup and maintain flexibility in terms of tactics and rotations.
Predicted lineup: Turati (GK), Romagna, Cande, Coulibaly, Pieragnolo, Volpato, Boloca, Iannoni, Lipani, Fadera & Cheddira
Last five fixtures
- 24.09.25 – Como 3 – 0 Sassuolo
- 21.09.25 – Inter 2 – 1 Sassuolo
- 14.09.25 – Sassuolo 1 – 0 Lazio
- 29.08.25 – Cremonese 3 – 2 Sassuolo
- 23.08.25 – Sassuolo 0 – 2 Napoli
Udinese preview: Few injuries in the team
Runjaic’s side has only a minor injury concern, with goalkeeper Daniele Padelli sidelined due to a knee problem. He is expected to return by mid-October 2025.
Predicted lineup: Sava (GK), Kabasele, Zanoli, Solet, Palma, Kamara, Piotrowski, Karlstrom, Miller, Zaniolo & Buksa
Last five fixtures
- 23.09.25 – Udinese 2 – 1 Palermo
- 20.09.25 – Udinese 0 – 3 AC Milan
- 14.09.25 – Pisa 0 – 1 Udinese
- 31.08.25 – Inter 1 – 2 Udinese
- 25.08.25 – Udinese 1 – 1 Verona
Player to watch: Andrea Pinamonti
One key player to watch in this game is striker Andrea Pinamonti. The Italian forward has been central to the team’s attack, scoring one of their three goals so far this season.
Despite Sassuolo’s limited output, Pinamonti has remained a consistent threat with his movement and finishing ability. His contribution has been vital to the team’s efforts, and he will be a major danger to the Udinese defence in this match.