Juventus vs Sassuolo Prediction - Serie A: A Challenge for Top 4 Ambitions

A crucial clash at Allianz Stadium

At 2:45 AM on March 22, 2026, Juventus will host Sassuolo at the Allianz Stadium in a Serie A match. This is a crucial point in the season as the "Old Lady" is striving to close the gap with the leading group, while the visitors aim to improve their mid-table position.

Current league position and form

Currently, Juventus are ranked 5th with 53 points after 29 matches. The home team's form has somewhat stagnated, with only 2 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses in their last 5 league games. However, their home ground remains a strong advantage for the coach's team, as they have only lost one match at Allianz Stadium since the beginning of the season.

Conversely, Sassuolo is currently in 11th place with 38 points. Despite being in the lower half of the table, the visitors are enjoying an impressive run of form with 3 wins in their last 5 matches. This shows that Sassuolo is not an easy opponent to overcome, even when playing away from home.

Head-to-head history and professional statistics

In their last five encounters, Juventus have the upper hand with three wins, all ending with a 3-0 victory. However, history also records a resurgence for Sassuolo, as they previously secured two consecutive wins against their Turin rivals in 2023.

• Juventus:They have scored an average of 1.8 goals per game and conceded only 1.0 goal per game this season.
• Sassuolo:Their scoring performance averages 1.2 goals per game, but their defense remains a concern, conceding an average of 1.3 goals per game.

Team situation and expected lineup

Juventus are facing the risk of being without their main striker.D. VlahovicDue to a thigh injury, this player's availability for the match remains uncertain. Additionally, E. Holm (leg injury) and K. Thuram (ankle injury) are also undergoing medical observation.

On Sassuolo's side, the list of absentees is extensive, with four players definitely unavailable: D. Boloca (muscle injury), F. Cande (knee injury), A. Fadera and E. Pieragnolo (knee injuries). The shortage of personnel in multiple positions will be a difficult challenge for the visitors in this away match.

Tactical analysis and predictions

With the home advantage and a more balanced squad, Juventus are expected to take control of the game from the start. However, their attacking line-up issues could make it difficult for them to break through the opponent's defense.

Experts predict a 45% chance of Juventus winning, while the probability of a draw is also at a similar 45%. There is only a 10% chance of an upset from the visiting team, Sassuolo. This is likely to be a tight match with not too many goals scored.

Predicted result:Juventus win or draw.

Team lineup updated at 02:30 on 22/03/2026

Official lineup

Juventus

Diagram: 4-2-3-1

CoachLuciano Spalletti

Starting lineup:

• 1. Mattia Perin (G)
• 15. Pierre Kalulu (D)
• 3. Bremer (D)
• 6. Lloyd Kelly (D)
• 27. Andrea Cambiaso (D)
• 19. Khéphren Thuram (M)
• 5. Manuel Locatelli (M)
• 7. Francisco Conceição (M)
• 22. Weston McKennie (M)
• 13. Jérémie Boga (M)
• 10. Kenan Yıldız (F)

Substitutes:

• 23. Carlo Pinsoglio
• 16. Michele Di Gregorio
• 32. Juan Cabal
• 4. Federico Gatti
• 8. Teun Koopmeiners
• 17. Vasilije Adžić
• 21. Fabio Miretti
• 18. Filip Kostić
• 14. Arkadiusz Milik
• 11. Edon Zhegrova
• 9. Dušan Vlahović
• 30. Jonathan David
• 20. Loïs Openda

Sassuolo

Diagram: 4-3-3

CoachFabio Grosso

Starting lineup:

• 49. Arijanet Murić (G)
• 6. Sebastian Walukiewicz (D)
• 21. Jay Idzes (D)
• 80. Tarik Muharemović (D)
• 23. Ulisses Garcia (D)
• 50. Darryl Bakola (M)
• 40. Aster Vranckx (M)
• 90. Ismael Koné (M)
• 10. Domenico Berardi (F)
• 99. Andrea Pinamonti (F)
• 7. Cristian Volpato (F)

Substitutes:

• 12. Giacomo Satalino
• 16. Gioele Zacchi
• 19. Filippo Romagna
• 3. Josh Doig
• 66. Pedro Felipe
• 44. Edoardo Iannoni
• 33. Christian Franella
• 35. Luca Lipani
• 8. M'Bala Nzola
• 24. Luca Moro
• 45. Armand Laurenté