Our Predictions
Sassuolo has a slight historical edge (8 wins in 20 versus Genoa) and is at home. Genoa’s away form is worrying and Sassuolo look motivated. Odds of 2.35 offer fair value for a home win.
Odds favor 'No' (1.75), with both sides struggling to score recently and past meetings often low-scoring. Defensive tactics may keep at least one side goalless.
Five of their last six meetings saw Under 2.5 goals. With both attacks under-performing and defenses on alert, the odds of 1.53 reflect a likely low-scoring match.
Extratips Match Prediction: Sassuolo vs Genoa – Serie A Clash Preview
Welcome to Extratips! Let's break down Sassuolo vs Genoa, a key Serie A battle, kicking off on November 3, 17:30 at Stadio Mapei. This match sees Sassuolo looking to climb the table against a Genoa side eager to bounce back from recent struggles.
Sassuolo has won 8 of their last 20 meetings against Genoa, while Genoa has managed 7 wins and 5 draws in that run. Most bookies see Sassuolo as slight favorites at odds of 2.35 to win, but the draw (3.10) and away win (3.20) show it's open. Both teams to score? Odds are split – "Yes" at 2.00, "No" at 1.75, reflecting how tight these games can be. The Over 2.5 market hints at a cagey affair, with "Over" priced at 2.50, "Under" more likely at 1.53.
Looking at the Serie A table, Genoa sits 15th with 1 point—motivation is high to escape the bottom. Sassuolo's recent home form is mixed, while Genoa struggles for wins away.
Head-to-head in the last five: Sassuolo 0-2 Genoa, Genoa 1-0 Sassuolo, Draw 1-1, Sassuolo 2-1 Genoa, Genoa 2-0 Sassuolo. Sassuolo’s last five at home: 1W, 2L, 2D. Genoa’s last five away: 1W, 3L, 1D.
Sassuolo’s strengths: quick transitions, strong home support, and set-piece threat. Weaknesses: shaky defense, inconsistent attack, and injuries (Thorstvedt doubtful). Genoa’s strengths: solid defensive structure, counter-attacks, and organized midfield. Weaknesses: lack of goals, poor away form, and discipline issues.
Injuries may influence the dynamic—watch for late fitness updates on both sides.
Storylines to watch: Can Sassuolo capitalize on their home edge? Will Genoa’s new signings find the net at last? Is a low-scoring battle on the cards?
Expect a tense battle with chances at both ends, but neither side likely to run away with it.