The Serie A Round 23 fixture between Pisa vs Sassuolo will be played at Arena Garibaldi – Stadio Romeo Anconetani, with kick-off scheduled for 19:30 IST on Saturday, 31 January 2026.
Pisa are enduring a torrid spell, sitting bottom of the table and winless in their last 11 matches, while Sassuolo travel with renewed confidence after a much-needed victory last weekend. With mild winter conditions expected (13°C), this game shapes up as a crucial test of resilience for the hosts and an opportunity for Sassuolo to push closer to the top half.
Match Overview – Pisa vs Sassuolo
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Pisa vs Sassuolo |
| Competition | Serie A |
| Round | Round 23 |
| Date & Kick-Off | Saturday, 31 January 2026 – 19:30 IST |
| Venue | Arena Garibaldi – Stadio Romeo Anconetani |
| Location | Pisa, Italy |
| Capacity | 17,500 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Weather | 13°C – Mild |
Match Insight: Pisa have not won or kept a clean sheet in their last 11 matches, highlighting the scale of their relegation battle.
Season So Far Comparison – Pisa vs Sassuolo
| Metric | Pisa | Sassuolo |
|---|---|---|
| League Position | 20th | 11th |
| Points | 14 | 26 |
| Games Played | 22 | 22 |
| Wins | 1 | 7 |
| Draws | 11 | 5 |
| Losses | 10 | 10 |
| Goal Difference | -19 | -4 |
Sassuolo’s superior points haul and goal difference underline their relative stability, while Pisa’s lack of victories continues to drag them down.
Recent Form Guide – Pisa vs Sassuolo
Pisa – Last 5 Serie A Matches
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 23/01 | Inter (A) | L 2–6 |
| 16/01 | Atalanta (H) | D 1–1 |
| 10/01 | Udinese (A) | D 2–2 |
| 06/01 | Como (H) | L 0–3 |
| 03/01 | Genoa (A) | D 1–1 |
Sassuolo – Last 5 Serie A Matches
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 25/01 | Cremonese (H) | W 1–0 |
| 17/01 | Napoli (A) | L 0–1 |
| 10/01 | Roma (A) | L 0–2 |
| 06/01 | Juventus (H) | L 0–3 |
| 03/01 | Parma (H) | D 1–1 |
Head-to-Head – Pisa vs Sassuolo
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Nov 2025 | Sassuolo | 2–2 | Pisa | Serie A |
| 1 Mar 2025 | Sassuolo | 1–0 | Pisa | Serie B |
| 26 Dec 2024 | Pisa | 3–1 | Sassuolo | Serie B |
Match Insight: The last Serie A meeting ended in a 2–2 draw, suggesting Pisa can be competitive at home despite their struggles.
Top Scorers to Watch
- Pisa: Stefano Moreo – 5 goals, 1 assist (21 matches)
- Sassuolo: Domenico Berardi – 4 goals, 3 assists (12 matches)
Moreo remains Pisa’s focal point in attack, while Berardi’s creativity and experience continue to drive Sassuolo forward.
Predicted Lineups – Pisa vs Sassuolo
Pisa (3-4-2-1)
Simone Scuffet – Arturo Calabresi, Simone Canestrelli, Francesco Coppola – Idrissa Touré, Michel Aebischer, Marius Marin, Samuele Angori – Stefano Moreo, Matteo Tramoni – Malthe Højholt
Sassuolo (4-3-3)
Arijanet Murić – Sebastian Walukiewicz, Jay Idzes, Tarik Muharemović, Josh Doig – Luca Lipani, Nemanja Matić, Ismaël Koné – Alieu Fadera, Luca Moro, Armand Laurienté
Unavailable Players
| Team | Players Out |
|---|---|
| Pisa | Adrian Šemper, Daniel Denoon, Mateus Lusuardi, Raúl Albiol, Calvin Stengs, Isak Vural, Juan Cuadrado |
| Sassuolo | Edoardo Pieragnolo, Fali Candé, Daniel Boloca |
Pisa’s long injury list, particularly in defense and midfield, could once again leave them exposed.
Statistical Projection – Pisa vs Sassuolo
| Metric | Pisa | Sassuolo |
|---|---|---|
| Win Probability | 30% | 35% |
| Draw Probability | 35% | — |
| Expected Possession | 45–49% | 51–55% |
| Shots on Target | 3–4 | 4–6 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.0–1.3 | 1.3–1.6 |
| Clean Sheet Probability | 15% | 24% |
| Most Likely Scorer | Moreo | Berardi |
✅ Final Score Prediction
Pisa 1–2 Sassuolo
Likely Scorers
- Domenico Berardi
- Armand Laurienté
- Stefano Moreo
Sassuolo’s greater attacking quality and Pisa’s ongoing defensive issues point toward a narrow away victory, though the hosts are likely to make it competitive.
Confidence Levels
- Sassuolo Win: 35%
- Draw: 35%
- Pisa Win: 30%
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Suggested Tips (Informational Only)
- Sassuolo Draw No Bet
- Over 2.0 Total Goals
- Both Teams to Score: Yes
- Anytime Scorer: Domenico Berardi
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FAQs – Pisa vs Sassuolo
1.What time is Pisa vs Sassuolo?
Kick-off is at 19:30 IST on Saturday, 31 January 2026.
2.Where is the match being played?
At Arena Garibaldi – Stadio Romeo Anconetani, Pisa, Italy.
3.Who are the key players to watch?
Stefano Moreo for Pisa and Domenico Berardi for Sassuolo.
4.What is the predicted score?
A 2–1 away win for Sassuolo.