Sassuolo vs Juventus takes place in Round 19 of the 2025–26 Serie A, with kick-off scheduled for 01:15 AM on Wednesday, 7 January 2026. The match will be played at the MAPEI Stadium – Città del Tricolore in Reggio Emilia, Italy, under cold winter conditions with temperatures expected to be around 1°C on a grass surface.
Juventus arrive as one of the most consistent sides in the league, while Sassuolo continue to battle inconsistency and injury setbacks. Despite Juve’s historical dominance, Sassuolo have proven in recent years that they can trouble the Bianconeri at home, setting up an intriguing Serie A clash.
Match Overview – Sassuolo vs Juventus
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Sassuolo vs Juventus |
| Competition | Serie A |
| Matchweek | Round 19 |
| Date & Kick-Off | Wednesday, 7 January 2026 – 01:15 AM |
| Venue | MAPEI Stadium – Città del Tricolore |
| Location | Reggio Emilia, Italy |
| Capacity | 23,717 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Weather | 1°C – Very Cold |
Juventus are expected to control possession and dictate tempo, while Sassuolo may rely on quick transitions and wing play to stay competitive.
Recent Form Guide – Sassuolo vs Juventus
Sassuolo – Form Guide
| Date | Competition | Home Team | Score | Away Team | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/01/26 | Serie A | Sassuolo | 1–1 | Parma | Draw |
| 28/12/25 | Serie A | Bologna | 1–1 | Sassuolo | Draw |
| 21/12/25 | Serie A | Sassuolo | 0–1 | Torino | Loss |
| 14/12/25 | Serie A | Milan | 2–2 | Sassuolo | Draw |
| 06/12/25 | Serie A | Sassuolo | 3–1 | Fiorentina | Win |
Sassuolo have drawn three of their last five matches, showing resilience but lacking cutting edge, especially with Domenico Berardi sidelined.
Juventus – Form Guide
| Date | Competition | Home Team | Score | Away Team | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/01/26 | Serie A | Juventus | 1–1 | Lecce | Draw |
| 27/12/25 | Serie A | Pisa | 0–2 | Juventus | Win |
| 20/12/25 | Serie A | Juventus | 2–1 | Roma | Win |
| 14/12/25 | Serie A | Bologna | 0–1 | Juventus | Win |
| 10/12/25 | UCL | Juventus | 2–0 | Pafos FC | Win |
Juventus are unbeaten in their last five matches across all competitions, combining defensive solidity with efficient attacking play.
Head-to-Head – Sassuolo vs Juventus
Overall Record (All Competitions)
| Team | Wins | Draws | Losses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Juventus | 16 | 3 | 4 |
| Sassuolo | 4 | 3 | 16 |
- Total Matches: 23
- Goals: Juventus 54 – 22 Sassuolo
Recent Meetings (Last 6)
| Date | Competition | Home Team | Score | Away Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/01/2024 | Serie A | Juventus | 3–0 | Sassuolo |
| 23/09/2023 | Serie A | Sassuolo | 4–2 | Juventus |
| 16/04/2023 | Serie A | Sassuolo | 1–0 | Juventus |
| 15/08/2022 | Serie A | Juventus | 3–0 | Sassuolo |
| 25/04/2022 | Serie A | Sassuolo | 1–2 | Juventus |
| 10/02/2022 | Coppa Italia | Juventus | 2–1 | Sassuolo |
Despite Juventus’ superior overall record, recent meetings have been competitive, especially at the MAPEI Stadium.
Top Scorers
- Sassuolo: Domenico Berardi – 4 goals, 3 assists (11 matches) (injured)
- Juventus: Kenan Yildiz – 6 goals, 4 assists (17 matches)
With Berardi unavailable, much of Sassuolo’s attacking responsibility falls on Andrea Pinamonti and Armand Laurienté.
Predicted Lineups – Sassuolo vs Juventus
Sassuolo (4-3-3)
Arijanet Muric – Sebastian Walukiewicz, Jay Idzes, Tarik Muharemovic, Josh Doig – Kristian Thorstvedt, Nemanja Matic, Ismael Kone – Alieu Fadera, Andrea Pinamonti, Armand Laurienté
Juventus (3-4-2-1)
Michele Di Gregorio – Pierre Kalulu, Gleison Bremer, Teun Koopmeiners – Andrea Cambiaso, Manuel Locatelli, Khéphren Thuram-Ulien, Filip Kostic – Weston McKennie, Kenan Yildiz – Jonathan David
Final lineups will be confirmed one hour before kick-off.
Unavailable Players
| Team | Missing Players | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Sassuolo | Woyo Coulibaly | International duty |
| Cristian Volpato, Filippo Romagna, Edoardo Pieragnolo, Daniel Boloca, Domenico Berardi | Injury | |
| Juventus | Arkadiusz Milik, Chico Conceicao, Jonas Rouhi, Lloyd Kelly, Daniele Rugani, Federico Gatti, Dusan Vlahovic | Injury |
Juventus are missing several defenders and Vlahovic, but their squad depth remains strong.
Statistical Projection – Sassuolo vs Juventus
| Metric | Sassuolo | Juventus |
|---|---|---|
| Win Probability | 26% | 46% |
| Draw Probability | 28% | – |
| Possession | 45–48% | 52–55% |
| Shots on Target | 3–5 | 5–7 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.0–1.3 | 1.6–1.9 |
| Clean Sheet Probability | 18% | 32% |
| Total Goals Range | 2–3 Goals | – |
| Most Likely Scorer | Pinamonti | Kenan Yildiz |
Prediction Summary – Sassuolo vs Juventus
Why Juventus Could Win
- Strong recent form and confidence
- Midfield control through Locatelli and Thuram
- Kenan Yildiz’s consistent attacking output
Why Sassuolo Could Compete
- Home advantage at MAPEI Stadium
- Juventus missing several starters
- Ability to exploit wide areas on the counter
Juventus’ superior structure and form should give them the edge, but Sassuolo are capable of making it uncomfortable, especially in cold conditions.
Final Score Prediction : Sassuolo 1–2 Juventus
Likely Scorers:
- Sassuolo: Andrea Pinamonti
- Juventus: Kenan Yildiz, Jonathan David
Confidence Levels
- Juventus Win – 46%
- Draw – 28%
- Sassuolo Win – 26%
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Suggested Tips (Informational Only)
- Juventus Draw No Bet
- Over 1.5 Total Goals
- Anytime Scorer: Kenan Yildiz
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FAQs – Sassuolo vs Juventus
1.What time is Sassuolo vs Juventus?
Kick-off is at 01:15 AM on Wednesday, 7 January 2026.
2.Where is the match being played?
At MAPEI Stadium – Città del Tricolore, Reggio Emilia, Italy.
3.What is the predicted score for Sassuolo vs Juventus?
A 2–1 away win for Juventus is the most likely outcome based on form, squad depth, and statistical projections.