Sassuolo vs AC Milan Lineups, 3 May 2026
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Sassuolo
DLWDW
Milan
DWDDW
Injury Report
Sassuolo
D. Boloca(Muscle Injury)
J. Idzes(Muscle Injury)
Y. Paz(Knee Injury)
F. Leysen(Knee Injury)
I. Kone(Broken Leg)
E. Pieragnolo(Knee Injury)
Milan
P. Terracciano(Inactive)
M. Gabbia(Thigh Injury)
A. Saelemaekers(Ankle Injury)
League Table
Player Statistics
Sassuolo
Domenico Berardi
Top assists · 1
| Player | Min | G | A | Sh | On | Tkl | Y | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sebastian Walukiewicz | 90 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Filippo Romagna | 90 | 0 | 0 | - | - | - | 0 | 0 |
| Stefano Turati | 90 | 0 | 0 | - | - | - | 0 | 0 |
| Domenico Berardi © | 90 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Ismael Kone | 84 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Daniel Boloca | 68 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Armand Lauriente | 68 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | - | 0 | 0 |
| Andrea Ghion | 60 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Cristian Volpato | 31 | 0 | 0 | 1 | - | - | 0 | 0 |
| Nicholas Pierini | 23 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Luca Lipani | 23 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | - | 0 | 0 |
AC Milan
| Player | Min | G | A | Sh | On | Tkl | Y | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adrien Rabiot | 90 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Mike Maignan © | 90 | 0 | 0 | - | - | - | 0 | 0 |
| Fikayo Tomori | 90 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Koni De Winter | 90 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Pervis Estupinan | 87 | 0 | 0 | - | - | - | 0 | 0 |
| Ardon Jashari | 81 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Ruben Loftus-Cheek | 81 | 0 | 0 | 4 | - | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Alexis Saelemaekers | 64 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Christian Pulisic | 9 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | - | 0 | 0 |
| Luka Modric | 9 | 0 | 0 | - | - | - | 0 | 0 |
| Davide Bartesaghi | 8 | 0 | 0 | - | - | - | 0 | 0 |
Substitutions
40'W. Coulibaly↔J. Idzes
46'Z. Athekame↔C. Nkunku
46'L. Lipani↔N. Matic
59'R. Loftus-Cheek↔A. Saelemaekers
59'S. Gimenez↔R. Leao
59'C. Pulisic↔Y. Fofana
59'C. Volpato↔D. Berardi
66'S. Ricci↔A. Jashari
84'A. Pinamonti↔M. Nzola
84'A. Fadera↔A. Lauriente
Injuries & Doubts
D. Boloca
Muscle Injury
J. Idzes
Muscle Injury
Y. Paz
Knee Injury
F. Leysen
Knee Injury
I. Kone
Broken Leg
E. Pieragnolo
Knee Injury
P. Terracciano
Inactive
M. Gabbia
Thigh Injury
A. Saelemaekers
Ankle Injury
Head to Head
Sassuolo
1
Draws
1
3 played
AC Milan
1
33%33%
Previous Meetings
03.05.2026Serie A
Sassuolo
2 - 0
Milan14.12.2025Serie A
Milan
2 - 2
Sassuolo03.12.2024Cup
Milan
6 - 1
SassuoloFinal Result
Sassuolo
2 : 0
[1-0]
ACMilan
- 5'D. BerardiA. Lauriente
- 38'N. Matic
- 47'A. LaurienteK. Thorstvedt
- 57'U. Garcia
- 89'C. Volpato
- 90+4'A. Fadera
- 9'F. Tomori
- 24'F. Tomori
- 71'S. Ricci
- 77'R. Loftus-Cheek
58%Possession42%
4Shots on Target0
2Corners3
Yellow Cards
0
Red CardsMatch details
Substitutions
- 40'W. Coulibaly↔J. IdzesSassuolo
- 46'Z. Athekame↔C. NkunkuAC Milan
- 46'L. Lipani↔N. MaticSassuolo
- 59'R. Loftus-Cheek↔A. SaelemaekersAC Milan
- 59'S. Gimenez↔R. LeaoAC Milan
- 59'C. Pulisic↔Y. FofanaAC Milan
- 59'C. Volpato↔D. BerardiSassuolo
- 66'S. Ricci↔A. JashariAC Milan
- 84'A. Pinamonti↔M. NzolaSassuolo
- 84'A. Fadera↔A. LaurienteSassuolo
Contents
Our Prediction
Analytical simulations favor an Away Win (52% probability). Scoring trends point toward Over 2.5 goals, with a projected final scoreline of 1-2 or 1-3.
Top scorelines1-21-3
Match Facts
- Competition
- Serie A
- Date
- Sun 3 May
- Kick-off
- 14:00
- Stadium
- MAPEI Stadium - Città del Tricolore, Reggio Emilia
- Capacity
- 23,717
- Table Position
- Sassuolo 11 · AC Milan 5
Match Preview
This Serie A matchup between Sassuolo and AC Milan presents a fascinating tactical contrast at the Mapei Stadium. Sassuolo has historically been a giant-killer, utilizing a possession-oriented 4-3-3 that prioritizes technical ball circulation in the middle third. AC Milan, currently maintaining elite performance metrics, focuses on verticality and high-speed wide attacking rotations. Statistical modeling suggests that Sassuolo's success will depend on their ability to resist Milan's high-press triggers. Recent data reveals that Milan is particularly dangerous in the first 30 minutes of matches, where their physical intensity often overwhelms technically proficient but physically smaller squads. This match serves as a crucial test for Sassuolo's defensive organization, which has shown variance throughout the season. For Milan, maintaining defensive focus during Sassuolo's prolonged possession phases will be the primary key performance indicator for securing three points.
Expect Milan to force the tempo early, while Sassuolo attempts to slow the game down through ball retention.
AC Milan averages 1.9 goals per match this season.Sassuolo has a 52% average possession rate.Milan has kept a clean sheet in 40% of their last 10 games.75% of H2H meetings at this venue have seen Over 2.5 goals.
Sassuolo's technical fluidity is their hallmark, but their defensive xG conceded remains among the highest in the top half of the table. AC Milan demonstrates superior athleticism in wide areas, resulting in a high volume of shot-creating actions. Their defensive unit is stable, though they have shown vulnerability to late-game set-pieces in away fixtures.
High-Efficiency Tactical Setup: Milan's wing-overload strategy. Defensive Vulnerability Insight: Sassuolo's struggle with 1v1 defensive duels in wide areas. High-Impact Substitution Patterns: Milan's use of power strikers to see out games.
Injuries & Doubts
Sassuolo
D. Boloca
Muscle Injury
J. Idzes
Muscle Injury
Y. Paz
Knee Injury
F. Leysen
Knee Injury
I. Kone
Broken Leg
E. Pieragnolo
Knee Injury
AC Milan
P. Terracciano
Inactive
M. Gabbia
Thigh Injury
A. Saelemaekers
Ankle Injury
Form and Head to Head
Sassuolo
DLWDW
AC Milan
DWDDW
Sassuolo has a track record of scoring against Milan, though Milan has dominated the aggregate results in recent seasons.
Key Stats
xG: 1.25 vs 1.85Goals per match: 1.4 vs 2.0Shots per game: 11.2 vs 15.4
Cards and Corners
Discipline is expected to be moderate (4 cards). Corners are projected to favor Milan due to their vertical attacking style.
Verdict
The final verdict favors AC Milan's attacking variety. Sassuolo's technical play will create chances, but Milan's physical and clinical advantages should prevail over 90 minutes.
FAQ
Does Sassuolo play well against AC Milan?+
Sassuolo often scores against Milan but statistically struggles to secure wins due to defensive vulnerabilities.
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