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Josh Doig - Scores opener in 2-2 draw Doig scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Bologna.

Impact Doig scored the opening goal of the game as Sassuolo would go on to draw against Bologna. This was Doig's first goal for Sassuolo, having joined the club in 2023-24. The goal came from his second shot of the season and was his first on target. He also had a positive impact defensively winning both of his tackles and making an interception, a clearnace and a block.

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Vasilije Adzic - Scored second in 2-2 draw Adzic scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Bologna.

Impact Adzic scored the second goal for Sassuolo as they would go on to concede a late equalizer and draw 2-2. In the first three games this season, he has scored one and assisted another. For the second game in a row he has created four chances to bring him to 10 for the first three games. In this game he was trusted with three corners. He also took three shots to bring him to eight for the first three games.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Arijanet Muric - Three saves in 2-2 draw Muric recorded three saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Bologna.

Impact Muric made three saves as Saussuolo drew 2-2 with Bologna. The second goal he conceded came in the 91st minute and disappointingly left them with only one point instead of three. He has made at least three saves in all three games so far this season, but is still waiting on his first clean sheet of the season.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cristian Volpato - Bows out in first half versus Bologna Volpato recorded one tackle (zero won) and two clearances in 38 minutes in Sunday's game against Bologna before exiting because of a muscular problem, Gianluca Di Marzio reported.

Impact Volpato only picked up stats in the back during his time on the pitch. Usual starter Domenico Berardi, who has been limited so far by an early ankle injury, came in to replace him and will take over the role going forward. Volpato is poised for exams before next Sunday's home game versus Juventus.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Darryl Bakola - Ruled out late for Bologna tilt Bakola is unavailable for Sunday's fixture versus Bologna because of muscular discomfort, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Bakola didn't feel completely right in the last training session, and the team preferred not to take any chances. His next opportunity will come against Juventus next Sunday. Luca Lipani is starting over Kristian Thorstvedt in the midfield.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Bologna vs Sassuolo Prediction and Betting Tips | September 6th 2026 Having kicked off the new Italian Serie A campaign with two consecutive defeats, Bologna will be aiming to find their feet when they welcome Sassuolo to the Renato Dall'Ara Stadium...

3 DAYS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Edoardo Iannoni - Leaves Sassuolo Iannoni has joined Verona on a permanent deal from Sassuolo.

Impact Iannoni will search for a more consistent role in Serie B after appearing 15 times (one start) last season, scoring once. Sassuolo added Vasilije Adzic and Ibrahim Sulemana to their midfield, without losing any player at this stage.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Ibrahim Sulemana - Heads to Sassuolo Sulemana (knee) has moved to Sassuolo on loan with an option to buy from Atalanta.

Impact Sulemana goes out on loan again after playing at Bologna and Cagliari in recent campaigns. He posted 11 shots (two on target), 19 tackles s and 14 clearances in 16 appearances (seven starts) last year, scoring once. He'll deputize Darryl Bakola, Vasilije Adzic and Morten Thorsvedt once healthy, as he was initially expected to return in mid-September.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Duje Caleta-Car - Transferred to Sassuolo Caleta-Car has signed a contract with Sassuolo after terminating his contract with Lyon, according to the club.

Impact Caleta-Car made 130 appearances for Marseille between 2018 and 2022, contributing five goals and three assists, and later added 57 appearances for Lyon before spending last season on loan at Real Sociedad, where he won the Copa del Rey, beating Atletico Madrid in the final and bringing his career trophy count to eight. The 29 year old Croatian center back also spent time at Southampton and won four straight Austrian titles with Red Bull Salzburg earlier in his career, and has earned 38 caps for Croatia, including at this summer's World Cup, along with 57 appearances across the Champions League, Europa League and Conference League.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Atalanta vs. Bologna Prediction, Picks, Live Odds – Aug. 31 Atalanta will play at home versus Bologna on Monday, after mixed results in their most recent games in Serie A -- a win over Sassuolo and a...

AUGUST 31 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Armand Lauriente - Seven shots, no goal Lauriente registered seven shots (two on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Torino. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the...

Impact Lauriente was once again the leading shot taker for Sassuolo after six shots in the opener, with the attacker recording seven on Saturday despite no goal. He is yet to score a goal this season despite his 13 shots (four on target), chasing his seven goals in 38 appearances last season.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Fedde Leysen - Earns start, notches assist Leysen assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Torino.

Impact Leysen was given the start in the middle of the defense Saturday after a bench role in the opener, playing the full 90. He would come up with a big moment in the 78th minute, finding Domenico Berardi for the game-winning goal. This is his first assist in the league following a loan from Belgium, also adding four clearances in the defense Saturday.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Vasilije Adzic - Records assist Adzic assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and four chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Torino.

Impact Adzic earned yet another start to open the season, with the 20-year-old appearing to be set for a decent role with the club following his loan. He would also add an assist on the opening goal of the match, finding Cristian Volpato in the 32nd minute. This gives the young attacker his first-ever Serie A assist, although it isn't his first goal contribution after netting a goal with Juventus last campaign.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Domenico Berardi - Nets goal Berardi scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Torino.

Impact Berardi was only on the field for 18 minutes Saturday but played a major role in the win, scoring the game-winner in the 78th minute. This is the attacker's first goal contribution of the season, as it was also his first time on the field after missing the opener. He will look to get back into a starting role moving forward, a veteran of the club who has held a solid role in the team since the 2015/16 season.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Cristian Volpato - Scores opener Volpato scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 win against Torino. In addition, he was given a yellow card...

Impact Volpato would get Sassuolo on the scoreboard Saturday as they took home the win, netting the opener in the 32nd minute. This would go along with his one cross, three shots and three chances created. This is a good start for the attacker, as he recorded only two goals and four assists in 24 appearances (11 starts) last campaign.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Arijanet Muric - Concedes one against Torino Muric made three saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 win over Torino.

Impact Muric had a decent match but still couldn't keep the clean sheet with his three saves, allowing a lone goal in the win. He has now allowed three goals in two matches this season, still in search of a clean sheet. He will face Bologna on Sept. 6, a team that failed to score in their opener.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Ignace Van Der Brempt - Dealt to Sassuolo Van der Brempt has transferred from Como to Sassuolo on loan with a conditional obligation to buy.

Impact Van der Brempt logged exactly 20 appearances in the past two seasons at Como (25 total starts) but had been surpassed by newcomer Yan Couto and Ivan Smolcic in the pecking order. He'll compete with Sebastian Walukiewicz (undisclosed) and Simone Cinquegrano at Sassuolo, where he'll have better chances to be a regular. He contributed to two clean sheets, assisted once and notched 11 crosses (two accurate), 19 clearances and 30 tackles last season.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Berardi To The Rescue! | SASSUOLO-TORINO | HIGHLIGHTS | Serie A 2026/27

AUGUST 29 • YOUTUBE

Franck Kessie rejoins Atalanta after Juventus also tried to sign him

Ivory Coast captain Franck Kessie has signed with Atalanta to mark a return to the first club that he played for in Europe

AUGUST 29 • Associated Press

Domenico Berardi - Bench option for Torino tilt Berardi (ankle) is available for Saturday's clash with Torino.

Impact Berardi is returning after dealing with a lingering ankle problem and skipping the opener but will be eased into action, with Cristian Volpato staying in the XI. He recorded eight goals, four assists, 40 shots (21 on target) and 33 key passes in 26 appearances in 2025/2026.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Sassuolo vs. Torino FC Prediction, Picks, Live Odds – Aug. 29 The upcoming fixture list in Serie A includes 12th-place Sassuolo hosting 12th-place Torino FC -- both coming off defeats -- on Saturday, Au...

AUGUST 29 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Sebastiano Esposito - Transfers to Sassuolo Esposito is headed to Sassuolo on loan with an option to buy from Cagliari.

Impact Esposito obtains the transfer he was looking for after failing to secure a new contract at Cagliari and holding out. He was a key player and recorded seven goals, five assists, 57 shots (16 on target) and 71 chances created in 2025/2026. He'll face more competition, primarily from Kieron Bowie, Darren Bakola and Vasiljie Adzic, in a different system at Sassuolo.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Sebastian Walukiewicz - Out for Torino clash Walukewicz (thigh) "is a little behind schedule and won't return Saturday," coach Alberto Acquilani announced.

Impact Walukewicz is reportedly nursing a thigh issue and hasn't been able to train fully for a couple of weeks at this point. He could skip further fixtures, considering the manager's remarks. Simone Cinquegrano will likely fill in for him again at right-back, as there are no other pure options for the role.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Domenico Berardi - Could be back versus Torino Berardi (ankle) "resumed training with us this week, so he has a shot to be available," coach Alberto Aquilani stated.

Impact Berardi is feeling better and could return to the squad after missing the first two official matches of the campaign. The final determination about his status will come on game day, and he'll be eased into action if he's an option, as he's been tending to the injury for a few weeks. Cristian Volpato will likely get the nod again.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Sassuolo vs Torino Prediction and Betting Tips | August 29th 2026 Sassuolo and Torino trade tackles at the Mapei Stadium on Saturday as the 2026-27 Serie A campaign enters its second round of fixtures.

AUGUST 27 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

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