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Sassuolo vs Genoa | Football Preview & Betting Tips | 3 November 2025

Sassuolo vs Genoa — Serie A, 3 November 2025

Mid-table Sassuolo host relegation-threatened Genoa in a Serie A scrap at Mapei Stadium.

????️ Introduction

Sassuolo push for consistency while Genoa fight for survival, with recent managerial change adding intrigue. Mapei will be lively with home support, Genoa fans travelling in hope. Sassuolo in 4-3-3 to press high; Genoa 3-5-2 under interim, compact and countering. Injuries: No major issues for Sassuolo; Genoa no new concerns.

???? Tactical Trends
  • Ball battle: Sassuolo average 48% and attack wide; Genoa 46% sit deep.
  • Chance gap: Sassuolo create 1.3 xG centrally; Genoa 0.9 from breaks.
  • Dead balls: Sassuolo score 0.3 from set pieces; Genoa leak 0.4.

???? Form

Sassuolo last 10: 4–2–4, goals 12 for / 14 against, clean sheets 3. Up and down, better at home with set-piece wins.

Genoa last 10: 1–3–6, goals 6 for / 15 against, clean sheets 1. Struggling, winless run, poor scoring.

???? Average Goals Scored per Game
Sassuolo
1.2
Genoa
0.6

Sassuolo twice as threatening.

???? Average Goals Conceded per Game
Sassuolo
1.4
Genoa
1.5

Both leaky.

???? Clean Sheet Percentage
Sassuolo
30%
Genoa
10%

Sassuolo keep more shutouts.

???? Average Possession
Sassuolo
48%
Genoa
46%

Tight on ball share.

???? Average Corners per Game
Sassuolo
4.9
Genoa
4.3

Sassuolo edge; total around 9.

???? Average Yellow Cards per Game
Sassuolo
2.2
Genoa
2.4

Feisty; 5 cards expected.

???? Average Shots per Game (Total / On Target)
Sassuolo
11.8 / 4.1
Genoa
10.2 / 3.4

Sassuolo more shots.

???? Expected Goals (xG) per Game / xG Against
Sassuolo
1.3 For / 1.4 Against
Genoa
0.9 For / 1.6 Against

Sassuolo create more.

???? Average Set Piece Goals (For / Against)
Sassuolo
0.3 / 0.3
Genoa
0.1 / 0.4

Sassuolo better from dead balls.

???? Passing & Defensive Work
Sassuolo
82% pass rate / 16.7 tackles + interceptions
Genoa
79% pass rate / 15.9 tackles + interceptions

Sassuolo sharper.

???? Goal Timing (First Half / Second Half)
Sassuolo
40% / 60%
Genoa
30% / 70%

Both late scorers.

???? Over 2.5 Goals Frequency
Sassuolo
40%
Genoa
30%

Often low totals.

???? Average Points per Game
Sassuolo
1.3
Genoa
0.5

Sassuolo picking up more.

????️ Home vs Away Form

Sassuolo at home: 50% win rate with 2 wins from 4, averaging 1.5 goals for and 1.3 against, 1 clean sheet — solid base.

Genoa away: 0% win rate with 0 wins from 4, averaging 0.5 goals for and 2.0 against, 0 clean sheets — vulnerable travellers.

⚔️ Attack vs Defence
Goals For (per game)
Goals Against (per game)

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Sassuolo’s attack exploits Genoa’s defence.

???? BTTS Likelihood
KickTheBookies BTTS likelihood
32%
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???? Expected Goals (xG) Match-up
xG For (per game)
xG Against (per game)

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Sassuolo average 1.3 xG, Genoa 0.9, highlighting the chance disparity.

⚖️ Head-to-Head

Sassuolo lead recent clashes: 2-1 away at Luigi Ferraris in April 2026, 1-1 home in December 2025, 2-1 loss away in May 2025, 1-0 home in December 2024, 3-2 loss away in March 2024. Tight games; Sassuolo unbeaten in last two.

???? KickTheBookies Prediction

Sassuolo’s form and home edge overpower Genoa’s struggles; hosts grind out win.

Prediction: 1–0 home win.

???? Betting Tips

Main pick: Sassuolo to Win — better xG, home form, Genoa crisis.

Value angle: Under 2.5 Goals — Genoa score 0.6, low over rate.


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❓ FAQ: Sassuolo vs Genoa
Who will win Sassuolo vs Genoa?

Sassuolo should take it.

What is the best bet in the Sassuolo vs Genoa game?

Sassuolo to win; under 2.5 goals value.

What time does Sassuolo vs Genoa kick off in the UK?

2:00 PM GMT on Monday 3 November 2025.

Where is Sassuolo vs Genoa being played?

Mapei Stadium, Reggio Emilia.

What are the recent head-to-head results between Sassuolo and Genoa?

Genoa 1-2 home, Sassuolo 1-1 home, Genoa 2-1 home, Sassuolo 1-0 home, Genoa 3-2 home.

Who has the better form going into Sassuolo vs Genoa?

Sassuolo with 4-2-4 last 10; Genoa 1-3-6.

What is the KickTheBookies prediction for Sassuolo vs Genoa?

1-0 to Sassuolo.

Who has the best xG Sassuolo vs Genoa?

Sassuolo at 1.3 for / 1.4 against; Genoa 0.9 / 1.6.

Will BTTS in the Sassuolo v Genoa game?

32% likelihood per model.

Will we see over or under 2.5 goals in the Sassuolo vs Genoa game?

Leaning under with Genoa’s low scoring.