On Wednesday, September 24, Como will face Sassuolo in the Coppa Italia Round of 32 at home, with the match kicking off at 21:00 Central European Time. Here is a preview of the game.
Como vs Sassuolo: Match Preview
Como has made notable improvements in recent seasons and has started this league campaign strongly. They secured victories against Lazio (2-0) and Fiorentina (2-1), drew with Genoa (1-1), and narrowly lost to Bologna (0-1). With seven points from four matches, Como is currently eighth in the standings. In the Coppa Italia, they progressed past the first round by defeating Südtirol 3-1. Last season, Como was eliminated in the Round of 64, but they have a good chance of advancing further this time.
Sassuolo returned to Serie A after winning Serie B last season, earning 82 points in 38 matches. However, their return to the top division has been tough, with a lack of points. They lost their first two games to Napoli (0-2) and Cremonese (2-3). Sassuolo managed to beat Lazio (1-0) in their third match, but then lost to Inter (1-2). In the Coppa Italia, they advanced past Catanzaro with a 1-0 win. Last season, Sassuolo reached the Round of 16 but lost heavily to Milan (1-6).
Match Facts and Head-to-Head
- Como has lost only one of their last six matches.
- Sassuolo has one win in their last four matches, with three losses.
- Como is unbeaten at home in their last six games.
- These teams have never met in official competitions.
Probable Lineups
- Como: Vigorito; Vojvoda, Ramon, Kempf, Moreno; Caqueret, Da Cunha; Addai, Baturina, Rodriguez; Douvikas
- Sassuolo: Turati; Coulibaly, Cande, Romagna, Doig; Thorstvedt, Boloca, Lipani; Pierini, Cheddira, Fadera
Prediction
Como appears to be the more consistent team and has a strong squad that could advance in the Coppa Italia. I predict Como will win this match.