Sassuolo vs AS Roma Prediction

Right then, let's have a proper look at this Serie A clash between Sassuolo and the high-flying AS Roma. The lads from Rome are sitting pretty in 4th spot with 15 points from 7 games, while Sassuolo are languishing in 9th with just 10 points.

When you dig into the recent form, it's a tale of two different stories entirely. Roma have been banging in the results with 6 wins from their last 10 games, including a cracking away record - they've won their last 4 on the road! They've only let in 5 goals in those 10 matches, which is proper solid at the back. Their recent away wins include a 2-1 at Fiorentina, 2-1 at Nice, 1-0 at Lazio, and 1-0 at Pisa.

Sassuolo, on the other hand, are having a right old time of it. Only 2 wins from 10 games, scoring a measly 8 goals (that's 0.8 per game, folks). They've looked toothless recently with a 0-0 draw against Lecce, and losses to Como (0-3), Inter (1-2), and Cremonese (2-3). They're struggling to find the back of the net, simple as that.

The head-to-head doesn't give us much to go on - it's pretty even over 9 matches, but Roma have the edge in recent meetings. The last time they met, Roma won 1-0.

Looking at the stats, Roma dominate possession (57.8% vs 44.4%) and take more shots. But the key thing here is Roma's defence - they're keeping clean sheets half the time and only concede 0.5 goals per game. Sassuolo can't buy a goal at the moment.

The bookies have Roma as clear favorites at 1.92 for the away win, but I reckon there's better value elsewhere. Given Roma's defensive solidity and Sassuolo's attacking woes, I'm leaning towards both teams NOT scoring.