Sassuolo vs Atalanta: match statistics
Atalanta demonstrates a clear advantage in the key statistics of this match. The visitors hold a significantly better league position (7th place vs 9th place) and a positive goal difference away from home (+3) compared to Sassuolo's negative home goal difference (-4). Atalanta is characterized by a solid defense on the road, conceding an average of only 0.92 goals per match and keeping clean sheets in 42% of games, while Sassuolo concedes an average of 1.46 goals at home. Both teams are in excellent form with four wins in their last five matches, however, Atalanta has a better win percentage for the season (46% overall vs 38% for Sassuolo) and a significantly lower loss rate away from home (25% vs 46% for Sassuolo at home). Atalanta's higher average possession (53% vs 47%) and lower percentage of matches without a goal scored (17% vs 38%) further speak in favor of the visitors. Taking all these factors into account, Atalanta has a realistic chance of securing a victory, although their high draw percentage away from home (42%) means that a share of the points is also likely.
Sassuolo vs Atalanta: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Sassuolo played against Atalanta in Serie A (Italy). The game was played on March 1, 2026. Final score: 2:1.
Recent form
Sassuolo has 4 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 2.40 points per game. Atalanta has 4 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses, with 2.60 points per game.
Scoring records
Sassuolo scores 1.23 goals per game and allows 1.35. Atalanta scores 1.38 and allows 0.85. Games in this league average 2.42 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 46% of Sassuolo's games and 50% of Atalanta's. The Over 2.5 rates are 54% and 35%, compared with league averages of 46% for BTTS and 46% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Atalanta has the higher season xG average, 1.60 to 1.22 per game. Sassuolo takes 10.8 shots per game, while Atalanta takes 14.5.
First-half and second-half trends
Sassuolo leads at halftime in 23% of its games and scores 0.73 goals per game after halftime. Atalanta leads at halftime in 42% and scores 0.73 after halftime.
When the teams score
Sassuolo's most productive scoring window is minutes 61-75 (9 goals). For Atalanta, it is minutes 76-90+ (9 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Serie A games average 2.42 goals. Both teams score in 46% of games, and 46% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 3.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Atalanta demonstrates a clear advantage in the key statistics of this match. The visitors hold a significantly better league position (7th place vs 9th place) and a positive goal difference away from home (+3) compared to Sassuolo's negative home goal difference (-4). Atalanta is characterized by a solid defense on the road, conceding an average of only 0.92 goals per match and keeping clean sheets in 42% of games, while Sassuolo concedes an average of 1.46 goals at home. Both teams are in excellent form with four wins in their last five matches, however, Atalanta has a better win percentage for the season (46% overall vs 38% for Sassuolo) and a significantly lower loss rate away from home (25% vs 46% for Sassuolo at home). Atalanta's higher average possession (53% vs 47%) and lower percentage of matches without a goal scored (17% vs 38%) further speak in favor of the visitors. Taking all these factors into account, Atalanta has a realistic chance of securing a victory, although their high draw percentage away from home (42%) means that a share of the points is also likely.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Sassuolo | Atalanta | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 35% | 32% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.33 | 0.29 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Atalanta is 8% better for: last-5 form.
2.4 pts / game - Sassuolo · 2.6 pts / game - Atalanta
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Atalanta is 12% better for: goals scored per game.
1.23 goals / game - Sassuolo · 1.38 goals / game - Atalanta
Atalanta is 59% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.35 goals / game - Sassuolo · 0.85 goals / game - Atalanta
Sassuolo scores in 65% of games (17 of 26 meczów), while Atalanta keeps a clean sheet in 38% (10 of 26 meczów).
Atalanta scores in 81% of games (21 of 26 meczów), while Sassuolo keeps a clean sheet in 23% (6 of 26 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Sassuolo
Over / Under - Atalanta
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Atalanta is 50% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.08 pts / game - Sassuolo · 1.62 pts / game - Atalanta
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Sassuolo - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 23% of games and wins 38%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.1 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Atalanta - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 42% of games and wins 46%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.80 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.6 | 1.6 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 60% |
| No goal | 40% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +2 | 0 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.00 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 80% |
| No goal | 40% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +4 | +4 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 61-75 (9 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): -3 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (9 goals). Concedes most in 16-30 (6). Late-goal balance (76-90): +3 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Sassuolo
Atalanta
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Serie A).
Teams vs league
| Sassuolo | Liga | Atalanta | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 2.58 | 2.42 | ▼ 2.23 |
| Both teams scored | • 46% | 46% | ▲ 50% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 54% | 46% | ▼ 35% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 23% | 32% | ▲ 38% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 73% | 65% | ▲ 73% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 81% | 77% | ▼ 73% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Sassuolo's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses against Atalanta. Games average 3.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Sassuolo vs Atalanta?
The Serie A match finished Sassuolo 2:1 Atalanta. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Sassuolo vs Atalanta?
Sassuolo score 1.23 goals per game on average and Atalanta 1.38. The Serie A average is 2.42 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 46% of games. Both teams score in 46% of Sassuolo's matches and 50% of Atalanta's.
What form are Sassuolo and Atalanta in?
Over the last 5 games Sassuolo have a 4-0-1 record (2.40 points per game) and Atalanta 4-1-0 (2.60 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Sassuolo vs Atalanta?
The statistical background for Sassuolo vs Atalanta — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.