{"id":1448772,"date":"2026-05-13T11:53:17","date_gmt":"2026-05-13T10:53:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1448772"},"modified":"2026-05-13T11:53:18","modified_gmt":"2026-05-13T10:53:18","slug":"match-preview-sassuolo-vs-lecce-17-05-26-serie-a","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-sassuolo-vs-lecce-17-05-26-serie-a\/","title":{"rendered":"Sassuolo vs Lecce: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Sassuolo<\/a> welcome Lecce<\/a> to the Mapei Stadium for a crucial late-season Serie A<\/a> clash on Sunday, 17 May, with kick-off set for 7:45pm (UK time). <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While Sassuolo have struggled for consistency, they boast a major attacking edge, whereas Lecce’s physicality and defensive resilience have helped them stay above the drop zone. With just one defeat in their last six meetings, Sassuolo enter as slight favourites, but Lecce\u2019s battling style and recent away form suggest this could be a tight affair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Based on the stark contrast in attacking output and the history of close contests between these sides, here are our top betting recommendations for this match. We’re particularly confident in backing Sassuolo on the Match Result market due to their superior creativity and goal threat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Bookmaker<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Sassuolo to Win<\/strong><\/td>\n9\/5 @ Betfair<\/a>
(35.7%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nWe\u2019re backing Sassuolo to win because they have scored nearly double the goals of Lecce this season (44 vs 24) and have a much higher assist tally. Their attack, led by Berardi and Pinamonti, has the firepower to break down Lecce, who have lost 20 of 36 league games.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Both Teams to Score \u2013 Yes<\/strong><\/td>\n4\/5 @ Bet365<\/a>
(55.6%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nThere could be value here due to both sides\u2019 defensive records: Sassuolo have conceded 46 and Lecce 48 this season. Four of the last six head-to-heads saw both teams score. Sassuolo\u2019s attacking intent and Lecce\u2019s set-piece threat make this a tempting pick.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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    Season Form & Standings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Sassuolo have established themselves in mid-table with a strong attack but a leaky defence, while Lecce are fighting to avoid the drop, relying on grit more than flair. Both sides have been inconsistent, but the points gap (49 vs 32) and goal difference (-2 vs -24) underline the gulf in quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Team<\/th>\nPos<\/th>\nP<\/th>\nW<\/th>\nD<\/th>\nL<\/th>\nGF<\/th>\nGA<\/th>\nGD<\/th>\nPts<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    Sassuolo<\/td>\n11<\/td>\n36<\/td>\n14<\/td>\n7<\/td>\n15<\/td>\n44<\/td>\n46<\/td>\n-2<\/td>\n49<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Lecce<\/td>\n17<\/td>\n36<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n20<\/td>\n24<\/td>\n48<\/td>\n-24<\/td>\n32<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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