Serie A 2025-2026: Bologna-Sassuolo, the likely lineups

Emilian derby at the Dall’Ara in the 17th day of Serie A, where Bologna and Sassuolo face each other in a challenge that comes at a delicate time for both teams.

Vincenzo Italiano’s Rossoblù return to focus on the championship after the disappointment of the Super Cup final lost to Napoli, a setback that must be quickly put behind them in order to relaunch themselves in the race for the top spots in the standings. Facing them will be a serene and competitive Sassuolo, capable so far of collecting 21 points and determined to regain a success that has been missing for three days, with the aim of moving further away from dangerous positions and getting closer to the salvation goal.

Italian must do without the disqualified Heggem, but will recover Vitik for the defensive department. Skorupski’s condition remains to be evaluated: if he forfeits, Ravaglia will be confirmed between the posts. In midfield Freuler is still unavailable, with Pobega and Moro ready to act in front of the defense. In attack, space for Dallinga from the first minute.

On the Sassuolo front, Grosso rejoins Thorstvedt in the starting eleven. In the midfield, the ballot between Candé and Voig remains open, while forward Pinamonti’s condition is being monitored, but he should still start from the 1′.

Probable lineups:

Bologna (4-2-3-1): Ravaglia; Zortea, Vitik, Lucumì, Miranda; Pobega, Moro; Orsolini, Odgaard, Rowe; Dallinga.
Coach: Italian.

Sassuolo (4-3-3): Muric; Walukiewicz, Idzes, Muharemovic, Doig; Thorstvedt, Matic, Koné; Volpato, Pinamonti, Laurienté.
Coach: Grosso