2026-2027 Serie A: Sassuolo vs. Milan, Probable Lineups

Sassuolo vs. Milan, a matchup for Matchday 6 of the 2026-27 Serie A season, represents an important test for the Rossoneri’s European ambitions. The match is scheduled for Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the Mapei Stadium in Reggio Emilia. The Neroverdi are in tenth place in the standings with 7 points, the result of 2 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses, with 9 goals scored and 9 conceded. Milan, on the other hand, is in fifth place with 11 points and remains undefeated, having recorded 3 wins and 2 draws, with 10 goals scored and just 4 conceded. On paper, this isn’t a direct clash for the top spots, but for the Rossoneri, it’s a match they shouldn’t underestimate—especially considering that Sassuolo has won every home game so far.
Sassuolo is expected to line up in a 4-3-3 formation, relying on the quality and speed of their attacking wingers. Berardi will play on the right wing, with Laurienté on the opposite flank and Esposito leading the attack. The absences of Boloca and Koné could limit the options available in midfield, where Matić is expected to call the shots, flanked by Thorstvedt and Adžić. In defense, without Idzes, the central defensive pairing could consist of Ćaleta-Car and Leysen, with Turati in goal.
Milan is expected to respond with a 3-4-2-1 formation. Saelemaekers’ absence could open the door for Chukwueze on the right wing, while Bartesaghi is expected on the left. In midfield, Modrić and Rabiot, while Pulisic and Moreira are expected to play behind Ramos, who is set to lead the attack. Based on available information, no players are suspended for the match.
Probable Lineups
Sassuolo (4-3-3): Turati; Cinquegrano, Ćaleta-Car, Leysen, Doig; Thorstvedt, Matić, Adžić; Berardi, Esposito, Laurienté.
Milan (3-4-2-1): Maignan; Gila, De Winter, Pavlović; Chukwueze, Modrić, Rabiot, Bartesaghi; Pulisic, Moreira; Ramos.
