Match Overview

Monza claimed a 2-1 victory over Sassuolo in their Serie A fixture at the U-Power Stadium. Despite managing only 35 percent possession, the home side effectively capitalized on their scoring opportunities to secure all three points. Referee Daniele Perenzoni officiated the match.

First Half Action

Monza's E. Kouadio received a yellow card in the 30th minute. Both teams created chances in the first half, but solid defending and goalkeeping kept the score level at halftime.

Second Half Decisive Goals

Monza broke the deadlock in the 51st minute when G. Varela scored, assisted by S. Birindelli. In the 63rd minute, Monza was awarded a penalty, which G. Varela successfully converted to double the lead.

Tactical Substitutions

Substitutions arrived in the 56th minute as Monza substituted P. Cutrone for D. Mota, R. Mangas for A. Bakoune, and E. Akinsanmiro for F. Ondoa. Sassuolo responded with substitutions in the 64th minute, bringing on K. Bowie and L. Lipani for K. Thorstvedt and N. Matic. Further changes followed in the 72nd minute with B. Dominguez replacing D. Berardi and V. Adzic replacing S. Esposito.

Sassuolo Fightback

Sassuolo continued to press and found a goal in the 88th minute through substitute V. Adzic. However, Monza successfully defended their lead through the remaining minutes and stoppage time.

Discipline and Late Changes

Several yellow cards were issued during the match. M. Folorunsho received a booking in the 74th minute for Monza, followed by L. Lipani for Sassuolo in the 85th minute. Monza's S. Birindelli was booked in the 85th minute and G. Varela received a yellow card in stoppage time (90+2'). Monza made their final change in the 90+3rd minute, bringing on Y. Maye for S. Birindelli.

Match Statistics Breakdown

Sassuolo dominated possession with 65% and registered 20 total shots with 8 on target, along with 580 total passes. Monza recorded 15 total shots with 6 on target, 7 goalkeeper saves, and 313 total passes. Expected goals stood at 1.45 for Monza and 1.58 for Sassuolo.