Sassuolo vs Atalanta Highlights and Goals

Serie A

2:00 PMMarch 1, 2026

Regular Season - 27

Sassuolo

Show Score

2 - 1

HT:(1 - 0)

Atalanta

MAPEI Stadium - Città del Tricolore

Referee: Matteo Marchetti, Italy

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Sassuolo

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Atalanta

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Match Stats Lineups Head-2-Head Standings

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Match Stats

Ball possession

24%

76%

1.52

Expected goals (xG)

2.96

0.00

Goals Prevented

0.00

Attack

7

Total shots

25

5

Shots on target

7

1

Shots off target

11

1

Blocked shots

7

6

Shots inside box

20

1

Shots outside box

5

3

Corner kicks

9

1

Offsides

4

Passing

203

Total passes

650

141 (69%)

Accurate passes

600 (92%)

Discipline

3

Fouls

12

2

Yellow cards

2

1

Red cards

0

6

Goalkeeper saves

3

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Lineup

Sassuolo

4-3-3

49 G A. Muric 9.3

23 D U. Garcia 6.9

80 D T. Muharemovic 7.0

21 D J. Idzes 12' Roughing 6.3

25 D W. Coulibaly 7.3

42 M K. Thorstvedt 69' 7.9

18 M N. Matic 57' Unsportsmanlike conduct 7.3

90 M I. Kone 23' 7.9

45 F A. Lauriente 23' 69' 7.2

99 F A. Pinamonti 16' Serious foul 3.0

10 F D. Berardi (C) 8.0

Substitutes

66 D Pedro Felipe

50 M D. Bakola

44 M E. Iannoni 79' Replaced by A. Fadera 6.5

40 M A. Vranckx

35 M L. Lipani 73' Replaced by N. Matic 6.6

24 F L. Moro

20 F A. Fadera 74' Replaced by A. Lauriente 79' Replaced E. Iannoni

19 D F. Romagna

8 F M. Nzola 73' Replaced by D. Berardi 6.7

7 M C. Volpato

3 D J. Doig 89' Replaced by I. Kone

16 G G. Zacchi

13 G S. Turati

12 G G. Satalino

Coach

Fabio Grosso

Atalanta

3-4-2-1

29 G M. Carnesecchi 6.7

23 D S. Kolasinac 6.3

19 D B. Djimsiti 6.3

42 D G. Scalvini 6.2

47 M L. Bernasconi 21' Roughing 6.3

8 M M. Pasalic 7.5

15 M M. De Roon (C) 8.0

16 M R. Bellanova 6.6

59 F N. Zalewski 58' Roughing 6.5

10 F L. Samardzic 6.6

9 F G. Scamacca 6.2

Substitutes

31 G F. Rossi

57 G M. Sportiello

3 D O. Kossounou

4 D I. Hien 76' Replaced by B. Djimsiti 7.0

5 D M. Bakker

6 M Y. Musah 88' 67' Replaced by N. Zalewski 7.3

7 F K. Sulemana 46' Replaced by L. Bernasconi 6.3

45 F D. Vavassori

77 D D. Zappacosta 88' 46' Replaced by R. Bellanova 6.9

90 F N. Krstovic 46' Replaced by G. Scamacca 6.9

Coach

Raffaele Palladino

Serie A Standings - Serie A

TotalHomeAway

Pos	Team	MP	W	D	L	+/-	GD	Pts	Form
1	Inter	29	22	2	5	65-23	42	68	W 14 February: Inter 3 - 2 Juventus W 21 February: Lecce 0 - 2 Inter W 28 February: Inter 2 - 0 Genoa L 08 March: AC Milan 1 - 0 Inter D 14 March: Inter 1 - 1 Atalanta
2	AC Milan	29	17	9	3	44-21	23	60	D 18 February: AC Milan 1 - 1 Como L 22 February: AC Milan 0 - 1 Parma W 01 March: Cremonese 0 - 2 AC Milan W 08 March: AC Milan 1 - 0 Inter L 15 March: Lazio 1 - 0 AC Milan
3	Napoli	29	18	5	6	45-30	15	59	D 15 February: Napoli 2 - 2 AS Roma L 22 February: Atalanta 2 - 1 Napoli W 28 February: Hellas Verona 1 - 2 Napoli W 06 March: Napoli 2 - 1 Torino W 14 March: Napoli 2 - 1 Lecce
4	Como	29	15	9	5	48-22	26	54	D 18 February: AC Milan 1 - 1 Como W 21 February: Juventus 0 - 2 Como W 28 February: Como 3 - 1 Lecce W 07 March: Cagliari 1 - 2 Como W 15 March: Como 2 - 1 AS Roma
5	Juventus	29	15	8	6	51-28	23	53	L 14 February: Inter 3 - 2 Juventus L 21 February: Juventus 0 - 2 Como D 01 March: AS Roma 3 - 3 Juventus W 07 March: Juventus 4 - 0 Pisa W 14 March: Udinese 0 - 1 Juventus
6	AS Roma	29	16	3	10	39-23	16	51	D 15 February: Napoli 2 - 2 AS Roma W 22 February: AS Roma 3 - 0 Cremonese D 01 March: AS Roma 3 - 3 Juventus L 08 March: Genoa 2 - 1 AS Roma L 15 March: Como 2 - 1 AS Roma
7	Atalanta	29	12	11	6	40-27	13	47	W 14 February: Lazio 0 - 2 Atalanta W 22 February: Atalanta 2 - 1 Napoli L 01 March: Sassuolo 2 - 1 Atalanta D 07 March: Atalanta 2 - 2 Udinese D 14 March: Inter 1 - 1 Atalanta
8	Bologna	29	12	6	11	38-34	4	42	W 15 February: Torino 1 - 2 Bologna W 23 February: Bologna 1 - 0 Udinese W 02 March: Pisa 0 - 1 Bologna L 08 March: Bologna 1 - 2 Hellas Verona W 15 March: Sassuolo 0 - 1 Bologna
9	Lazio	29	10	10	9	29-28	1	40	L 14 February: Lazio 0 - 2 Atalanta D 21 February: Cagliari 0 - 0 Lazio L 01 March: Torino 2 - 0 Lazio W 09 March: Lazio 2 - 1 Sassuolo W 15 March: Lazio 1 - 0 AC Milan
10	Sassuolo	29	11	5	13	35-39	-4	38	W 15 February: Udinese 1 - 2 Sassuolo W 20 February: Sassuolo 3 - 0 Hellas Verona W 01 March: Sassuolo 2 - 1 Atalanta L 09 March: Lazio 2 - 1 Sassuolo L 15 March: Sassuolo 0 - 1 Bologna
11	Udinese	29	10	6	13	33-42	-9	36	L 15 February: Udinese 1 - 2 Sassuolo L 23 February: Bologna 1 - 0 Udinese W 02 March: Udinese 3 - 0 Fiorentina D 07 March: Atalanta 2 - 2 Udinese L 14 March: Udinese 0 - 1 Juventus
12	Parma	29	8	10	11	21-36	-15	34	W 15 February: Parma 2 - 1 Hellas Verona W 22 February: AC Milan 0 - 1 Parma D 27 February: Parma 1 - 1 Cagliari D 08 March: Fiorentina 0 - 0 Parma L 13 March: Torino 4 - 1 Parma
13	Genoa	29	8	9	12	36-40	-4	33	D 15 February: Cremonese 0 - 0 Genoa W 22 February: Genoa 3 - 0 Torino L 28 February: Inter 2 - 0 Genoa W 08 March: Genoa 2 - 1 AS Roma W 15 March: Hellas Verona 0 - 2 Genoa
14	Torino	29	9	6	14	32-50	-18	33	L 15 February: Torino 1 - 2 Bologna L 22 February: Genoa 3 - 0 Torino W 01 March: Torino 2 - 0 Lazio L 06 March: Napoli 2 - 1 Torino W 13 March: Torino 4 - 1 Parma
15	Cagliari	29	7	9	13	31-41	-10	30	L 16 February: Cagliari 0 - 2 Lecce D 21 February: Cagliari 0 - 0 Lazio D 27 February: Parma 1 - 1 Cagliari L 07 March: Cagliari 1 - 2 Como L 15 March: Pisa 3 - 1 Cagliari
16	Lecce	29	7	6	16	21-39	-18	27	W 16 February: Cagliari 0 - 2 Lecce L 21 February: Lecce 0 - 2 Inter L 28 February: Como 3 - 1 Lecce W 08 March: Lecce 2 - 1 Cremonese L 14 March: Napoli 2 - 1 Lecce
17	Fiorentina	28	5	10	13	30-42	-12	25	D No match found W 23 February: Fiorentina 1 - 0 Pisa W No match found L No match found D No match found
18	Cremonese	28	5	9	14	22-40	-18	24	L No match found D No match found L 01 March: Cremonese 0 - 2 AC Milan L 08 March: Lecce 2 - 1 Cremonese L 16 March: Cremonese 1 - 4 Fiorentina
19	Pisa	29	2	12	15	23-49	-26	18	L 13 February: Pisa 1 - 2 AC Milan L 23 February: Fiorentina 1 - 0 Pisa L 02 March: Pisa 0 - 1 Bologna L 07 March: Juventus 4 - 0 Pisa W 15 March: Pisa 3 - 1 Cagliari
20	Hellas Verona	29	3	9	17	22-51	-29	18	L 15 February: Parma 2 - 1 Hellas Verona L 20 February: Sassuolo 3 - 0 Hellas Verona L 28 February: Hellas Verona 1 - 2 Napoli W 08 March: Bologna 1 - 2 Hellas Verona L 15 March: Hellas Verona 0 - 2 Genoa

Qualification/Relegation

• Promotion - Champions League (League phase)
• Promotion - Europa League (League phase)
• Promotion - Conference League (Qualification)
• Relegation - Serie B

Sassuolo secured a remarkable 2-1 victory over Atalanta at the MAPEI Stadium, overcoming an early red card to clinch all three points.

Sassuolo defied all expectations to defeat Atalanta 2-1 in a dramatic Serie A fixture on March 1, 2026. Ismael Kone and Kristian Thorstvedt were the heroes, each scoring crucial goals.

The hosts, Sassuolo, entered the match sitting 9th in the league table. They sought to build on a decent run of form. Atalanta, placed 7th, aimed to strengthen their challenge for a European spot.

The game exploded into controversy early on. Sassuolo defender J. Idzes received a yellow card in the 12th minute. Moments later, Andrea Pinamonti was shown a straight red card in the 16th minute for a serious foul, leaving Sassuolo with ten men.

Despite the numerical disadvantage, Sassuolo responded bravely. Ismael Kone stunned the visitors, finding the net in the 23rd minute. Armand Lauriente delivered the assist, capping a swift counter-attack.

Atalanta pressed for an equalizer, attempting to exploit their extra man. However, Sassuolo goalkeeper Arijanet Muric was in inspired form, making several crucial saves. Federico Grosso picked up a yellow card for Sassuolo in first-half stoppage time.

At halftime, Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini made three immediate changes, hoping to turn the tide. Sassuolo’s task was clear: maintain defensive solidity and look for opportunities on the break.

The second half saw Atalanta dominate possession and territory. Sassuolo defended resolutely, frustrating their opponents. Nemanja Matic and Nicola Zalewski were both booked in quick succession around the 57th minute.

Sassuolo then delivered a devastating blow against the run of play. Kristian Thorstvedt fired home in the 69th minute, doubling the lead. Lauriente secured his second assist of the match, threading a perfect pass.

Atalanta finally found a breakthrough late in the game. Substitute Yunus Musah scored in the 88th minute, reducing the deficit. Davide Zappacosta provided the assist, setting up a nervy conclusion.

Sassuolo endured intense pressure during the five minutes of added time. Their ten men showcased incredible determination. Muric continued his heroic performance between the posts, securing the memorable win.

Atalanta boasted 76% possession and registered 25 shots, with 7 on target, demonstrating their offensive effort. Their expected goals (xG) stood at 2.96. Sassuolo managed only 24% possession and 7 shots, 5 on target, but converted their chances efficiently, outperforming their 1.52 xG.

This victory provides a significant boost for Sassuolo, improving their league position and confidence. For Atalanta, it represents a missed opportunity to advance further up the Serie A table.