01 · 2 legs
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- AC Milan to win46%
- Under 3.5 goals73%
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The clash between Sassuolo and AC Milan is set against a backdrop of intriguing numbers. Despite their position in the table, the visitors are favored with a 46% probability to secure a win. However, the model shows only a slim margin in these chances. The hosts' possession game and high press may disrupt Milan's control-oriented style, leading to a contest where possession stats will reveal much about the dynamic on the pitch.
Milan's unbeaten streak of five matches in the league suggests resilience, and they've consistently found the back of the net in their last eight outings. However, a closer examination of the expected goals (xG) suggests a tighter matchup than the league table might imply. Sassuolo's xG per match slightly edges over Milan's, highlighting their ability to carve out quality chances. Meanwhile, Milan's better defensive numbers, with a lower expected goals against (xGA), reflect their organizational strength at the back.
Given the small sample size of head-to-head encounters since 2021, with Sassuolo winning once and drawing once, it's clear the historical edge is minimal and less predictive of tomorrow's encounter. For this specific match, the model's expected-goals forecast favors AC Milan (1.48 vs 1.14), even though Sassuolo's season-long xG per match is slightly higher — suggesting a competitive game where both teams could score. A 1-1 draw appears as the most likely scoreline, closely followed by a narrow AC Milan win, like 0-1 or 1-2.
For bettors, there's notable value in backing the home side at odds of 4.2 with LeoVegas, given the model's 29% rating—substantial value considering the probability. Additionally, the under 3.5 market offers a slight edge at odds of 1.38, though the margin here is marginal. As the numbers suggest a close contest, the allure lies in Sassuolo's potential to upset the odds at home.
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| Bookmaker | 1 · Sassuolo | X | 2 · AC Milan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Betsafe | EV+ 26% 4.40 | 3.60 | 1.80 |
| LeoVegas | EV+ 20% 4.20 | 3.70 | 1.80 |
| Nordicbet | EV+ 27% 4.45 | 3.65 | 1.82 |
Odds updated 3 Oct, 07:37
Head-to-head based on Serie A data since 2021.
Solid line = created (xG), dashed = conceded (xGA).
Last 5 matches. Circle size = pass volume, line width = combinations between players. Attacking left to right.
The same network weighted by offensive threat (xT): circle size = threat created by the player, line width = threat of the combinations. Last 5 matches, attacking left to right.
| Performance | Sassuolo | AC Milan |
|---|---|---|
| Points | 7 | 11 |
| xPoints | 7.8 | 7 |
| xG per match | 1.6 | 1.5 |
| xGA per match | 1.4 | 1 |
| xG within 8s of winning the ball | 0.22 | 0.24 |
| xGA within 8s of losing the ball | 0.18 | 0.28 |
| Playing style | Sassuolo | AC Milan |
|---|---|---|
| Build-up efficiency | 0.32 | 0.33 |
| Field tilt | 0.51 | 0.55 |
| xT per match | 1.1 | 1.2 |
| xTA per match | 1 | 0.68 |
| Won balls, offensive half | 20 | 22 |
| Pressing intensity | 0.23 | 0.22 |
| Pressing efficiency | 0.21 | 0.31 |
| Pressing efficiency, offensive half | 0.19 | 0.24 |
| Entries into the box per match | 16 | 12 |
| Entries into the box against | 14 | 7 |
| Pass completion % | 0.81 | 0.83 |
| Pass completion % under pressure | 0.78 | 0.79 |
| Passes per match | 403 | 521 |
| Passes against per match | 464 | 313 |
| Switches of play per match | 25.4 | 31.8 |
| Long balls per match | 31 | 34 |
| Set pieces | Sassuolo | AC Milan |
|---|---|---|
| xG from free kicks | 0.07 | 0 |
| Corners per match | 4.6 | 2.9 |
| Corners against per match | 6.8 | 3.5 |
| xG per corner | 0.03 | 0.09 |
| xGA per corner against | 0.01 | 0.01 |
| First touch, offensive corners % | 0.57 | 0.64 |
| First touch, defensive corners % | 0.56 | 0.71 |
| Other | Sassuolo | AC Milan |
|---|---|---|
| Throw-in control | 0.74 | 0.71 |
| The goalkeepers | Arijanet Anan Murić (Sassuolo) | Mike Maignan (AC Milan) |
|---|---|---|
| Saves | 22 | 13 |
| Save % | 71% | 77% |
| xG prevented | 43% | 41% |
| Claims | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) |
The model gives AC Milan a 46% win probability. Full 1X2 picture: Sassuolo 29%, draw 26%, AC Milan 46%.
The model's most likely final score is 1-1 at 13% probability.
The model rates over 2.5 goals at 49% and under at 51%.
The probability of both teams scoring is 53% according to the model.
The same rules as the bookmakers’ builders: legs that contradict or already follow from your slip cannot be combined — for example correct score 2–1 with under 2.5 goals. The difference is that we don’t look the rules up in a table; we compute them straight from the score matrix.

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