Sassuolo vs Lecce Prediction (17.05.2026)

Lecce is only one point above the relegation line, and the pressure around the team remains enormous before the last two rounds in Serie A. The first obstacle is a visit to Sassuolo, who are now calmly finishing the season and have no real goals in the standings. However, for Lecce, every point could prove crucial in the battle for survival.

The hosts continue to alternate between strong and less convincing performances, but they appear much more stable at home. Sassuolo has won five of their last six home matches, including against serious opponents like Milan, Como, and Atalanta. Lecce, on the other hand, has been struggling significantly in recent weeks and has only one win in their last eight league matches. Earlier in the season, the two teams ended in a 0:0 draw, which also suggests a more closed and cautious encounter.

I expect Lecce to approach this match quite cautiously, as the pressure surrounding the battle for survival is unlikely to allow them to take too many risks. Sassuolo also does not seem like a team that will throw all their strength into this match, which further points to a lower scoring outcome. That is why my prediction is for under 2.5 goals, something that has happened in four of Lecce's last five matches, as well as in five of the last six encounters between the two teams.

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