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Serie A: Torino vs. Sassuolo – Confirmed Line-ups and Match Updates

Torino and Sassuolo have each introduced a few changes to their lineups as the 36th round of the 2025-26 Serie A season kicks off on Friday evening.

Torino started April with positive results, securing wins against Pisa and Hellas Verona, followed by consecutive draws against Cremonese and the newly crowned champions, Inter. However, they suffered a 2-0 defeat away to Udinese last weekend. Under the management of Roberto D’Aversa, the team currently sits in 13th place ahead of this fixture.

Sassuolo has shown good form in their recent six matches, with only one loss in that period. They are currently on a three-game unbeaten streak, having achieved notable results against Juventus, Como, and most recently, a 2-0 victory over Milan. Fabio Grosso’s side is in 10th place in the league, in their first season back in the top flight after promotion.

Torino has made several personnel adjustments, with Cesare Casadei and Emirhan Ilkhan being replaced by Matteo Prati and Alieu Njie in the starting lineup.

Despite their win against Milan last weekend, Sassuolo has also made changes, leaving out Jay Idzes, Ulisses Garcia, Ismael Kone, Domenico Berardi, and Mbala Nzola. Woyo Coulibaly, Josh Doig, Luca Lipani, Christian Volpato, and Andrea Pinamonti are all reinstated into tonight’s starting XI.

The match is scheduled to begin at 19:45 BST.

Torino vs. Sassuolo: Confirmed Line-ups

Torino (3-5-2): Paleari; Coco, Marianucci, Ebosse; Lazaro, Prati, Gineitis, Vlasic, Obrador; Njie, Simeone.

Sassuolo (4-3-3): Muric; Coulibaly, Muharemovic, Walukiewicz, Doig; Lipani, Matic, Thorstvedt; Volpato, Pinamonti, Lauriente.


Serie A: Torino vs. Sassuolo – Confirmed Line-ups and Match Updates

Torino and Sassuolo have made a few squad alterations for their upcoming Serie A clash on Friday night as part of the 36th round of the 2025-26 season.

Torino’s Recent Form and Squad Changes

Torino’s April performance began encouragingly with victories against Pisa and Hellas Verona, followed by draws against Cremonese and the league champions, Inter. However, their momentum was interrupted by a 2-0 loss to Udinese last weekend. The team, managed by Roberto D’Aversa, is currently positioned 13th in the league standings.

For this match, Torino has opted for a few personnel changes, bringing in Matteo Prati and Alieu Njie, while Cesare Casadei and Emirhan Ilkhan are out of the starting lineup.

Sassuolo’s Strong Recent Run and Lineup Adjustments

Sassuolo has been performing well in their last six games, experiencing only one defeat during this period. They are currently on a three-match unbeaten streak, with impressive results against Juventus, Como, and a recent 2-0 win over Milan. Under Fabio Grosso, Sassuolo, in their first season back in Serie A after promotion, sits in 10th place.

Despite their recent success, Sassuolo has also made changes to their squad. Jay Idzes, Ulisses Garcia, Ismael Kone, Domenico Berardi, and Mbala Nzola are not starting. Woyo Coulibaly, Josh Doig, Luca Lipani, Christian Volpato, and Andrea Pinamonti have been recalled to the starting XI.

Match Details

Kick-off is scheduled for 19:45 BST.

Confirmed Starting Line-ups:

Torino (3-5-2): Paleari; Coco, Marianucci, Ebosse; Lazaro, Prati, Gineitis, Vlasic, Obrador; Njie, Simeone.

Sassuolo (4-3-3): Muric; Coulibaly, Muharemovic, Walukiewicz, Doig; Lipani, Matic, Thorstvedt; Volpato, Pinamonti, Lauriente.

Serie A: Torino vs. Sassuolo – Confirmed Line-ups and Match Updates

Torino and Sassuolo have each made a few squad adjustments for their upcoming Serie A encounter on Friday night, marking the 36th round of the 2025-26 season.

Torino’s Recent Form and Squad Changes

Torino experienced an encouraging start to April with victories over Pisa and Hellas Verona, followed by consecutive draws against Cremonese and the newly crowned champions, Inter. However, their run hit a snag with a 2-0 away loss to Udinese last weekend. Managed by Roberto D’Aversa, the team is currently in 13th place in the league standings.

For this fixture, Torino has implemented several personnel changes, bringing in Matteo Prati and Alieu Njie, while Cesare Casadei and Emirhan Ilkhan are omitted from the starting lineup.

Sassuolo’s Strong Recent Performance and Lineup Adjustments

Sassuolo has been in good form over their last six matches, suffering only one defeat in that period. They are currently enjoying a three-game unbeaten streak, having secured positive results against Juventus, Como, and most recently, a 2-0 win against Milan. Under Fabio Grosso, Sassuolo, in their first season back in the top flight following promotion, occupies 10th place in the league.

Despite their recent success, Sassuolo has also made changes to their starting XI. Jay Idzes, Ulisses Garcia, Ismael Kone, Domenico Berardi, and Mbala Nzola have been left out. Woyo Coulibaly, Josh Doig, Luca Lipani, Christian Volpato, and Andrea Pinamonti are all returning to the starting lineup for tonight’s game.

Match Details

Kick-off is scheduled for 19:45 BST.

Confirmed Starting Line-ups:

Torino (3-5-2): Paleari; Coco, Marianucci, Ebosse; Lazaro, Prati, Gineitis, Vlasic, Obrador; Njie, Simeone.

Sassuolo (4-3-3): Muric; Coulibaly, Muharemovic, Walukiewicz, Doig; Lipani, Matic, Thorstvedt; Volpato, Pinamonti, Lauriente.

By Jasper Carew

Jasper Carew is a sports columnist from Manchester with 12 years of media experience. He started his career covering local football matches, gradually expanding his expertise to NBA and Formula 1. His analytical pieces are known for deep understanding of motorsport technical aspects and basketball statistics.

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