Football Result

Joel Pohjanpalo 18', 45'+1', 81'
Jeremy Toljan 25' OG
Jacopo Segre 55'
Nicholas Pierini 73'
Luca Moro 74'
Pedro Obiang 84'


Verification of the Result Prediction
Win
Draw
Win
35.1%
27.4%
37.5%
We were not sure.
Power Comparison in the League
0.487
0.567
Game Stats
Goals
5
3
Shots on Target
5
7
Shots
13
20
Possession
48.3%
51.7%
Fouls
9
8
Yellow Cards
2
2
Red Cards
0
0
Corners
9
4
Offsides
0
0
Saves
5
1
Team Formations
3-4-2-1
4-2-3-1


Location
Renzo Barbera, Palermo, Italy
2025-04-07 | Game Summary

In a thrilling Italian Serie B match at the Renzo Barbera, Palermo triumphed over Sassuolo with a final score of 5-3. The game, held on April 6, 2025, saw Palermo, playing in a 3-4-2-1 formation, overcome Sassuolo, who deployed a 4-2-3-1 setup. Palermo's Joel Pohjanpalo was the star of the show, netting a hat-trick (18', 45'+1', 81'). Jeremy Toljan's own goal (25') and Jacopo Segre's strike (55') completed Palermo's scoring. Sassuolo's goals came from Nicholas Pierini (73'), Luca Moro (74'), and Pedro Obiang (84'), but it wasn't enough to overcome Palermo's dominant performance.
The game statistics revealed a relatively balanced affair in terms of possession, with Sassuolo holding a slight edge (51.7% vs 48.3%). However, Palermo were more clinical, converting their 13 total shots into 5 goals. Sassuolo had more shots (20) but only managed 3 goals from their 7 shots on target. Both teams committed a similar number of fouls (Palermo 9, Sassuolo 8) and received two yellow cards each.
The AI-powered pre-game prediction favored Sassuolo to win, with a 37.5% probability compared to Palermo's 35.1%. The AI also predicted a balanced game, but Palermo defied the odds with a strong offensive showing. Considering recent form, Palermo has been inconsistent but has shown glimpses of brilliance with high-scoring wins. Sassuolo, on the other hand, has been more consistent, with recent wins and draws showcasing their solid defense.
Looking at their previous games, Palermo has had a mix of results, including a recent win against Salernitana (2-1) and a loss against Cremonese (2-3). Sassuolo has been in good form, recently defeating Reggiana (5-1) and Cittadella (2-1). In their previous head-to-head match this season, Sassuolo defeated Palermo 2-1.
Palermo's upcoming match against Bari will be a test of their away form. Bari has struggled recently, with a loss to Carrarese and several draws. Palermo has historically performed well against Bari, winning the last two head-to-head matches. Sassuolo's next game against Modena presents a favorable opportunity for them to continue their winning ways. Modena has been inconsistent, with recent wins against Pisa and Catanzaro but also losses to Juve Stabia and Salernitana. Sassuolo has dominated Modena in recent head-to-head matches, suggesting they are likely to secure another victory.

Estimated Goal Scoring Chance
Recent Matches before the game
Palermo
W L D W W
Sassuolo
W W D W D