The absence of key players has proven to be a major issue for Sassuolo, particularly in attack. They remain without their best player Domenico Berardi, while Volpato is also sidelined, and the latest blow is the injury to midfield engine Thorstvedt, the player who covers the highest distance per match and provides crucial balance and intensity.

Roma, on the other hand, have been very solid defensively, especially at home. They have conceded just five goals in nine home matches and have won four of their last five games at the Stadio Olimpico.

Sassuolo’s overall form is also worrying, as they are winless in their last five matches.