| # | GP | W | D | L | DIFF | Goals | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 38 | 27 | 6 | 5 | +54 | 89:35 | 87 | |
| 2 | 38 | 23 | 7 | 8 | +22 | 58:36 | 76 | |
| 3 | 38 | 23 | 4 | 11 | +28 | 59:31 | 73 | |
| 4 | 38 | 20 | 11 | 7 | +36 | 65:29 | 71 | |
| 5 | 38 | 20 | 10 | 8 | +18 | 53:35 | 70 | |
| 6 | 38 | 19 | 12 | 7 | +27 | 61:34 | 69 | |
| 7 | 38 | 15 | 14 | 9 | +15 | 51:36 | 59 | |
| 8 | 38 | 16 | 8 | 14 | +3 | 49:46 | 56 | |
| 9 | 38 | 14 | 12 | 12 | +1 | 41:40 | 54 | |
| 10 | 38 | 14 | 8 | 16 | -3 | 45:48 | 50 | |
| 11 | 38 | 14 | 7 | 17 | -4 | 46:50 | 49 | |
| 12 | 38 | 12 | 9 | 17 | -19 | 44:63 | 45 | |
| 13 | 38 | 11 | 12 | 15 | -18 | 28:46 | 45 | |
| 14 | 38 | 11 | 10 | 17 | -13 | 40:53 | 43 | |
| 15 | 38 | 9 | 15 | 14 | -9 | 41:50 | 42 | |
| 16 | 38 | 10 | 11 | 17 | -10 | 41:51 | 41 | |
| 17 | 38 | 10 | 8 | 20 | -22 | 28:50 | 38 | |
| 18 | 38 | 8 | 10 | 20 | -25 | 32:57 | 34 | |
| 19 | 38 | 3 | 12 | 23 | -36 | 25:61 | 21 | |
| 20 | 38 | 2 | 12 | 24 | -45 | 26:71 | 18 |
The Stadio Ennio Tardini buzzed with anticipation as Parma hosted Sassuolo in a crucial Serie A clash. Both sides sought to assert dominance early, with possession and territorial advantage becoming key battlegrounds in the opening exchanges.
Parma started with a clear intention to control the tempo, evidenced by their higher possession statistics and significant number of passes in the opposition half. They probed Sassuolo's defense, creating a couple of big chances and registering an expected goals figure that suggested they were getting into dangerous areas. The home side's build-up play often involved wide areas, with a respectable number of successful crosses indicating attempts to test the visitors' backline.
Despite their attacking efforts and a notable number of free kicks, Parma couldn't quite find the decisive cutting edge. Their passing into the final third was frequent, but converting those opportunities into clear-cut goals remained a challenge. The team's tactical approach focused on sustained pressure, aiming to break down Sassuolo through persistent build-up and a willingness to commit players forward in search of an advantage.
Sassuolo, while perhaps seeing less of the ball, displayed a determined defensive shape, working hard to stifle Parma's advances. Their ability to win tackles and aerial duels was crucial in disrupting the hosts' rhythm. The visitors focused on maintaining their structure, aiming to capitalize on any turnovers or moments of transition, though the provided statistics suggest they struggled to generate significant offensive pressure themselves.
The match statistics reveal a game where Parma held the lion's share of possession and created more notable scoring opportunities, reflected in their expected goals and big chances created. Sassuolo, conversely, seemed to be playing a more reactive role, focusing on defensive solidity. The final outcome would likely hinge on which team could better execute their game plan under the increasing pressure as the game wore on.
