Sassuolo vs Lecce: Match Preview and Player Availability

The Serie A clash between Sassuolo and Lecce is scheduled for 17 May 2026 at MAPEI Stadium - Città del Tricolore in Reggio Emilia. Sassuolo come into this Regular Season - 37 fixture sitting 11th on 49 points, with a goal difference of -2. Lecce arrive in 17th place on 32 points, carrying a -24 goal difference and still looking over their shoulder near the bottom.

Sassuolo Availability

Sassuolo face several concerns. D. Boloca (Muscle Injury) is sidelined. F. Cande (Knee Injury) is sidelined. E. Pieragnolo (Knee Injury) is sidelined. J. Idzes (Foot Injury) is doubtful. S. Turati (Illness) is doubtful. Their attacking leaders remain available: A. Pinamonti has 8 goals and 3 assists, while D. Berardi has 8 goals and 4 assists, preserving much of their forward threat.

Lecce Availability

Lecce’s list is entirely fitness-related but without confirmed absences. M. Berisha (Thigh Injury) is doubtful. S. Fofana (Knee Injury) is doubtful. K. Gaspar (Knee Injury) is doubtful. R. Sottil (Back Injury) is doubtful. D. Veiga (Groin Injury) is doubtful.

Impact Summary

Sassuolo’s main damage is structural rather than attacking, with midfield and defensive absentees but their primary scorers fully available. Lecce’s doubts are spread across defense and midfield, potentially disrupting balance and buildup more than pure goalscoring output. No suspensions affect either side.