Match Centre

Frosinone's 4-2 victory was statistically justified despite only a marginal expected goals advantage (2.12 vs 1.94), with Antonio Raimondo's clinical hat-trick (26', 30', 57') proving decisive. Sassuolo's higher possession (58%) translated into fewer high-quality chances (14 total shots vs Frosinone's 21), as the hosts' 42% ball share yielded superior shot volume (11 inside the box) and accuracy (10 on target).

Raimondo's finishing was the difference, converting three of Frosinone's 10 on-target efforts, while Sassuolo relied on individual brilliance – Domenico Berardi's 15th-minute equaliser and Kristian Thorstvedt's 37th-minute strike. The match turned in a frenetic first half where Frosinone scored three times in 21 minutes, including a disallowed Giorgi Kvernadze effort. Sassuolo managed just 1.94 xG from six on-target shots, reflecting Frosinone's tighter defensive work (4 blocked shots).

The key stat: Frosinone outshot Sassuolo 21-14 overall, with Raimondo responsible for half their shots on target (3/6).