Bologna and Sassuolo draw 2-2 in possession-heavy match

Bologna and Sassuolo played to a 2-2 draw at the Dall’Ara stadium. Despite Sassuolo taking the lead twice, Bologna managed to recover to secure a point in the final minutes, with Dovbyk scoring in the 91st minute.

Statistically, Bologna dominated much of the match with 61% possession and 21 total shots, resulting in nearly 2 expected goals. However, the team struggled to convert this control into a victory, a trend noted over their last three matches where high possession has not consistently translated into wins.

Sassuolo defender Jay Idzes was highlighted for his defensive contributions, particularly a crucial interception late in the game that prevented a Bologna scoring opportunity during a period when Sassuolo was playing with a limited number of players due to injury.