Match Preview and Probable Lineup

At the Stadio Carlo Castellani on Saturday, mid-table rivals Empoli and Sassuolo,

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The duo, who lost to one of Serie A's top two last weekend, will look to avenge their loss.

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The hosts have lost their last 2 matches without scoring,

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While the Emilian opponents won three of their last five matches before falling to Napoli at the Stadio Maradona.

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Their only losses since August have been against Roma, Milan and Juve.

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Atalanta, another top six contender, were in great form when they faced Azzurri, and they lost once again,

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Atalanta, another top six contender, were in great form when they faced Azzurri, and they lost once again,

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Empoli coach Paolo Zanetti will be eager to halt his team's decline,

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