On Saturday, Serie A action resumes with an intriguing match between Udinese and Bologna. This clash comes after a break for international matches, with both teams eager to secure crucial points.
Match Preview: Udinese vs Bologna
Udinese seeks to recover from a disappointing 2-0 loss against AS Roma prior to the break. Currently sitting in the top 10, they have accumulated 15 points from 11 games. However, their defense has been a concern, allowing 17 goals, marking one of the worst defensive records in Serie A.
Bologna, on the other hand, is riding a wave of momentum after a strong performance against Napoli, where they secured a 2-0 victory. Historically, Udinese has struggled against Bologna, winning only one of their last eleven encounters. The previous match between these teams ended in a goalless draw last April.
Recent Form
- Udinese: D D W L W L
- Bologna: W W D D W W
Despite Bologna’s recent successes, they have faced their share of injury troubles. Their main goalkeeper, Lukasz Skorupski, is likely out until 2026, while other key players like Ciro Immobile are also sidelined. However, they remain in good spirits after recent performances.
Team News
For Udinese, Danish defender Thomas Kristensen is expected to make a return after an extended absence, but Lennon Miller will miss the match. Coach Kosta Runjaic has most of his squad available, with competition expected for forward positions.
Expected Lineups
Udinese is likely to line up as follows:
- Okoye
- Bertola
- Kabasele
- Solet
- Zanoli
- Piotrowski
- Karlstrom
- Atta
- Kamara
- Zaniolo
- Davis
Bologna’s probable starters include:
- Ravaglia
- Zortea
- Lucumi
- Heggem
- Lykogiannis
- Ferguson
- Moro
- Orsolini
- Odgaard
- Dominguez
- Castro
Match Prediction
Considering their recent form and overall squad depth, Bologna is favored to win this encounter, predicted to edge past Udinese with a scoreline of 2-1. The visitors will look to capitalize on Udinese’s vulnerabilities and maintain their position in the upper echelons of Serie A.
This match not only has implications for league standings but also sets the stage for Udinese’s efforts to climb away from relegation fears as they work to solidify their mid-table status.
