Overview
Udinese (9th, 4 pts) and Lazio (6th, 6 pts) meet early in Serie A with Lazio slightly ahead in the standings. Udinese scored 2 goals and conceded 1.5 per game so far, while Lazio has scored 1 and kept 2 clean sheets in 2 matches. Last season, Udinese averaged 1.2 goals scored and 1.3 conceded per game; Lazio had 1.1 goals scored and conceded with 15 clean sheets out of 38 games. Both sides have similar defensive records historically, promising a competitive match.
Form & xG
Udinese's xG this season is 1.56 per game with 1.6 conceded, indicating some defensive vulnerability. Lazio's xG is 1.13 with 1.1 conceded, showing a tighter defense and less attacking output. Udinese's BTTS rate this season is 100%, contrasting with Lazio's 0%. However, small sample sizes (2 games each) mean last season's baselines (Udinese 1.2/1.3, Lazio 1.1/1.1) provide more reliable context. Both teams have shown balanced attack and defense last year.
Team News & Key Players
Udinese's standout is Hassane Kamara with 2 goals, 1 assist, 2 shots and 1.5 on target per 90 minutes, rating 7.9. Defender Mërgim Vojvoda contributes 2.06 key passes and 2.57 tackles per 90, rating 7.3. Lazio's Mattia Zaccagni delivers 1.5 shots and 2.5 key passes per 90, but has 1 yellow card. Goalkeeper Christos Mandas has kept 2 clean sheets with a 7.9 rating. Lazio's defense, led by Danilho Doekhi, is disciplined with 1 tackle and 1.5 fouls per 90.
Stats & Betting Angles
Udinese averages 14.5 shots and 2 corners per game, Lazio 12.5 shots and 5 corners, showing Lazio’s superior set-piece threat. Fouls differ: Lazio commits 18.5 per game with 2.5 yellows, Udinese 12.5 fouls and 1.5 yellows, suggesting Lazio plays more aggressively. Head-to-head shows high-scoring draws recently, including 3-3 and multiple 1-1 draws. Last 10 meetings include 4 draws and 3 wins for Udinese, indicating a tight matchup with goals likely on both sides.
Verdict
Expect a competitive, closely-fought game with goals from both sides. Udinese’s attacking form (2 goals PG) and 100% BTTS this season contrasts with Lazio’s solid defense (2 CS in 2) but less scoring. Historical data and recent H2H suggest BTTS and over 2.5 goals are likely. A 2-1 scoreline favors Udinese’s slightly better attacking output but Lazio’s defensive resilience keeps it close.

































































































