Salernitana vs Udinese predictions ahead of their final-day Serie A meeting in Salerno. Can the hosts follow up the positive result achieved in Roma in the first weekend of the Serie A, or will the visitors bounce back from the defeat against Juventus? Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.
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Salernitana vs Udinese Predictions
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More than Just Points at Stake
Key Stats
– Salernitana have celebrated victory in three of their past four home league encounters.
– Udinese’s woes continue, with five consecutive league losses, including a defeat at this very ground.
Fresh from almost making a stunning start to the Serie A season, Salernitana are in quest of their first victory this term as they prepare to face Udinese this Monday. While Salernitana’s spirited efforts were on the brink of overcoming Roma, Udinese, on the other hand, suffered a bruising defeat at the hands of Juventus in their 2023-24 inaugural fixture.
Despite Antonio Candreva’s dazzling display that saw Salernitana ahead 2-1 during the dying moments at Stadio Olimpico, the side was denied a triumphant conclusion. The ever-dependable Andrea Belotti levelled for Roma, ensuring the Giallorossi escaped with a point and depriving Salernitana of a historic win.
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However, Paulo Sousa’s men have showcased promising signs at the onset. A significant victory against Ternana in the Coppa Italia has set the tone, and with fixtures against perceived mid-table competitors Udinese and Lecce looming, Salernitana are poised for a fruitful run ahead of the international pause.
Tracking the Trailblazers
Having steered Salernitana to Serie A survival post his appointment, Sousa has been instrumental in securing a third consecutive season amidst Italy’s footballing elite. The Granata now have the chance to remain unbeaten in their opening two fixtures, a feat they’re yet to achieve in their intermittent Serie A appearances. Encouragingly, their track record against Udinese is positive, with just a single defeat since 2021 and a recent victory in May to their name.
Udinese’s trajectory tells a contrasting tale. Following a heartening beginning to the previous season, their journey ended on a sour note. The 3-2 defeat they suffered against Salernitana at Stadio Arechi marked the commencement of a four-match losing spree. Their recent 3-0 drubbing by Juventus has further extended this unwanted streak to five, marking their most dismal run since 2018.
Challenges Ahead for Udinese
The future seems uncertain for Udinese. Their ace striker, Beto, appears on the cusp of a Premier League switch, while links surround Serbia’s Lazar Samardzic for a potential move. This leaves Andrea Sottil in a quandary, balancing the club’s knack for profitable player sales with the unrelenting demand for results. Their forthcoming fixtures against Salernitana and Frosinone might present the ideal opportunity to change their fortunes. Yet, a troubling statistic looms – Udinese’s inability to find the net in five of their past seven away fixtures. This goal drought, exacerbated by the absence of the injured Gerard Deulofeu, is a pressing concern.
Players to Watch
Salernitana’s attack will likely see Erik Botheim, who faces a challenge from Boulaye Dia, last season’s leading goal-scorer. Antonio Candreva, having an impressive record against his former club Udinese with six goals, will provide essential support.
For Udinese, Sandi Lovric’s spirited performance last week ensures his place on Monday, and Lazar Samardzic’s potential elevation to the starting XI after impressing against Juventus could provide the spark the team desperately needs.
Predictions
- Both Teams to Score: The data suggests both sides have offensive threats, and considering recent forms, it’s plausible both teams will breach each other’s defences.
- Correct Score – 2:1 for Salernitana: Given Salernitana’s home advantage and Udinese’s recent struggles, a 2-1 scoreline favouring the hosts seems a reasonable expectation.
- Goalscorer – Antonio Candreva: With six league goals against Udinese and five since the beginning of May, Candreva is the prime candidate to score.
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