Udinese vs Napoli prediction and betting tips on December 14, 2024
Game Prediction
On December 14, 2024, during Matchday 16 of Serie A, Udinese will host Napoli. The Scudetto contender heads to Friuli aiming for a win.
Our prediction for the Udinese vs Napoli match
The "Zebras" have managed to remain in Italy's top division for a long time, but they've consistently been fighting for survival in Serie A. Last season was no exception, as they finished with just 37 points, which was enough for 15th place. However, it was a tight race, with relegated Frosinone only two points behind them. Meanwhile, the 2023 champion Napoli not only failed to defend their title but also dropped to 10th place.
Now, under Antonio Conte, Napoli has made significant progress even without the departed Osimhen. While slip-ups occur, including a 0-3 loss, their competitors have also faltered. Recent back-to-back defeats against Lazio in both the cup and league highlight these challenges. Over the summer, Udinese welcomed Rúnjaić as their new coach. Despite a strong start with 10 points from their first three games, their performance has since declined, alternating between victories and defeats before entering a near-complete slump. Their only recent win came against struggling Monza, 2-1.
Even without Osimhen, Kvaratskhelia and his teammates average 1.5 goals per match. Napoli's real strength lies in their defense, conceding only 0.64 goals per game. On the other hand, Udinese, after their optimistic start, now have a negative goal differential at 1.1 scored versus 1.5 conceded per match.
Udinese vs Napoli: Key Stats and Trends
- Udinese has lost four of their last six matches.
- Napoli has suffered two consecutive losses.
- Udinese has scored 25% of their goals between the 31st and 45th minutes.
- Napoli has scored 24% of their goals between the 61st and 75th minutes.
- Udinese has conceded in each of their last five matches.
- Udinese wins the first half in 41% of matches, while Napoli does so in 27%.
Udinese vs Napoli: Probable Lineups
Udinese (probable lineup): Okoye – Zemura, Touré, Gianetti, Ehizibue – Ekkelenkamp, Kahlstrom, Lovric, Thauvin – Davies, Lucca.
Napoli (probable lineup): Meret – Olivera, Buongiorno, Rrahmani, Di Lorenzo – McTominay, Lobotka, Zambo Anguissa – Kvaratskhelia, Lukaku, Politano.
Head-to-Head Matches: Udinese vs Napoli
The "Partenopei" have historically dominated this matchup. However, Udinese managed to snatch draws in two of their last three meetings.
Free Prediction for the Udinese vs Napoli Match
After two setbacks against Lazio, Conte's men need to get back on track in the title race. We predict a win for the visitors from Naples (odds – 1.82).
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