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Udinese vs AS Roma Prediction: Key Stats, Team News, and Betting Tips

Udinese welcome AS Roma to the Bluenergy Stadium - Stadio Friuli on 31 October 2026 in Serie A Regular Season - 10, with the hosts desperate for points and the visitors looking to keep pace at the top. Roma arrive in Udine unbeaten and sitting in the upper reaches of the table, while Udinese are mired in the relegation battle.

From a betting and prediction perspective, this clash sets up as a classic contrast between a struggling side and a high-flying contender. Roma’s attacking firepower has been one of the standout stories of the early campaign, while Udinese’s defensive frailties and poor recent form raise serious concerns. With a rich recent head-to-head history between these sides, this fixture offers strong angles for those looking for informed tips on the Serie A matchup Udinese vs AS Roma.

Udinese vs AS Roma Key Stats

  • Udinese are 17th in Serie A with 4 points from 8 matches, having lost 6 of those and conceded 18 goals.
  • In the most recent meeting on 2 February 2026 at the Bluenergy Stadium - Stadio Friuli, Udinese beat AS Roma 1-0 in Serie A.
  • Across 9 Serie A matches this season, AS Roma have scored 23 goals (2.6 per game) and conceded only 8 (0.9 per game), keeping 5 clean sheets in their league campaign.

Udinese vs AS Roma — Tale of the Tape

  • Position: 17 vs 3
  • Points: 4 vs 21
  • Goals For: 9 vs 23
  • Goals Against: 18 vs 8
  • Clean Sheets: Udinese 0, AS Roma 5 (league statistics)

In the current Serie A standings, Udinese sit 17th with just 4 points after 8 matches. They have managed only 1 win, 1 draw and 6 defeats, with a goal difference of -9. At home, their record is particularly worrying: 0 wins, 1 draw and 4 losses, scoring only 2 and conceding 9.

Roma, by contrast, are 3rd with 21 points from 9 games and remain unbeaten (6 wins, 3 draws). They boast a +15 goal difference, having scored 23 and conceded just 8. Away from home they have been very solid, with 2 wins and 2 draws from 4 matches, scoring 9 and conceding only 3. The standings context underlines a clear gap in quality and momentum between the sides heading into this fixture.

Udinese vs AS Roma Key Matchups

J. Ekkelenkamp vs D. Malen

Jurgen Ekkelenkamp has been Udinese’s main attacking bright spot so far. The attacker has played 8 matches, all as a starter, logging 705 minutes. He has scored 3 goals and added 1 assist, with 14 shots (5 on target) and a solid passing contribution of 266 passes at 83% accuracy plus 7 key passes. He also works hard off the ball, with 11 tackles and 5 interceptions, underlining his importance in both phases.

For Roma, Donyell Malen is the headline threat. In 7 appearances (all starts) and 482 minutes, he has already scored 6 goals and provided 1 assist. He has taken 21 shots with 11 on target, indicating both volume and efficiency. His overall involvement includes 97 passes with 12 key passes, and he has completed 14 of 22 dribbles. Malen’s aggressive forward play and ability to beat defenders will severely test Udinese’s back line, while Ekkelenkamp must carry much of the creative and scoring burden for the hosts.

P. Dybala vs J. Karlström

Paulo Dybala has emerged as Roma’s primary creator this season. In 6 appearances and 496 minutes, he has delivered 4 assists, underpinned by 25 key passes from 269 total passes at 81% accuracy. He also poses a direct goal threat with 19 shots and 6 on target, and his ability to draw fouls (7) helps Roma control attacking zones. His role between the lines will be crucial in unlocking a vulnerable Udinese defence.

Jesper Karlström is one of Udinese’s key midfield anchors. Across 8 appearances and 713 minutes, he has scored 1 goal and contributed 388 passes at 85% accuracy, with 5 key passes. Defensively he is very active, with 14 tackles, 5 blocks and 5 interceptions, but he also commits fouls (8) and has collected 3 yellow cards. Karlström’s ability to disrupt Roma’s creative axis, particularly Dybala, will be central if Udinese are to slow the visitors’ fluid attacking play.

Head-to-Head: Last Meetings

These sides have met regularly in Serie A in recent seasons, with Roma generally having the upper hand but Udinese capable of springing surprises in Udine. Recent encounters have often been tight on this ground, while Roma have been more dominant at the Stadio Olimpico.

  • 2 February 2026: Udinese 1-0 AS Roma (Serie A)
  • 9 November 2025: AS Roma 2-0 Udinese (Serie A)
  • 26 January 2025: Udinese 1-2 AS Roma (Serie A)
  • 22 September 2024: AS Roma 3-0 Udinese (Serie A)
  • 25 April 2024: Udinese 1-2 AS Roma (Serie A)

Udinese vs AS Roma Prediction

All available indicators point towards Roma controlling this match. Udinese’s recent form is alarming: 5 straight defeats in the standings form line, only 9 goals scored and 18 conceded across 8 league games, and no clean sheets. Their last-five metrics show just 4 goals scored and 13 conceded, with a defensive average of 2.6 goals against per game in that span.

Roma, on the other hand, come into this fixture unbeaten in Serie A with strong recent form and a balanced profile. Over their last five games they have scored 11 goals (2.2 per match) and conceded 7, and across the full league campaign they average 2.6 goals for and 0.9 against. The prediction model assigns 50% win probability to Roma, 50% to the draw and 0% to a Udinese victory, underlining how unlikely a home win appears. The comparison indices also heavily favour Roma in form, attack, defence and overall strength.

Given Udinese’s home struggles and Roma’s consistent away performances, the visitors should have enough to edge what could be a controlled but not necessarily high-scoring contest. With goal thresholds rather than exact projected scores provided, a conservative outlook is appropriate.

Predicted Score: Udinese 0-2 AS Roma

Udinese Recent Form

Udinese’s recent form in the league is very poor, with a sequence of five consecutive defeats in the standings. Across 8 Serie A matches they have just 1 win and 1 draw, and they have struggled badly at home with 4 losses in 5 games. They score only 1.1 goals per match on average and concede 2.3, have failed to score in 3 matches, and have yet to keep a clean sheet.

AS Roma Recent Form

Roma’s league form has been excellent. They are unbeaten in 9 Serie A matches with a record of 6 wins and 3 draws, and a strong recent sequence featuring multiple wins and draws. They average 2.6 goals scored per match and concede fewer than one per game. Away from home they have 2 wins and 2 draws, with only 3 goals conceded in 4 away fixtures, underlining their reliability on the road.

Udinese Possible Starting Lineup

Likely key players (not a confirmed XI): B. Mrozek or M. Okoye (GK); D. Alaba, C. Kabasele, O. Solet, N. Bertola, E. Ebosse (defensive options); J. Karlström, G. Chakvetadze, S. Lovrić, N. Zaniolo, J. Piotrowski, Oier Zarraga (midfield options); J. Ekkelenkamp, V. Bayo, K. Davis, I. Gueye (attacking options).

Udinese have frequently used a 3-4-2-1 shape in their league fixtures, and the squad composition suggests a back three built around experienced defenders such as D. Alaba and C. Kabasele, with wing-backs providing width. J. Karlström should anchor midfield, offering defensive balance, while J. Ekkelenkamp is expected to operate in advanced areas to support the central striker, potentially V. Bayo or K. Davis. With no clean sheets so far, the tactical focus is likely to be on tightening the back line and using transitions to exploit any space behind Roma’s defence.

AS Roma Possible Starting Lineup

Key options (not a confirmed XI): M. Svilar (GK); Hermoso, G. Mancini, L. Balerdi, E. Ndicka, D. Rensch, K. Koulierakis (defensive options); B. Cristante, M. de Roon, L. Pellegrini, N. Molina, M. Koné, M. Bah (midfield options); P. Dybala, D. Malen, M. Soulé, S. Castro (attacking options).

Roma have predominantly lined up in a back-three system, often a 3-4-2-1, with Hermoso and G. Mancini key figures in defence. In midfield, B. Cristante and M. de Roon provide control and protection, allowing creative players like P. Dybala and M. Soulé to operate between the lines. D. Malen is the natural focal point in attack given his 6 league goals, with Roma’s structure geared towards supplying him through wide and central channels. Their flexibility to switch between 3-4-2-1, 3-5-2 and 3-4-1-2 formations makes them tactically adaptable.

Udinese Team News

No significant absences reported.

AS Roma Team News

No significant absences reported.

Injuries & Suspensions

Udinese:

  • None reported.

AS Roma:

  • None reported.

Betting Tips: Udinese vs AS Roma

Exactly 3 distinct betting angles based on current stats and market prices:

  • Result Tip: Back AS Roma to win. Roma are unbeaten in 9 league games and sit 3rd with 21 points, while Udinese are 17th with just 4 points and 6 defeats in 8 matches. The prediction model gives Roma a 50% win probability versus 0% for Udinese, with a 50% chance of a draw. Market odds on Roma range from 1.50 to 1.69, implying an approximate win probability between 59.2% (1 ÷ 1.69 × 100) and 66.7% (1 ÷ 1.50 × 100). That aligns strongly with the statistical edge of the away side.
  • Goals Tip: Under 3.5 total goals. Udinese average 1.1 goals scored and 2.3 conceded per match, while Roma average 2.6 scored and 0.9 conceded. Recent head-to-heads in Udine have often been competitive but not wildly high-scoring (1-0, 1-2, 1-2 in the last three at this venue). With Roma defensively solid and Udinese struggling to create, a controlled away win with limited scoring looks likely. Use the under/over markets at your bookmaker, aiming for under 3.5 goals at a reasonable price.
  • Value Tip: D. Malen to score anytime. Malen has 6 goals in 7 league appearances for Roma, with 21 shots and 11 on target, making him a high-volume and efficient finisher. Udinese concede 2.3 goals per game and have yet to keep a clean sheet, which should provide Malen with opportunities. Look for anytime goalscorer odds on D. Malen; given Roma’s match-winner prices (around 1.50–1.69), a goalscorer line on their top striker is likely to offer attractive value relative to his current scoring rate.

Odds are accurate at the time of writing and subject to change. Please gamble responsibly.

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