Liam Duckstein
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Udinese and Lazio meet at the Bluenergy Stadium in what is shaping up to be one of the more competitive early-season fixtures in Serie A 2026/27. Both sides arrive unbeaten in the league so far, with Udinese sitting on four points after two games and Lazio on six. Gattuso’s Lazio have kept two clean sheets in a row in Serie A, while Kosta Runjaic’s side have scored four goals in their opening two matches. Something has to give.
One player worth tracking closely is Hassane Kamara, who has chipped in with two goals and an assist across his last five appearances for Udinese, a remarkable return for a defender. On the Lazio side, Davide Frattesi has been the standout attacker with two goals in three games, doing the bulk of the creative damage from midfield.
A hot stat to carry into this match: Udinese have scored seven goals across their last five games in all competitions, compared to Lazio’s two. The difference in attacking output is stark, and Udinese’s firepower is not getting the credit it deserves given their current league position.
| 🏆 Tournament: | Serie A 2026/27, Regular Season |
| 🏟 Venue: | Bluenergy Stadium, Udine |
| 🗓️ Date: | 07.09.2026 |
| ⏰ Time: | 20:45 CEST |
Udinese vs Lazio Prediction
The bookmakers lean toward Lazio at around 37% probability, with Udinese at 33% and the draw at 30%. These odds reflect Lazio’s slightly stronger ranking and their perfect Serie A start, but they do not fully account for Udinese’s home advantage and their far superior recent scoring form.
We predict a draw is the best value option here. The head-to-head record is telling: three of the last four meetings between these two clubs ended level, including a 3-3 draw just over a year ago and a 1-1 result in both subsequent encounters. That pattern is hard to ignore. Lazio have been defensively solid but have scored just two goals in five recent matches, and Udinese at home carry a genuine threat.
On style of play, Udinese commit more fouls on average across their last five games (56 total) compared to Lazio (51), though the card counts are similar at seven yellow cards for Udinese and eight for Lazio. Lazio average more corner kicks (17 vs 12), which points to a team that pushes wide and generates set-piece situations. Udinese’s pass volume is higher (1,622 passes vs 1,439), suggesting Runjaic’s side will look to control the tempo at home. That possession-oriented approach could frustrate Lazio and keep the game tight.
| 🔥Hot Tip: | Draw at Half-Time |
| ⚽Total Goals: | Under 2.5 |
| 💥Both Teams To Score: | Yes |
| 🎯Total Corners: | Over 8.5 |
Team Analysis
Udinese have been in excellent form over the past 30 days, winning five of their last six matches across all competitions with one draw. Their last five games have featured wins over Venezia (2-1) and Monza (3-2), a draw against Como (1-1), and victories against Padova and Barcelona. That win over Barcelona, regardless of context, signals genuine confidence in this squad. The Monza win in particular was a statement, coming from behind to put three past a side that had shown some fight of their own.
Lazio’s recent run reads six wins and one loss from their last seven matches across all competitions. In Serie A they have beaten Genoa 1-0 and Bologna 1-0, both narrow but controlled performances under Gattuso. The loss came against Mantova (0-2), a result that raised some eyebrows. Their Copa Italia wins over Frosinone and Ostia Mare helped build rhythm, but the goals have dried up in competitive play. Five of their last five matches across all competitions produced two goals or fewer total, which supports the under 2.5 call.
Most Recent Head-to-Head Matches
| Statistic | Udinese | Lazio |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 7 | 6 |
🚨Check out our dedicated Udinese vs Lazio stats page for more info.
Lazio. Source: Official Facebook
Pre-game Odds and Win Probability: Lazio the Favourite
- Moneyline Udinese 2.96 | Lazio 2.63
- Draw 3.17
- Over/Under Over 2.5 N/A | Under 2.5 N/A
- BTTS (both teams to score) Yes N/A | No N/A
Pinnacle’s lines at 2.96 for Udinese and 2.63 for Lazio suggest the market sees this as genuinely close. The draw at 3.17 is where the value sits given the historical pattern between these sides. Lazio being priced as favourites on the road is a slight overreaction to their clean-sheet run; Udinese at home, in strong form and with more goals in their legs, deserve more respect at these prices.
Possible Starting Lineups
Udinese Possible Starting Eleven
- GK: Maduka Okoye
- DF: Oumar Solet, James Abankwah, Enzo Ebosse, Mergim Vojvoda, Hassane Kamara
- MF: Jesper Karlstrom, Jakub Piotrowski, Jurgen Ekkelenkamp, Lennon Miller
- FW: Vakoun Bayo
Runjaic has been consistent with a 3-4-2-1 shape, and the personnel here reflects that. Maduka Okoye takes the gloves with eight saves across his recent appearances. Oumar Solet has been excellent at the back with seven interceptions and a consistent 360 minutes played. Hassane Kamara is the one to watch in attack from a defensive role, already on two goals this stretch. Jurgen Ekkelenkamp provides energy and a goal threat from midfield, while Vakoun Bayo leads the line with two goals in three appearances.
Lazio Possible Starting Eleven
- GK: Christos Mandas
- DF: Oliver Provstgaard, Danilho Doekhi, Romano Floriani Mussolini, Alfonso Pedraza, Nuno Tavares
- MF: Nicolò Rovella, Kenneth Taylor, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, Davide Frattesi
- FW: Matteo Cancellieri
Gattuso has also settled on a 3-4-2-1 system, creating a direct tactical mirror of Udinese. Christos Mandas is the clear first-choice keeper with nine saves in three games. Oliver Provstgaard and Danilho Doekhi have been reliable at the back with strong interception numbers. Davide Frattesi is the focal point in attack with two goals from midfield, and Matteo Cancellieri leads the line with ten total shots across his three appearances, even without a goal to show for it yet. Nicolò Rovella anchors the midfield with 177 passes and solid defensive coverage.
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Udinese. Source: Official Facebook
TipsGG Match Prediction
Three of the last four meetings between these clubs ended in draws, and the tactical setup for this match points in the same direction. Both teams line up in a 3-4-2-1, both are in good form, and both have defensive structures capable of keeping things tight. Lazio’s lack of goals in recent weeks is a concern for anyone backing them to win outright.
We predict a 1-1 draw as the most likely outcome. Udinese’s home record and attacking output across five games gives them the edge to get on the scoresheet, and Lazio have enough quality to grab one themselves. The under 2.5 goals market and both teams to score combine well here, and a draw at half-time adds an extra layer of value given how disciplined both sides have looked defensively.
