Udinese vs Lazio Predictions, Picks & Odds – 07/09/2026
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Udinese head into this Dacia Arena clash sitting fifth in the Serie A table, riding a superb run of four wins and a draw from their last five outings. That form makes them a formidable proposition on home soil. Runo Kos Nedeljkovic's side will, however, be without Nicolò Zaniolo and Matteo Palma through muscle injuries, while Alessandro Zanoli remains a long-term absentee. Christian Kabasele also misses out through suspension.
Lazio occupy fourth place but their recent trajectory paints a worrying picture. After opening with back-to-back victories, Gennaro Gattuso's men have slumped to three consecutive defeats. Midfield resources are stretched thin: Fisayo Dele-Bashiru and Danilo Cataldi are injured, while Nicolò Rovella is a serious doubt after limping off against Genoa. Defender Adam Marusic is also sidelined, meaning Romano Floriani Mussolini should slot in at right-back.
Udinese's home form makes them a formidable proposition here. Four wins and a draw from five recent matches at the Dacia Arena is the kind of consistency that troubles any visiting side. Lazio, by contrast, have stumbled badly, losing three of their last five fixtures despite sitting fourth overall. That recent decline raises serious questions about their ability to claim three points on the road.
The double chance covering a home win or draw looks well supported at 3.02. Lazio are missing influential midfielders Dele-Bashiru and Cataldi through injury, while Rovella's fitness remains uncertain after limping off against Genoa. Udinese have their own absentees, notably Zaniolo and the long-term loss of Zanoli, but their collective rhythm at home compensates effectively.
Head-to-head history favours Lazio across 38 meetings, yet recent encounters at this venue tell a different story. A draw in December 2025 and a home victory for I Friulani in the preceding fixture suggest Udinese have closed that gap considerably. With Kabasele suspended, defensive organisation will be tested, but the hosts' momentum and Lazio's travelling woes tilt this fixture firmly towards the 1X outcome.
Trends to Know about Udinese vs Lazio
- Udinese unbeaten in last five home games
- Lazio lost three of last five matches
- Key midfield absences weaken Lazio's squad
Form & Statistics: Udinese vs Lazio
Udinese
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Lazio
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Lineups: Udinese vs Lazio
Udinese
Starters
- 1 Maduka Okoye
- 2 Perez
- 3 Bijol
- 4 Giannetti
- 5 Ebosele
- 6 Payero
- 7 Lovric
- 8 Kamara
- 9 Brenner
- 10 Thauvin
- 11 Lucca
Absent
- Matteo Palma (injury)
- Nicolò Zaniolo (injury)
- Giorgi Chakvetadze (injury)
- Alessandro Zanoli (Cruciate ligament tear, expected out until October 1, 2026.)
- Christian Kabasele (Red card suspension.)
- A. Buksa (Inactive.)
Lazio
Starters
- 1 Provedel
- 2 Lazzari
- 3 Casale
- 4 Romagnoli
- 5 Floriani Mussolini
- 6 Vecino
- 7 Guendouzi
- 8 Kenneth Taylor
- 9 Noslin
- 10 Castellanos
Bench
- Christos Mandas
- Danilho Doekhi
- Oliver Provstgaard
- Alfonso Pedraza
- Boulaye Dia
- Matteo Cancellieri
Absent
- Luca Pellegrini (injury)
- Mattia Zaccagni (injury)
- Fisayo Dele-Bashiru (injury)
- Samuel Gigot (injury)
- Patric (injury)
- Alessio Furlanetto (injury)
- Filipe Bordon (injury)
- Adam Marusic (injury)
- Danilo Cataldi (injury)
- Josip Sutalo (Unknown injury.)
- Gustav Isaksen (Groin injury.)
Medium confidence
A 3-4-2-1 against a 4-3-3 sets up an intriguing structural contest at the Bluenergy Stadium. Udinese's back three will need to hold firm against Lazio's wide threats, with Thauvin and Brenner tasked with unlocking space in behind for Lucca to exploit on the counter.
For Lazio, Guendouzi is the engine in a midfield three that must control tempo against Udinese's compact, narrow shape. Both lineups carry probable rather than confirmed status, so minor late changes remain possible before the 18:45 kickoff.
Udinese vs Lazio: Head-to-Head
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How to Watch Udinese vs Lazio Match?
What time is Udinese vs Lazio?
Udinese host Lazio at the Dacia Arena on 9 July 2026, with kickoff scheduled for 19:45 local time.
Where is Udinese vs Lazio being played?
This fixture takes place at the Dacia Arena in Udine, home ground of Udinese.
How Can I Watch Udinese vs Lazio on TV and Live Stream?
Udinese vs Lazio will be available to watch on Serie A broadcast partners in India and worldwide.
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