Genoa vs Udinese Prediction, Match Preview, and Betting Tips

Welcome to an exciting Serie A clash between Genoa and Udinese on 4 April 2025 at 19:45, live from Stadio Luigi Ferraris. With both teams eager to improve their standings, this match promises to be crucial as we near the end of the season.

Genoa, currently 12th with 35 points, can pull closer to the top half with a win. Patrick Vieira’s squad has been inconsistent lately, but they look to bounce back after a narrow defeat to Juventus. On the other hand, 10th-placed Udinese, with 40 points, aims to recover from consecutive losses and climb higher in the table.

This encounter, exclusively broadcast on Disney+, sees both teams needing crucial points. With Udinese conceding an average of 1.2 goals and the possibility of key players returning, expect an engaging match. Our recommended bet is on over 2.5 goals, given the attacking prowess of both sides.

Don’t miss what could be a pivotal game in the broader narrative of the Serie A season!

Genoa vs Udinese Prediction & Betting tip

• For this match, our recommended betting tip is to bet on Over 2.5 goals. Here’s why:

Genoa vs Udinese Prediction
Betting tip	Odds
Over 2.5 goals	2.50

• Both teams have averaged 0.80 goals in their last five games and have shown they can find the net.
• Genoa recently defeated Lecce 2-1 at home, indicating they can perform well on their turf.
• With Udinese conceding 1.2 goals on average and having scored in 80% of their away matches, the likelihood of goals in this match is high.

Given these factors, betting on over 2.5 goals seems a solid choice for this Serie A clash.

Genoa vs Udinese Odds

Genoa vs Udinese Betting Odds
Bet	Odds
Genoa	2.50
Draw	2.98
Udinese	3.06

These odds indicate that Genoa is the bookmaker’s favorite to win. However, Udinese’s odds reflect a competitive edge, making a draw a decently tempting option for bettors. Whether you’re backing Vieira’s squad at home or Runjaić’s men on the road, there are intriguing opportunities to cash in.

The match is set to be tight, and with both teams averaging 0.80 goals in their last five games, the contest at Stadio Luigi Ferraris could swing either way.

Genoa Team Analysis

Genoa Recent Performance

Genoa has had a mixed bag of results in their past five matches. Here’s a quick overview of their recent fixtures:

Home team	Away team	Date	Competition	Result
Juventus	Genoa	2025-03-29	Serie A	1-0 (Loss)
Genoa	Lecce	2025-03-14	Serie A	2-1 (Win)
Cagliari	Genoa	2025-03-07	Serie A	1-1 (Draw)
Genoa	Empoli	2025-03-02	Serie A	1-1 (Draw)
Inter	Genoa	2025-02-22	Serie A	1-0 (Loss)

Recent Form: LWDDL
Genoa has struggled a bit with consistency lately. They have not managed any clean sheets in their last five games, which might be a concern going into this match. Moreover, they have only averaged 0.80 goals per game in their last five outings. That said, they did secure a solid 2-1 win against Lecce at home, which shows they can be competitive on their own turf.
With the return of some key players like Vitinha and Aarón Martín, Genoa will be looking to turn their fortunes around and secure crucial points in the race to climb up the Serie A standings.

Genoa Key Players

Andrea Pinamonti stands out as Genoa’s top scorer this season with 8 goals. His ability to find the net will be crucial for Genoa’s prospects in this match. With the return of Vitinha and Aarón Martín, Coach Patrick Vieira will have more depth at his disposal. The midfield will feature Morten Frendrup and Jean Onana, who will need to break up Udinese’s attacks and distribute the ball effectively. Fabio Miretti and Alessandro Zanoli will also play key roles on the wings, aiming to supply Pinamonti with scoring opportunities.

Expected lineup for Genoa:

• Goalkeeper: Nicola Leali
• Defenders: Stefano Sabelli, Koni De Winter, Johan Vasquez, Alan Matturro
• Midfielders: Morten Frendrup, Jean Onana, Alessandro Zanoli, Patrizio Masini, Fabio Miretti
• Forward: Andrea Pinamonti

Key individual battles to watch include Pinamonti vs Jaka Bijol, and Miretti against Kingsley Ehizibue.

Genoa Suspensions & Injuries

Genoa will be dealing with several injuries ahead of their match against Udinese, which could impact their performance significantly. Here’s a list of the injured players and their expected return dates:

Player	Injury	Expected return
Honest Ahanor	Meniscus injury	Doubtful
Mario Balotelli	Broken hand	Mid-April 2025
Mattia Bani	Muscle injury	Mid-April 2025
Junior Messias	Muscle injury	Mid-April 2025
Maxwel Cornet	Muscle injury	Mid-April 2025
Hugo Cuenca	Muscle injury	Doubtful

The absence of Mario Balotelli and Mattia Bani, among others, could limit Coach Patrick Vieira’s options both in attack and defence. The potential return of Junior Messias and Maxwel Cornet is promising, but their match readiness remains uncertain. This means Genoa will have to rely heavily on their available squad members to secure a vital win.

Genoa Tactics and Formation

Genoa Tactical Breakdown:

• Formation: 4-2-3-1
• Key Forward: Andrea Pinamonti
• Midfield Trio: Alessandro Zanoli (Right Wing), Patrizio Masini (Attacking Midfielder), Fabio Miretti (Left Wing)
• Defensive Line: Stefano Sabelli (Right Back), Koni De Winter (Right Centre Back), Johan Vásquez (Left Centre Back), Alan Matturro (Left Back)

Key Midfield Pair: Morten Frendrup (Right Defensive Midfielder), Jean Onana (Left Defensive Midfielder)
Given their recent 4-2-3-1 setup, Genoa will likely aim to maintain a strong defensive structure while providing adequate support for their key forward, Andrea Pinamonti.
The anticipated return of key players like Vitinha and Aarón Martín could offer added flexibility, with Martín likely slotting into the left-back position.
Coach Patrick Vieira will be dependent on the creative playmaking of Patrizio Masini and the pace of Fabio Miretti on the flanks.
With zero clean sheets in their last five games, defensive solidity will be crucial, particularly with Johan Vásquez partnering Koni De Winter centrally to mitigate Udinese’s attacking threats.
Genoa’s tactical approach will hinge on disciplined defending and quick transition play to exploit Udinese’s vulnerabilities, especially in the intervals around their most conceded times.

Udinese Team Analysis

Udinese Recent Performance

Udinese’s recent form has seen a mixture of results with two wins, a draw, and two losses in their last five matches:

• Inter – Udinese 2-1 (Loss, Serie A, 30-03-2025)
• Udinese – Verona 0-1 (Loss, Serie A, 15-03-2025)
• Lazio – Udinese 1-1 (Draw, Serie A, 10-03-2025)
• Udinese – Parma Calcio 1913 1-0 (Win, Serie A, 01-03-2025)
• Lecce – Udinese 0-1 (Win, Serie A, 21-02-2025)

Home team	Away team	Date	Competition	Result
Inter	Udinese	2025-03-30	Serie A	2-1
Udinese	Verona	2025-03-15	Serie A	0-1
Lazio	Udinese	2025-03-10	Serie A	1-1
Udinese	Parma	2025-03-01	Serie A	1-0
Lecce	Udinese	2025-02-21	Serie A	0-1

With an average of 0.80 goals per game in their last five matches and two clean sheets during the same period, Udinese has shown robust defensive capabilities. However, they have also struggled to consistently find the back of the net, which could be a key factor in their match against Genoa.

Udinese will look to build on their strengths, especially focusing on exploiting Genoa’s defensive weaknesses, aiming to secure a vital three points to improve their standing in Serie A.

Udinese Key Players

Udinese will be relying heavily on their top scorer, Lorenzo Lucca, who has netted 10 goals this season. His ability to find gaps in Genoa’s defense will be crucial.

Expected lineup for Udinese:

• Goalkeeper: Maduka Okoye
• Defenders: Thomas Kristensen, Jaka Bijol, Oumar Solet
• Midfielders: Kingsley Ehizibue, Arthur Atta, Jesper Karlström, Sandi Lovric, Hassane Kamara
• Attacking midfielder: Jurgen Ekkelenkamp
• Center forward: Lorenzo Lucca

The midfield battle will be intense, with Sandi Lovric and Arthur Atta up against Genoa’s Jean Onana and Morten Frendrup. Keep an eye on Lucca vs Johan Vásquez, a key duel that could shape the game.

Udinese Suspensions & Injuries

Udinese come into this match grappling with several injuries that could impact their performance.

Player	Injury	Expected return
Isaak Touré	Knee injury	Doubtful
Razvan Sava	Broken finger	Mid April 2025
Alexis Sanchez	Foot injury	Mid April 2025
Jordan Zemura	Thigh injury	Late April 2025

The absence of key players like Isaak Touré and Alexis Sanchez could hamper Udinese’s defensive solidity and attacking prowess. Udinese’s ability to adapt and fill these gaps will be crucial as they aim to secure points away from home against Genoa.

Udinese Tactics and Formation

Udinese Tactical Breakdown:

• Formation: 4-4-2
• Key Forward: Lorenzo Lucca
  • Udinese’s top scorer with 10 goals this season, a crucial figure in their attacking setup.
• Midfield Lineup:
  • Right midfielder: Kingsley Ehizibue
  • Central midfielders: Arthur Atta and Jesper Karlström
  • Left midfielder: Hassane Kamara
• Defensive Lineup:
  • Right center back: Thomas Kristensen
  • Center back: Jaka Bijol
  • Left center back: Oumar Solet
• Defensive Strength:
  • Udinese has recorded two clean sheets in their last five games, demonstrating robust defensive capabilities.
• Notable Strategy:
  • Udinese tends to score most of their goals between the 31-45 and 46-60-minute intervals, indicating a strong offensive push during these periods.

Udinese will likely aim to maintain a compact defensive shape while exploiting the creative capabilities of their midfielders and the finishing prowess of Lorenzo Lucca.

Genoa vs Udinese Head-to-Head Statistics

Home team	Away team	Date	Competition	Result
Udinese	Genoa	2024-12-01	Serie A	0-2 (Loss)
Genoa	Udinese	2024-02-24	Serie A	2-0 (Win)
Udinese	Genoa	2023-10-01	Serie A	2-2 (Draw)
Genoa	Udinese	2022-01-22	Serie A	0-0 (Draw)
Udinese	Genoa	2021-11-28	Serie A	0-0 (Draw)

Genoa has been dominant in recent matchups, winning two of the last five encounters, both with a 2-0 scoreline. Udinese has not managed a win during this period, with three matches ending in draws, showcasing Genoa’s defensive solidity and Udinese’s struggle to find the net against them.

Odds accurate as of 02 April 2025 19:46, and are subject to change.
Please always check the odds before placing your bets with any bookmaker.