Bologna will welcome Udinese to the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara this Sunday in the Serie A for a fixture that has often ended in a full-time draw.
The home team ended a five-match domestic losing streak with last weekend’s 2-1 win over Torino. However, they are nine points adrift of the top seven, which suggests that qualifying for Europe through their league position could be difficult.
Vincenzo Italiano’s side built further confidence on Thursday by edging SK Brann 1-0 away in the first leg of their UEFA Europa League play-off. That result provides momentum as they chase back-to-back Serie A wins for the first time since November.
On the other hand, the Friulians head into this clash following successive league losses but have enjoyed more than a week of preparation due to the absence of European commitments.
Another setback would mark their longest losing run of the campaign. Notably, only one of Udinese’s last 17 away league games has ended in a draw, indicating a decisive outcome is likely.
Read our Bologna vs Udinese predictions and preview to find out, but remember to also check our other Serie A predictions.
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Bologna vs Udinese prediction: A full-time draw will likely be the result
Key statistics
- Santiago Castro has scored seven goals for Bologna in the Serie A this season.
- Bologna have not lost their last five home games against Udinese.
- Four of Bologna’s last five home games against Udinese have ended in a full-time draw.
Correct score prediction: Bologna 1-1 Udinese
The two teams are not in their best form, but we believe that this encounter will be a closely fought battle that ultimately results in the spoils being shared between the two sides.
We predict a 1-1 draw for this match because both clubs have developed a consistent habit of finishing their meetings with level scorelines in recent years.
While the Rossoblu are usually formidable at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara, their recent games show a struggle. We anticipate a scenario where both teams find the back of the net, but neither side will possess the necessary clinical edge to secure a winner.
Pre-match odds and win probability: Bologna slight favourites
- Home: 19/20 (1.95) – 51.3%
- Draw: 12/5 (3.40) – 29.4%
- Away: 29/10 (3.90) – 25.6%
*Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.*
Bologna head into this game as slight favourites, with odds of 1.95 implying a 51.3% probability of a home victory. The market suggests confidence in their ability to edge this contest, likely aided by home advantage.
Udinese are priced at 3.90, translating to a 25.6% chance of an away win, while the draw sits at 3.40 (29.4%), indicating expectations of a competitive and potentially tight encounter. Overall, the odds point towards a closely fought game, with Bologna holding a narrow edge.
Most recent head-to-head: A history of level terms
Their previous record suggests that very narrow margins almost always decide matches between these two Italian clubs. Looking at their last five meetings, the most frequent result has been a draw, which has occurred on three occasions.
In their most recent encounter in November 2025, Bologna managed to break this trend by securing a convincing 3-0 victory at the Bluenergy Stadium, but that result appears to be an outlier when we examine the wider context.
Before that dominant win for the Rossoblu, the teams played out two consecutive 1-1 draws in April and August 2024, as well as a high-scoring 2-2 draw in the latter stages of 2023.
Udinese also holds a 3-0 victory from December 2023, which demonstrates that both sides are capable of winning when they perform at their absolute peak.
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Bologna preview: Rotation expected with near full squad available
With one eye on Brann’s upcoming midweek visit, coach Italiano is expected to rotate his squad but still has an almost full complement of players to choose from.
Defensive duo Eivind Helland and Lorenzo De Silvestri, both omitted from Bologna’s updated UEFA squad list, are domestically available. The only confirmed absentee is Charalampos Lykogiannis, leaving the hosts well stocked defensively despite planned changes.
Predicted lineup: Skorupski (GK), Zortea, Heggem, Lucumi, Miranda, Freuler, Moro, Orsolini, Odgaard, Rowe & Castro
Last five fixtures
- 19.02.26 – Brann 0–1 Bologna (Europa League)
- 15.02.26 – Torino 1–2 Bologna (Serie A)
- 11.02.26 – Bologna 1–1 Lazio (P) (Coppa Italia)
- 08.02.26 – Bologna 0–1 Parma (Serie A)
- 03.02.26 – Bologna 0–3 AC Milan (Serie A)
Udinese preview: Injury concerns for key figures
Udinese will again be without leading scorer Keinan Davis, who remains sidelined through injury, limiting their attacking firepower. There is also uncertainty surrounding Oumar Solet due to a flexor problem.
If declared fit, the highly rated defender, who ranks joint-top for ball recoveries in Serie A, would likely slot into a back three.
Predicted lineup: Okoye (GK), Bertola, Kristensen, Kabasele, Ehizibue, Atta, Karlstrom, Ekkelenkamp, Zemura, Zaniolo & Bayo
Last five fixtures
- 15.02.26 – Udinese 1–2 Sassuolo (Serie A)
- 08.02.26 – Lecce 2–1 Udinese (Serie A)
- 02.02.26 – Udinese 1–0 Roma (Serie A)
- 26.01.26 – Verona 1–3 Udinese (Serie A)
- 17.01.26 – Udinese 0–1 Inter (Serie A)
Player to watch: Santiago Castro
Santiago Castro has been in good form for his team as they look to secure another victory. He has been in exceptional form for the Rossoblu during his last five games, scoring three goals and playing a vital role in their attacking play.
The Argentine forward possesses instincts in the penalty area and he is capable of scoring with both feet or his head. He will lead the line for the hosts and will likely be the individual who causes the most problems for the Udinese centre-backs.