Genoa will look to capitalise on their recent home momentum when they host Udinese at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris on Friday in round 30 of the Serie A campaign.
This fixture pits two sides currently separated by just three points in the middle of the pack, as the hosts aim to leapfrog the visitors in the standings.
With both clubs effectively safe from relegation but eager to secure a top-10 finish, this encounter at the Marassi promises to be a strategic battle.
Read on for our Genoa vs Udinese predictions and betting tips, and click here to find more betting tips for today.
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Genoa vs Udinese key stats
- Genoa have won four of their last five home matches in Serie A, including a statement 2-1 victory over Roma in their most recent outing at the Marassi.
- The Gialloblu have dominated recent head-to-head meetings, staying unbeaten in their last eight meetings.
- Keinan Davis remains the primary threat for the visitors, having scored in two of his last three Serie A games after returning from injury.
Genoa vs Udinese preview: Home team looking to maintain momentum
| Genoa | vs | Udinese |
|---|---|---|
| 13th | Position | 11th |
| 33 | Points | 36 |
| 36 | Goals For | 33 |
| 40 | Goals Against | 42 |
| 7 | Clean Sheets | 6 |
| 11th | Home Rank | 12th |
| 13th | Away Rank | 11th |
Just three points separate in-form Genoa from an inconsistent Udinese side, as both mid-table teams aim to create more distance between themselves and the Serie A relegation zone.
Genoa continued their strong run with a 2–0 victory over struggling Verona on Sunday, thanks to two second-half goals.
Genoa have won their last four encounters in a row against Udinese in Serie A.
That result means they have now won three of their last five matches, and it also marks only the second time this season that the Grifone have secured consecutive league victories.
Manager Daniele De Rossi will be eager to build on that momentum, with another victory potentially delivering three straight Serie A wins.
Their home ground, the Stadio Luigi Ferraris, has been a key factor in their recent success, with Genoa winning four of their last five matches there.
Udinese, meanwhile, saw their mini-revival halted by a narrow 1–0 home loss to Juventus last weekend, adding to their poor run.
That defeat prevented them from going three games without losing, with four losses in their last six Serie A matches.
In five of Udinese’s last seven Serie A matches, the second half produced more goals than the first.
Despite that dip, they still sit comfortably in mid-table, holding a 12-point cushion above the relegation zone.
However, their away form has started to wobble, with two defeats in their last three league trips, and they have lost five of their last eight across all competitions.
Genoa vs Udinese form guide & betting tips
| Genoa | vs | Udinese |
|---|---|---|
| D-W-L-W-W | League Form | L-L-W-D-L |
| 10 | Points | 4 |
| 4th | Form Table | 16th |
| 7 | Goals For | 6 |
| 3 | Goals Against | 6 |
| D-W-L-W-W | Form (all comps) | L-L-W-D-L |
Whispers predicts: Genoa 2-1 Udinese
Genoa’s recent home performances have been stellar, particularly the victory over Roma, which proved they can compete with the league's elite.
Their overall record of three wins in their last five matches suggests they are hitting their stride at the right time. Combined with Udinese's recent scoring drought and their poor historical record at the Marassi, a narrow home win seems the most probable result.
The bookmakers have priced the home side as favourites at 2.15, which offers good value considering their recent run of results.
A draw is currently valued at 3.10, while an away victory for the visitors is considered the underdog outcome at 3.50 odds.
The odds for over 1.5 goals are set at 1.50, which is a very safe option. Both teams to score (yes) is also a strong proposition at 2.05. Keinan Davis to score is at 4.00 following his impressive scoring form in their last three games.
> Home to win at 2.15 | Likelihood: Probable
> Both teams to score (Yes) at 2.05 | Likelihood: Probable
> Over 1.5 total goals at 1.50 | Likelihood: Possible
> Keinan Davis to score at 4.00 | Likelihood: Possible