Udinese will prepare to host Sassuolo at the Bluenergy Stadium on Sunday morning for a significant Serie A encounter, with both teams looking to find their way back to the top six.
The home team's brief surge toward the European places was halted abruptly last weekend as a 2–1 defeat at Lecce followed consecutive Serie A victories.
That setback leaves them nine points off the top six at the start of this round, a margin that already feels challenging to overcome.
They have won just one of their seven home league matches this season against sides beginning the round outside the top seven. Adding to that concern is their recent record in Sunday fixtures, having lost four of their last six Serie A games played on that day.
Sassuolo, meanwhile, sit even further from the European conversation and will view survival as their main objective in this return campaign to the top flight.
Their recent form has mirrored that of teams battling near the bottom, with just two wins across the last 10 league rounds. Although they claimed victory in their most recent away outing, that result was quickly overshadowed by a heavy 5–0 defeat to Inter Milan last weekend.
With only one win from six Serie A away matches, Sassuolo still have significant work to do to prove they can deliver consistently on their travels.
Read our Udinese vs Sassuolo predictions and preview to find out, but remember to also check our other Italian Serie A predictions.
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Udinese vs Sassuolo prediction: Full-time draw expected
Key statistics
- Three of their last five clashes have ended in a full-time draw.
- Over 3.5 goals have been scored in three of their last five meetings
- BTTS have occurred in their last seven encounters.
Correct score prediction: Udinese 2-2 Sassuolo
We expect a highly entertaining and high-scoring affair when these two sides meet on Sunday. We predict a 2-2 draw between Udinese and Sassuolo because both teams have shown a tendency to prioritise attacking play while leaving gaps in their defences.
While Udinese have been strong at home, Sassuolo have found the net in each of their last eight meetings with top-half opponents before the Inter collapse.
We believe the attacking talent on both sides, combined with the pressure to recover from recent defeats, will lead to an open game where points are shared.
Pre-match odds and win probability: Udinese slightly favoured
- Home: 13/10 (2.30) – 43.5%
- Draw: 21/10 (3.10) – 32.3%
- Away: 9/4 (3.25) – 30.8%
*Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.*
The bookmakers give Udinese a slight edge heading into this contest, with odds of 2.30 implying a 43.5% chance of a home victory. Playing on familiar turf appears to tilt expectations marginally in their favour.
The draw is priced at 3.10, reflecting a 32.3% probability and suggesting a competitive, evenly matched encounter could be on the cards.
Sassuolo are only marginal outsiders at 3.25, which translates to a 30.8% chance of taking all three points. Overall, the odds point towards a finely balanced matchup, with Udinese holding only a slender advantage.
Most recent head-to-head: More stalemate than wins
Looking at the last five recent meetings between these two clubs, the statistics suggest a very competitive game that often ends without a winner. Both teams have only managed one win each and the remaining games have ended in a draw.
In the most recent clash in September 2025, Sassuolo secured a dominant 3-1 victory at the Mapei Stadium. Prior to that, the sides recorded consecutive draws, including a 1-1 result in April 2024 and a 2-2 thriller in February 2023.
Across these last five encounters, there have been an average of 3.5 goals in three of those five games, which justifies our expectation for a high-scoring game this weekend.
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Udinese preview: Injury concerns easing, but key absentees remain
Udinese are without first-choice striker Keinan Davis and long-term absentee Alessandro Zanoli, who continues his recovery from an ACL injury, limiting their options in key areas.
However, there is positive news for the hosts, as Polish duo Adam Buksa and Jakub Piotrowski have returned to full training and could be available for selection, boosting depth in attack and midfield.
After undergoing knee surgery, Nicolo Zaniolo made cameo appearances against his former club, Roma and he may now be ready to feature from the start. Meanwhile, with Hassane Kamara still struggling with a persistent foot problem, Jordan Zemura is expected to retain his place.
Predicted lineup: Okoye (GK), Bertola, Kristensen, Solet, Ehizibue, Atta, Karlstrom, Ekkelenkamp, Zemura, Zaniolo & Bayo
Last five fixtures
- 08.02.26 – Lecce 2–1 Udinese (Serie A)
- 02.02.26 – Udinese 1–0 AS Roma (Serie A)
- 26.01.26 – Verona 1–3 Udinese (Serie A)
- 17.01.26 – Udinese 0–1 Inter (Serie A)
- 10.01.26 – Udinese 2–2 Pisa (Serie A)
Sassuolo preview: Suspension blow and fitness doubts
Sassuolo will be without midfielder Nemanja Matic after he was handed a two-match suspension for insulting the referee during last week’s defeat to Inter, leaving a gap in the centre of the park.
He joins long-term absentees Edoardo Pieragnolo and Fali Cande on the sidelines, further limiting the visitors’ options. Meanwhile, Daniel Boloca remains a doubt as he continues to recover from a knee injury, and his availability will be assessed closer to kick-off.
Predicted lineup: Muric (GK), Walukiewicz, Idzes, Muharemovic, Doig, Thorstvedt, Lipani, Kone, Berardi, Pinamonti & Lauriente
Last five fixtures
- 08.02.26 – Sassuolo 0–5 Inter (Serie A)
- 31.01.26 – Pisa 1–3 Sassuolo (Serie A)
- 25.01.26 – Sassuolo 1–0 Cremonese (Serie A)
- 17.01.26 – Napoli 1–0 Sassuolo (Serie A)
- 10.01.26 – AS Roma 2–0 Sassuolo (Serie A)
Player to watch: Domenico Berardi
Domenico Berardi is the player to watch for Sassuolo as they look to exploit Udinese’s defence that appeared fragile in their last outing. The forward has been the creative heartbeat of the team this season and has contributed five goals and three assists.
He scored a goal in their 3-1 win over Pisa before getting thrashed by Inter Milan last weekend. His ability to drift between the lines and find spaces in the box makes him one of the most dangerous weapons in the Sassuolo attack.