Udinese vs Napoli prediction
The Serie A match between Udinese and Napoli is poised to be an intriguing contest, featuring two teams with contrasting aspirations as they head into Matchday 16 of the season. Set to take place on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at the Bluenergy Stadium, this fixture will not only attract attention due to the clubs’ respective standings but also due to the performance fluctuations each team has shown recently. Udinese currently occupies the ninth position in the table with 20 points, while Napoli sits second with 32 points. With both teams aiming for either a secure mid-table position or challenging for the top, the stakes are high.
Our betting experts have collated the best Serie A predictions for this weekend just for you.
Main Tip: BTTS? NO
Our primary betting tip focuses on whether both teams will find the net. Our second tip is that both teams will not score, with odds at 1.75 from 1xBet This prediction stems from analysing Napoli’s solid defensive record, having conceded only 10 goals in 15 matches, while Udinese has often struggled against tighter opposition. With Napoli under the management of Antonio Conte, known for his defensive discipline, it is plausible that Udinese could find it challenging to break through their organized setup.
Betting Tip 2: DC Napoli/Draw
Our second betting prediction leans towards a positive result for Napoli. The away side has better quality and they will be looking to right the wrongs from their 1-0 loss against Lazio in their last Serie A match. While the home side will be looking eke something out from the match, Napoli seems to be favourites to get all the spoils from this match. However, to be a little more pragmatic, we back Napoli to win or draw this match with odds of 1.21 on Betwinner.
Betting Tip 3: Under 3.5 Goals
Shifting our focus to the goal tally, we suggest an expectation of under 3.5 goals in this fixture. The odds for this market are positioned at 1.23 on 1xbet, making it a decent betting option. Napoli’s matches lately have been in dire need of goals which is exemplified by four of their last five matches finishing with less than four total goals. Similarly, Udinese’s last five Serie A matches have finished with less than four total goals. With their recent struggles in front of goal, we reckon that under 3.5 goals is a logical betting option.
Statistics for Udinese vs Napoli
Udinese Team News!
Udinese has amassed a total of 20 points from 15 games, with a record of 6 wins, 2 draws, and 7 losses. The coach, Kosta Runjaic, has encountered challenges in maintaining consistency, as evidenced by their home record of 4 wins and 3 losses, absent of any draws. With a goal differential of -4, having scored 18 goals and conceded 22, the team has had a mixed bag of results in recent weeks. Although they secured an away victory against AC Monza, the preceding matches exposed their vulnerabilities, making them a less formidable opponent for a team like Napoli.
Napoli Team News!
Napoli, meanwhile, has performed admirably, sitting second in the league with 32 points, featuring 10 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses. Coached by Antonio Conte, Napoli boasts a formidable away record, with 4 wins, 2 draws, and only 1 defeat. Their goal statistics are equally impressive, with a positive goal differential of +11, having scored 21 goals while conceding just 10. However, their recent loss at home to Lazio may serve as a cautionary signal, reminding the team to maintain their focus against a less tested opponent.
H2H Statistics
In the last five meetings between Udinese and Napoli, the latter has demonstrated dominance with three wins to Udinese’s none, alongside two draws. The direct rivalry suggests that Napoli is well-acquainted with securing results against Udinese, and given the current season’s context, this trend is likely to continue.
Last Results: Udinese
In their last five matches, Udinese has managed only 1 win, 1 draw, and 3 defeats. This inconsistent form points to several weaknesses that Napoli will aim to exploit while preparing for the upcoming encounter.
Last Results: Napoli
Conversely, Napoli’s form has also seen fluctuations, with 2 wins, 1 draw, and 2 defeats over their last five games. Despite their recent setbacks, Napoli’s overall season performance remains commendable.
Conclusion
In summary, the match between Udinese and Napoli signals a clear distinction in form and performance between the two teams. While Udinese has recorded some victories, they lack consistency against top-tier opponents. Udinese have struggled for goals in recent outings and with Napoli coming to town with a stingy rear-guard, Udinese will find it difficult to breach them. Also Napoli is the superior side here, but they have been inconsistent lately, hence our decision to back Napoli with a win or draw outcome along with under 3.5 goals total as our final tip.
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