Udinese vs Empoli prediction and betting tips - May 19, 2024
In the 37th round of Serie A on May 19, 2024, Udinese will face Empoli. For both clubs, only a victory will be satisfactory as they are fighting for survival.
Key Statistics and Trends:
- Udinese had not won since early March until their victory over Lecce.
- Empoli has lost five consecutive away games.
- The most common scoreline between these teams is 1-1 (5 times).
- Udinese scored 27% of their goals between the 46th and 60th minutes, the highest percentage in the league.
- Empoli scored 31% of their goals between the 76th and 90th minutes.
Udinese - Form Analysis: Trying to improve with yet another coaching change
The "Zebras" have become accustomed to the struggle for survival in recent years. This season, however, has been tougher than usual, prompting the club to appoint a new coach. They chose the inexperienced but legendary former player, Fabio Cannavaro. He started with two 1-1 draws, against Bologna at home and Napoli away, followed by a long-awaited 2-0 victory at Lecce.
Empoli - Form Analysis: Only performing at home
The "Blues" have been unable to secure even a draw away from home since the beginning of spring, losing five consecutive away games without scoring a single goal. Davide Nicola's side's chances of survival hinge on their better home performances, where they have managed to win against Torino and Napoli, and draw with direct rivals Frosinone. In their last match, they lost 0-2 to Lazio in Rome.
Udinese: Team News
Lovrić, Silvestri, Thauvin, Ebosse, and Deulofeu are injured.
Empoli: Team News
Berisha, Walukiewicz, Ebuehi, and Cerri are not yet fit to return.
Udinese vs Empoli: Possible Starting Lineups:
Udinese (possible lineup): Okoye - Kristensen, Bijol, João Ferreira - Kamara, Samardžić, Brenner, Sarraga, Wallace, Ehizibue - Lucca
Empoli (possible lineup): Caprile - Luperto, Ismajli, Bereszynski - Pezzella, Maleh, Marin, Bastoni, Gyasi - Cancellieri, Caputo
Previous Matches
In their last four encounters, the matches alternated between draws for Udinese and Empoli.
Free Prediction for the Udinese vs Empoli Match on May 19:
The "Zebras" are gaining momentum after their coaching change. At home, they should be able to secure a victory against a rather weak opponent (odds – 2.03).
