Udinese Calcio

vs

Calcio Como

Preview

Udinese

• "But Kosta Runjaic, who took over in June 2024, has made them a direct, transition-style team with pressing triggers which can get caught out if the first wave is bypassed."
• "Udinese have been solid on their home turf with three wins and one loss in their last four, but Como can come here and at least tie up the game if not edge it."
• "Keinan Davis has been Udinese's sharpest edge of late with two goals in their five from the last five and they have hit only six goals in their last seven at Bluenergy Stadium, suggesting a low-scoring affair."

Como

• "Calcio Como have been in the better form of the two clubs with five wins, two draws and three defeats from their last ten in all competitions and Cesc Fabregas has really impressed since taking the reins in July 2024."
• "His squad have played with control on the ball and zip in the passing game when required, although an early press has been the platform for their possession play, which could see the visitors make life uncomfortable for Udinese's build-up from the back here."
• "Their away record in all competitions has been four wins and three losses from seven, while they have scored 17 goals in those seven trips."
• "The last 3-2 away win over Famalicao and 1-1 draw away to Arsenal that preceded a penalty shootout loss would suggest that the Lariani are the better all-round side."

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Betting Insights

• "Como are the odds-on favorites for this game at 1.81, with Udinese Calcio the second-favourites at 4.4 and the tie priced at 3.45."
• "Under 2.5 goals at 1.7 fits the shape of the contest, especially if Fabregas' men can keep the hosts bottled up in their own third with their early press, but both teams to score - yes at 1.95 also appeals."

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