Udinese - Roma

Can a struggling Udinese side find the necessary defensive discipline to contain a free-scoring Roma team at Bluenergy Stadium - Stadio Friuli on 31 October 2026? The hosts are looking to snap a difficult run in Serie A, having failed to score in their last three league outings. Managerial focus will likely centre on the expected XI, where Nicolo Zaniolo and Jurgen Ekkelenkamp are tasked with anchoring the midfield to protect a backline featuring Matteo Palma and Christian Kabasele. With Oumar Solet sidelined, the home side faces a stern test against a visiting attack that recently put four goals past Cagliari.

Roma arrive in high spirits following a productive October, highlighted by a 4-2 victory over Cagliari and a resilient 3-3 draw at Napoli. Despite the absence of Paulo Dybala and Manu Kone, the visitors possess significant depth, with Santiago Castro expected to lead the line. Gianluca Mancini and Evan N'Dicka anchor a defence that must remain alert to counter-attacks. As Udinese seek to replicate their 1-0 home win over Roma from February, the visitors will look to maintain their momentum in this matchday 10 clash.