As the Serie A action heats up, Udinese is set to host Genoa at the Bluenergy Stadium in a crucial match for both teams on December 1, 2024, at 11:30 AM UK time. This encounter comes at a pivotal moment for Udinese, who are eager to end a troubling winless streak that has left them struggling in the league.

Udinese enters this match with a record that reflects their recent struggles. The team has failed to secure a victory in their last four outings, suffering three defeats and managing only one draw. Their recent losses against Venezia (2-3), Juventus (0-2), and Atalanta BC (1-2) have compounded their woes, while a draw against Empoli (1-1) offered little solace. Currently, they find themselves in ninth place in the Serie A standings, a significant drop from their earlier form this season.

The Little Zebras, as Udinese are affectionately known, began the season with promise, earning ten points from their first four matches, which included three wins and a draw. However, their form has since deteriorated dramatically, with only seven points accrued from the last nine games. This dismal performance has put them on par with some of the league’s bottom teams, including Hellas Verona and Monza, both of whom have also struggled to find form.

Despite their recent challenges, Udinese can take comfort from their historical performance against Genoa at home. The Friulians have an impressive record, having kept nine clean sheets in their last 14 home matches against Genoa since the 2009-10 season. This statistic offers a glimmer of hope as they aim to break their winless run that dates back to October 25, when they last celebrated victory against Cagliari.

On the other side of the pitch, Genoa is looking to bounce back from a disappointing result in their previous match against Cagliari. Under the management of Patrick Vieira, the team fought hard to come back from an early deficit, taking a 2-1 lead with goals from Morten Frendrup and Fabio Miretti. However, a last-minute penalty allowed Cagliari to equalize, leaving Genoa with a sense of frustration after what could have been a much-needed victory.

Genoa currently sits in 17th place and is desperate for points to climb away from the relegation zone. Their recent form has shown some signs of improvement, with two wins this season coming away from their home ground in Liguria. Vieira will be keen for his players to shake off the disappointment of their last match and focus on securing a much-needed win against Udinese.

Both teams are aware that this match is crucial not only for their standings but also for their confidence moving forward in the season. Udinese will be looking to leverage their home advantage and historic success against Genoa, while the visitors aim to exploit their opponents’ current vulnerabilities.

The upcoming clash promises to be an intense battle as both sides strive to reverse their fortunes in Serie A. Fans can expect an exciting match filled with determination and desire as both Udinese and Genoa fight for vital points in their campaigns.

As the countdown to kick-off begins, all eyes will be on the Bluenergy Stadium, where the stakes have never been higher for these two teams in search of redemption.