Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
4' N. Zaniolo
22' J. Karlstrom
37' ↓ K. Davis ↑I. Gueye
HT
46' ↓ N. Zaniolo ↑G. Chakvetadze
D. Maldini 54'
57' ↓ L. Miller ↑U. Gomez
↓ J. Rodriguez ↑Y. Sugawara 59'
↓ D. Maldini ↑Kevin 59'
71' ↓ C. Kabasele ↑V. Bayo
71' ↓ H. Kamara ↑A. Zanoli
↓ A. Romano ↑R. Gagliardini 85'
↓ P. Mendy ↑A. Fadera 85'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Udinese
Goalkeepers
Maduka Okoye 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
92
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Enzo Ebosse 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
87%
Pass Acc
Christian Kabasele 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
James Abankwah 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
78%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Mërgim Vojvoda
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
52%
Pass Acc
Lennon Miller
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
34%
Pass Acc
Jesper Karlström 
MAGNET
83
Activity
83
Activity
78
Passes
5
Duels
Hassane Kamara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
71
Total Mins
71
Entry
Forwards
Nicolò Zaniolo
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
11%
Pass Acc
Jurgen Ekkelenkamp
MAGNET
60
Activity
60
Activity
53
Passes
7
Duels
Keinan Davis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
37
Total Mins
37
Entry
BENCH
Daniele Padelli 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Bartosz Mrozek
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Nicolò Bertola
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alessandro Zanoli
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
21%
Pass Acc
Unai Gómez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
35
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Oier Zarraga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Giorgi Chakvetadze
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
47
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sandi Lovrić
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Idrissa Gueye 
SNAKEBITTEN
4
On Target
4
On Target
0
Goals
1.2
xG Wasted
Vakoun Bayo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cagliari
Goalkeepers
Elia Caprile 
OCTOPUS
6
Saves
6
Saves
0
Conceded
100%
Save %
Defenders
Zé Pedro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
92
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yerry Mina
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
100%
Duel Win %
Juan Martín Rodríguez 
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
1
Interceptions
2
Blocks
Adam Obert
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
92
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Alessandro Romano
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
Harry Winks
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
92
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alessandro Deiola
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
92
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Michel Adopo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
92
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Daniel Maldini 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Paul Mendy
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
BENCH
Boris Radunovic
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Alen Sherri
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Yukinari Sugawara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
33
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Raphael Kofler
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Giuseppe Aurelio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ivan Sulev
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yanis Massolin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joseph Liteta
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Roberto Gagliardini
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jacopo Fazzini
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Riccardo Ciervo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alieu Fadera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kevin Carlos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
33
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alessandro Sugamele
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/09/2026 | Cagliari | 0 - 2 | Udinese | Serie A | Unipol Domus |
| 10/05/2025 | Udinese | 1 - 1 | Cagliari | Serie A | Bluenergy Stadium - Stadio Friuli |
| 05/03/2025 | Cagliari | 1 - 2 | Udinese | Serie A | Unipol Domus |
| 10/25/2024 | Udinese | 2 - 0 | Cagliari | Serie A | Bluenergy Stadium |
| 02/18/2024 | Udinese | 1 - 1 | Cagliari | Serie A | Bluenergy Stadium |
| 11/01/2023 | Udinese | 1 - 2 (AET) | Cagliari | Coppa Italia | Bluenergy Stadium |
| 09/17/2023 | Cagliari | 0 - 0 | Udinese | Serie A | Unipol Domus |
| 04/03/2022 | Udinese | 5 - 1 | Cagliari | Serie A | Dacia Arena |
| 12/18/2021 | Cagliari | 0 - 4 | Udinese | Serie A | Unipol Domus |
| 04/21/2021 | Udinese | 0 - 1 | Cagliari | Serie A | Dacia Arena |
Udinese Win
Cagliari Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 4 GD: +11
P: 4 GD: +7
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +5
P: 4 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +2
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: -3
P: 5 GD: -3
P: 5 GD: -4
P: 4 GD: -6
P: 5 GD: -3
P: 4 GD: -4
P: 4 GD: -6
League Standings
P: 4 GD: +11
P: 4 GD: +7
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +5
P: 4 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +2
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: -3
P: 5 GD: -3
P: 5 GD: -4
P: 4 GD: -6
P: 5 GD: -3
P: 4 GD: -4
P: 4 GD: -6
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Udinese
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Udinese
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Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
The Ultimate Smash and Grab at Bluenergy Stadium
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 31/100. A classic tale of defensive resilience, where overwhelming statistical dominance meant nothing against ruthless counter-attacking efficiency.
The One-Sided Siege
The opening whistle at Bluenergy Stadium immediately set the tone for what became a completely one-sided siege. Udinese took absolute control, turning the pitch into their own personal shooting gallery. A blistering barrage of 26 total shots kept the visitors pinned deep in their own half. The sheer offensive Intensity was staggering, with the home side racking up 16 corners and enjoying 65% possession. Yet, despite creating two big chances and peppering the penalty area with 17 shots inside the box, the finishing touch completely eluded them. The hosts dictated the tempo, sprayed over 600 passes, and essentially camped in the final third. It felt like a matter of when, not if, the deadlock would be broken by the dominant home side.
The Sucker Punch
Statistical dominance rarely guarantees victory, a harsh reality the hosts absorbed in the 54th minute. Entirely against the run of play, the ultimate Upset Factor materialized from a rare foray forward. The visitors, who managed a meager 5 shots all afternoon, found the breakthrough when D. Maldini struck with lethal precision. This goal completely shifted the dynamic of the match. It was a ruthless lesson in clinical efficiency, proving that territorial control means absolutely nothing without final execution. The strike completely disrupted the flow of the game, forcing the hosts into a frantic scramble to salvage a point while the away side suddenly had something tangible to protect. The atmosphere shifted from expectant dominance to sudden anxiety.
Defensive Masterclass
Trailing to a sucker punch, the hosts threw caution to the wind, abandoning any remaining tactical Balance in pursuit of an equalizer. They launched wave after wave of attacks, but crashed repeatedly against an impenetrable maroon wall. Elia Caprile emerged as the undeniable hero between the sticks, pulling off 6 crucial saves to frustrate the relentless home attack. Ahead of him, Yerry Mina delivered an absolute defensive masterclass, earning Man of the Match honors for his heroic clearances and organizational brilliance. With the Stakes exceptionally high for the visitors' early season ambitions, this gritty, backs-to-the-wall triumph propels them into 5th place. It’s an ugly, brilliant win that places them firmly in the European conversation.
Key Questions
Who scored the match-winning goal?
D. Maldini scored the only goal of the match in the 54th minute to secure the win.
Who was named Man of the Match?
Yerry Mina won Man of the Match for his outstanding defensive performance, earning an 8.0 rating.
How many saves did Elia Caprile make?
The Cagliari goalkeeper made 6 crucial saves to keep a vital clean sheet under immense pressure.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Early Survival Stakes Meet High-Flying Cagliari
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 62/100. Udinese desperately need a result to avoid slipping into a relegation dogfight, even against a Cagliari side currently punching above their weight.
The Setup
Cagliari arrive at the Bluenergy Stadium - Stadio Friuli in stunning shape. Sitting fourth with three wins from four, their strong Form rating is absolutely justified. Udinese, meanwhile, sit mid-table but are nervously looking over their shoulders. A modest Stakes rating reflects the early point in the season, but dropping points here spells major trouble for the hosts. Our Balance rating highlights a tight tactical affair, with Udinese relying on home advantage to bridge a clear gap in confidence. Keep a close eye on the Stars metric today, as moments of individual brilliance will likely break the deadlock in this gritty Serie A clash.
Key Battle
The midfield and wide areas will completely dictate this game. Hassane Kamara must lock down his flank to stunt the visitors' relentless forward momentum. He faces a massive task tracking D. Maldini, who is currently thriving in advanced pockets of space. If Kamara loses this duel, Udinese's defensive structure will quickly crumble.
Our Prediction
Udinese hold a slight edge as home favorites, but Cagliari are too resilient right now to be rolled over. Expect a gritty 1-1 draw. The hosts will push hard in the opening stages, but Cagliari's structured defense will soak up the pressure and hit back ruthlessly on the counter.