Serie A Regular Season - 14
Udinese 1 - 2 FT Genoa
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
15' ↓ J. Zemura ↑R. Modesto
R. Malinovskyi 34'
HT
↓ Vitinha ↑C. Ekuban 63'
65' J. Piotrowski (R. Modesto)
66' Jesper Karlström
72' ↓ K. Davis ↑A. Buksa
73' ↓ A. Zanoli ↑K. Ehizibue
↓ L. Colombo ↑J. Ekhator 75'
↓ R. Malinovskyi ↑Junior Messias 76'
B. Norton-Cuffy (C. Ekuban) 83'
86' ↓ J. Piotrowski ↑S. Lovric
86' ↓ J. Ekkelenkamp ↑I. Bravo
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Udinese
Goalkeepers
M. Okoye 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
7
Rating
Defenders
N. Bertola 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
C. Kabasele 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Solet 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
74%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
A. Zanoli 
GHOST
13
Actions
13
Actions
73
Minutes
7.2
Rating
J. Piotrowski 
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
4
Interceptions
0
Blocks
J. Karlstrom
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Ekkelenkamp 
NPC
86
Minutes
86
Minutes
30%
Pass Acc
6.7
Rating
J. Zemura
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
15
Entry
Forwards
N. Zaniolo
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
19%
Pass Acc
K. Davis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
73
Total Mins
72
Entry
BENCH
R. Sava 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
D. Padelli
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
S. Goglichidze
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Palma
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Ehizibue
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Kristensen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Modesto 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
75
Minutes
7.2
Rating
S. Lovric
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Zarraga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Camara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Miller
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Gueye
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
V. Bayo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Bravo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Buksa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Genoa
Goalkeepers
N. Leali
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
A. Marcandalli
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
S. Otoa 
SHIELD
3
Blocks
3
Blocks
0
Interceptions
0
Tackles
J. Vasquez 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
B. Norton-Cuffy 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
R. Malinovskyi
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
8
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
P. Masini
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
9
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
M. Thorsby
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Martin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
L. Colombo
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
1
Pens Won
Vitinha
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
64
Total Mins
63
Entry
BENCH
E. Lysionok
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
D. Sommariva
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
S. Sabelli
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Stanciu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. E. Ellertsson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Onana
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
V. Carboni
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. F. Cuenca Martinez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Junior Messias
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Ekuban
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
26
Minutes
6.9
Rating
J. Ekhator
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Fini
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Cornet
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Venturino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Kumer Celik
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/04/2025 | Genoa | 1 - 0 | Udinese | Serie A | Stadio Comunale Luigi Ferraris |
| 01/12/2024 | Udinese | 0 - 2 | Genoa | Serie A | Bluenergy Stadium |
| 24/02/2024 | Genoa | 2 - 0 | Udinese | Serie A | Stadio Comunale Luigi Ferraris |
| 01/10/2023 | Udinese | 2 - 2 | Genoa | Serie A | Bluenergy Stadium |
| 22/01/2022 | Genoa | 0 - 0 | Udinese | Serie A | Stadio Comunale Luigi Ferraris |
| 28/11/2021 | Udinese | 0 - 0 | Genoa | Serie A | Dacia Arena |
| 13/03/2021 | Genoa | 1 - 1 | Udinese | Serie A | Stadio Comunale Luigi Ferraris |
| 22/11/2020 | Udinese | 1 - 0 | Genoa | Serie A | Dacia Arena |
| 05/07/2020 | Udinese | 2 - 2 | Genoa | Serie A | Dacia Arena |
Udinese Win
Genoa Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 14 GD: +11
P: 14 GD: +10
P: 14 GD: +19
P: 14 GD: +7
P: 14 GD: +11
P: 14 GD: +8
P: 14 GD: +4
P: 14 GD: +2
P: 14 GD: +1
P: 14 GD: +5
P: 14 GD: -7
P: 14 GD: 0
P: 14 GD: -5
P: 14 GD: -6
P: 14 GD: -7
P: 14 GD: -12
P: 14 GD: -9
P: 14 GD: -9
P: 14 GD: -10
League Standings
P: 28 GD: +42
P: 28 GD: +24
P: 28 GD: +14
P: 28 GD: +25
P: 28 GD: +17
P: 28 GD: +22
P: 28 GD: +13
P: 28 GD: +3
P: 28 GD: -3
P: 28 GD: 0
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 29 GD: -15
P: 29 GD: -18
P: 28 GD: -6
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 28 GD: -17
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -18
P: 28 GD: -27
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Norton-Cuffy Strikes Late to Sink Profligate Udinese
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 61/100. Genoa's clinical finishing trumped Udinese's territorial dominance as a late winner from Norton-Cuffy decided a high-octane encounter at the Friuli.
Pressure Without Profit
The opening phase at the Bluenergy Stadium - Stadio Friuli followed a predictable pattern of home dominance. Udinese controlled possession with a 58% share, pinning the visitors back with a high press. Nicolò Zaniolo was the architect-in-chief, creating 4 key passes and consistently finding pockets of space between the lines. However, despite their creative spark, the hosts lacked a "Sniper" edge in the final third. An Intensity rating of 8.9 reflected a bruising physical battle, which tilted in favor of the visitors against the run of play. In the 34th minute, a lapse in concentration led to a penalty, which Ruslan Malinovskyi dispatched with ruthless efficiency to give Genoa a surprise lead.
The Polish Connection
The second half saw Udinese ramp up the pressure, eventually unleashing a barrage of 23 shots across the ninety minutes. The match's Balance score of 6.1 highlights how the momentum shifted as the hosts searched for parity. The breakthrough finally arrived in the 65th minute through a well-worked tactical move. Substitute R. Modesto provided the necessary width and delivered a pinpoint cross for Jakub Piotrowski. The Polish midfielder timed his run to perfection, heading home to level the scores and ignite the home crowd. It was no less than Udinese deserved, having dominated large spells of the game, yet the match remained on a knife-edge as both managers looked to their benches.
The Cuffy Clincher
Just as the game seemed destined for a draw, Genoa delivered a sucker punch that silenced the home faithful. A total of 35 shots throughout the match ensured the goalkeepers remained busy, but they were helpless in the 83rd minute. Another substitute, C. Ekuban, turned provider with a clever assist that released B. Norton-Cuffy inside the area. The young winger kept his composure to fire past the keeper, reclaiming the lead for the Grifone. Despite Udinese's late desperation, Genoa held firm to secure a massive three points. The result is a bitter pill for Udinese, whose wastefulness proved costly, while Genoa celebrate a vital victory in what was a crucial mid-table skirmish that showcased their growing resilience away from home.
Key Questions
How did substitute Jakub Piotrowski change the game?
Piotrowski provided an immediate spark, scoring the equalizing goal in the 65th minute and adding much-needed physicality to the Udinese midfield.
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.
Defensive Frailty Meets Individual Brilliance at Bluenergy Stadium
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 34/100. A mid-table encounter defined by defensive vulnerabilities where individual moments from Zaniolo or Østigård will likely decide the outcome.
The Setup
On December 08, 2025, the Bluenergy Stadium - Stadio Friuli becomes the stage for two sides struggling for defensive consistency. Udinese sits in 9th place, but their Form (LWWLD) masks a backline that concedes 1.7 goals per game. Genoa, positioned 16th, travels north with a porous defense of their own, leaking 1.8 goals per match. With the Stakes rated low at 1.0, this fixture feels less like a strategic masterclass and more like a showcase for the few Stars peaking in late autumn.
Key Battle
The spotlight falls on the physical confrontation between Nicolò Zaniolo and Leo Østigård. Zaniolo has rediscovered his scoring touch for the hosts, netting three goals in his last five outings. He will face a stern test against Østigård, who has been Genoa's most reliable asset. The Norwegian defender has not only been a wall at the back but has also mirrored Zaniolo's output with three goals of his own, providing much-needed Balance to a struggling Grifone side.
Our Prediction
Expect a game of transitions rather than total control. Maduka Okoye is in inspired form between the posts for Udinese, recently averaging three saves per game, including a penalty save. While Aarón Martín will provide ammunition from the flanks for the visitors, the lack of clinical finishing from both sides suggests a stalemate. We predict a 1-1 draw where individual brilliance from a set-piece or a solo run cancels out the widespread defensive errors.