Serie A Regular Season - 8
Udinese 3 - 2 FT Lecce
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
16' J. Karlstrom (A. Atta)
Nikola Štulić 32'
37' K. Davis (A. Atta)
41' Keinan Davis
Kialonda Gaspar 45'+1
HT
46' ↓ K. Davis ↑A. Buksa
↓ T. J. Helgason ↑K. Ndri 46'
↓ Tete Morente ↑L. Banda 46'
M. Berisha 59'
60' ↓ O. Solet ↑N. Bertola
60' ↓ N. Zaniolo ↑V. Bayo
↓ N. Stulic ↑F. Camarda 66'
76' ↓ J. Ekkelenkamp ↑J. Piotrowski
↓ M. Berisha ↑Y. Maleh 76'
86' ↓ A. Zanoli ↑K. Ehizibue
↓ S. Pierotti ↑A. Sala 86'
89' A. Buksa (V. Bayo)
90' Adam Buksa
K. Ndri (A. Sala) 90'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Udinese
Goalkeepers
M. Okoye 
SIEVE
33%
Save %
33%
Save %
2
Conceded
1
Saves
Defenders
S. Goglichidze 
ENFORCER
4
Tackles
4
Tackles
4
Duels Won
80%
Win %
C. Kabasele 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
O. Solet 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Midfielders
A. Zanoli 
NPC
86
Minutes
86
Minutes
15%
Pass Acc
6.6
Rating
J. Ekkelenkamp
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
J. Karlstrom 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
A. Atta 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
2
Assists
29%
Pass Acc
H. Kamara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
N. Zaniolo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
K. Davis
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
BENCH
R. Sava 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
D. Padelli
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
N. Bertola
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
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
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Zemura
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Modesto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Lovric
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Zarraga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Piotrowski
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
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 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
30
Minutes
6.7
Rating
A. Buksa 
CLUTCH HERO
89
Goal Time
89
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.9
Rating
Lecce
Goalkeepers
W. Falcone
SIEVE
25%
Save %
25%
Save %
3
Conceded
1
Saves
Defenders
D. Veiga
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
33%
Pass Acc
K. Gaspar 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
78%
Duel Win %
Tiago Gabriel
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
61%
Duel Win %
A. Gallo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Y. Ramadani
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Berisha 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
8
Rating
S. Pierotti 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
T. J. Helgason
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Tete Morente
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Forwards
N. Stulic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
66
Entry
BENCH
C. Fruchtl
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
J. Samooja
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
C. Ndaba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Siebert
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Kouassi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Sala
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
10
Minutes
6.6
Rating
L. Coulibaly
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Pierret
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Kaba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Maleh
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Banda
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
K. Ndri
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.7
Rating
F. Camarda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25/10/2025 | Udinese | 3 - 2 | Lecce | Serie A | Bluenergy Stadium - Stadio Friuli |
| 21/02/2025 | Lecce | 0 - 1 | Udinese | Serie A | Stadio Ettore Giardiniero - Via del Mare |
| 05/10/2024 | Udinese | 1 - 0 | Lecce | Serie A | Bluenergy Stadium |
| 13/05/2024 | Lecce | 0 - 2 | Udinese | Serie A | Stadio Ettore Giardiniero - Via del Mare |
| 23/10/2023 | Udinese | 1 - 1 | Lecce | Serie A | Bluenergy Stadium |
| 28/04/2023 | Lecce | 1 - 0 | Udinese | Serie A | Stadio Comunale Via del Mare |
Udinese Win
Lecce Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 8 GD: +7
P: 8 GD: +5
P: 8 GD: +7
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: -1
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -1
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -7
P: 8 GD: -5
P: 8 GD: -7
League Standings
P: 27 GD: +43
P: 27 GD: +23
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: 27 GD: -2
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 27 GD: -1
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -6
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 28 GD: -21
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
Udinese Edge Five-Goal Thriller at the Friuli
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 68/100. A clinical attacking display at Bluenergy Stadium - Stadio Friuli saw Udinese withstand a late Lecce resurgence to claim all three points in a high-octane encounter.
The Bianconeri’s Efficient Start
Udinese wasted no time establishing their dominance, showcasing a lethal touch in the final third that caught the visitors off guard. A Balance rating of 3.6 highlights a match where the home side initially dictated terms through sheer efficiency. The breakthrough arrived in the 16th minute when J. Karlström converted a chance created by A. Atta. The momentum stayed with the hosts, and K. Davis doubled the lead before the break, again courtesy of Atta’s creative vision. Despite Lecce controlling possession (56%), they struggled to turn their territorial advantage into clear-cut chances during a one-sided first half.
Salentini Resistance and Tactical Shifts
The second half saw a dramatic shift as the Stakes rose for a Lecce side desperate to avoid another defeat in their relegation battle. The comeback trail began in the 59th minute when Medon Berisha fired home to reduce the deficit. This goal transformed the atmosphere, as Lecce began to ramp up the pressure, eventually forcing a total of 9 corners throughout the match. Udinese were forced into a deeper defensive block, relying on their physical presence to weather a storm of crosses and set-pieces as the visitors looked to exploit their superior pass completion rate (80%) in the middle of the pitch.
The Frantic Finale
An Intensity score of 12.8 reflects the breathless nature of the closing stages. Just as Lecce pushed everyone forward for an equaliser, Udinese struck what appeared to be the decisive blow. Substitute Adam Buksa proved his worth by scoring in the 89th minute after being set up by V. Bayo. However, the drama wasn't over; K. Ndri immediately responded for Lecce in the 90th minute following an assist from A. Sala. It set up a nervy period of stoppage time, but Udinese held firm to secure a victory that lifts them to 9th in the table, leaving Lecce to reflect on a spirited but ultimately fruitless fightback.
Key Questions
What caused the 5-goal thriller?
Udinese's early clinical finishing met Lecce's resilient second-half comeback, resulting in three goals during a chaotic final 30 minutes.
How did substitute Medon Berisha change the game?
Berisha’s 59th-minute goal completely altered the momentum, giving Lecce the confidence to dominate possession and pressure the Udinese defence.
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.
Tactical Stalemate Looms at Bluenergy Stadium
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 34/100. A cagey encounter where defensive discipline and an inspired goalkeeper are likely to stifle any attacking flair.
The Setup
On October 25, 2025, Udinese hosts Lecce in a match that carries more weight for the visitors' survival than the hosts' upper-mid-table comfort. Udinese currently sits in 9th place, yet their Form is marred by a frustrating run of three home games without a victory. They will look to the creativity of N. Zaniolo and the defensive stability of O. Solet to regain momentum. Lecce, meanwhile, is hovering just above the relegation battle in 17th. Their primary concern is a lack of goals, having found the net only 15 times this season, leading to a low Balance rating in their offensive transitions.
Key Battle
The tactical narrative centers on Udinese’s midfield unit, featuring A. Atta, attempting to penetrate Lecce’s compact low block. However, the true barrier for the home side is the Stars factor embodied by Wladimiro Falcone. The Lecce goalkeeper has been in sensational form, recording 15 saves and maintaining a high save-per-game average. His presence often forces opponents into low-probability shots, which plays directly into Lecce’s hands as they look to frustrate and counter through F. Camarda.
Our Prediction
With Stakes measured at a minimal 1.0, neither side is likely to overextend. Udinese has the quality to dominate possession, but their recent home struggles suggest a lack of clinical edge in the final third. Lecce will be content to sit back and protect a point, relying on the resilience of Tiago Gabriel. We expect a match of few clear-cut chances that ends in a 0-0 draw, leaving both managers with points but little to celebrate in terms of entertainment.