Preview: Bologna vs Udinese Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Serie A 2025-26
Only a single point separates these two teams in the Italian league.
Bologna welcome Udinese to the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara for a Monday-night Serie A encounter. This match carries significant weight for two sides currently sitting in the middle of the Italian top-flight table.
A rough winter period has featured five straight domestic defeats. However, the Rossoblu finally grabbed a big 2-1 victory against Torino last weekend.
So, Vincenzo Italiano’s men entered their recent Europa League play-off against SK Brann with a better outlook. They eventually grind out a narrow 1-0 away win in Norway.
On the other side, Udinese arrive in Emilia-Romagna following back-to-back league losses against Lecce and Sassuolo. This slump threatens to ruin their hopes for a top-half finish. The Friulians have had a full week to recover since they aren’t playing in Europe. Even so, they have to fix a leaky defence.
The team have kept only two clean sheets in their last 17 away matches. On top of that, the visitors are dealing with a long injury list, including Keinan Davis and Alessandro Zanoli. These gaps in the squad might leave them short on ideas against a tough Bologna backline.
History suggests a tight game. Three of the last five meetings between these clubs ended in draws. Still, Bologna have the advantage after a big 3-0 win when they last met in November. The home side want to end a frustrating run of four straight league losses at the Dall’Ara.
Meanwhile, Udinese usually show up on Mondays. They have lost just twice in their last 14 games played on this day. In the end, the chess match between Vincenzo Italiano and Kosta Runjaic will tell the story. It will decide if Bologna can pull off a rare season sweep or if Udinese can find the defensive grit they had early on.
Kick-off:
- Location: Bologna, Italy
- Stadium: Renato Dall’Ara
- Date: Tuesday, February 24
- Kick-off Time: 1:15 AM IST
- Referee: Matteo Marcenaro
- VAR: In use
Form:
Bologna: W-W-D-L-L
Udinese: L-L-W-W-L
Players to watch:
Santiago Castro (Bologna)
Santiago Castro leads the Bologna attack with great precision. He has seven goals in 22 games this season. This is impressive, especially since his expected goals figure sits at just 4.59.
The striker often outshines his numbers with his clinical finishing. He also chips in with two vital assists. On top of that, his 6.87 match rating shows just how much he influences the game.
Nicolò Zaniolo (Udinese)
Nicolò Zaniolo serves as the main creative spark for Udinese. He has netted five goals in 21 league matches to keep the team competitive. He mixes physical strength with technical skill.
So, the midfielder exploits gaps between the lines to break down the defence. Plus, he remains their biggest threat in the final third.
Match Facts:
- Despite their mid-table position, Bologna enter this fixture having lost four consecutive Serie A home matches at the Renato Dall’Ara. It is a rare slump for a side that typically rely on their partisan crowd.
- Statistical trends for the 2025/26 season show that Bologna score the vast majority of their goals in the second half, while Udinese have conceded 1.52 goals per game, frequently faltering in the final 30 minutes.
- This fixture is historically one of Serie A’s most balanced; out of their last 30 meetings, 12 have ended in draws, and both teams currently sit just one point apart in the 2026 standings (33 vs 32).
Bologna vs Udinese Betting Tips and Odds:
- Bologna to win: 1.95 (1xBet)
- Both teams to score – No: 1.83 (1Win)
- Under 2.5 goals: 1.75 (Betway)
Injuries and Team News
Bologna face significant headaches at the back because Lorenzo De Silvestri still struggles with a knee injury. The veteran defender hopes to pass a late fitness test.
However, Charalampos Lykogiannis definitely misses the match. A muscle injury sidelines him until at least early March 2026. The club must now find a new plan to keep the defence steady.
Udinese remain in even worse shape with heavy losses to the squad. Alessandro Zanoli is done for the season after tearing the cruciate ligament. The team are trying to work around that massive gap and is also waiting on Keinan Davis and Hassane Kamara.
Both players want to return by early March once they shake off their muscle issues. Meanwhile, Oumar Solet remains a major doubt. He continues to work toward getting over a nasty physical strain.
Head-To-Head stats:
Total matches: 92
Bologna won: 30
Udinese won: 33
Draws: 29
Predicted Starting Lineups:
Bologna Predicted Starting Lineup (4-2-3-1):
Lukasz Skorupski; Joao Mario, Martin Vitik, Jhon Lucumi, Juan Miranda; Nikola Moro, Remo Freuler; Federico Bernardeschi, Simon Sohm, Jonathan Rowe; Santiago Castro.
Udinese Predicted Starting Lineup (4-4-2):
Maduka Okoye; Nicolo Bertola, Thomas Kristensen, Juan Arizala, Jordan Zemura; Jurgen Ekkelenkamp, Lennon Miller, Jesper Karlström, Arthur Atta; Nicolo Zaniolo, Vakoun Issouf Bayo.
Match Prediction
Bologna will dominate the tactical skirmish because Vincenzo Italiano will exploit Udinese’s structural fragility through high-intensity wing play. Consequently, the Rossoblù will most likely capitalise on their superior 2026 home Expected Goals metric to dismantle the visitors’ defensive block.
Bologna are likely to secure a convincing 2-0 victory while Udinese lack the creative spark to respond.
Prediction: Bologna 2-0 Udinese
Telecast Details
India: DAZN
Italy: Sky Sports, DAZN
UK: DAZN
USA: Paramount+, DAZN
Who are the key players to watch in the Bologna vs. Udinese match?
Bologna striker Santiago Castro (7 goals) and Udinese creative spark Nicolò Zaniolo (5 goals) are the primary offensive threats to follow.
What is the current form and recent history between these two teams?
While Bologna recently snapped a losing streak with a win over Torino, history suggests a close contest, as 12 of their last 30 meetings have ended in draws.
Where and when can fans watch the match?
The game kicks off at the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara on February 24 at 1:15 AM IST, with live coverage available on DAZN in India.
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