Genoa vs. Udinese Prediction & Betting Tips | Serie A 2025

Genoa vs. Udinese: Serie A Round 31 Prediction & Match Analysis

On April 4, 2025, Genoa will host Udinese at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris in a crucial Serie A Round 31 fixture. With both teams battling for valuable points, Genoa aims to secure a mid-table finish, while Udinese continues their fight to avoid relegation.

Match Preview & Recent Form

Genoa

Genoa has been one of the more resilient teams in Serie A this season, known for their strong defensive setup and ability to grind out results. Their recent form has been solid, including a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Fiorentina and a crucial 2-1 victory over Torino. Playing at home, Genoa will look to continue their positive run and secure three points.

Recent Matches:
➖ Fiorentina 1-1 Genoa
✅ Genoa 2-1 Torino
❌ Inter Milan 3-0 Genoa

Udinese

Udinese, on the other hand, has struggled throughout the 2025 campaign, finding themselves near the relegation zone. A recent 0-2 defeat against Bologna exposed their attacking weaknesses, but they did manage a narrow 1-0 victory over Lecce in their last home game. They need a strong performance against Genoa to boost their survival hopes.

Recent Matches:
❌ Udinese 0-2 Bologna
✅ Udinese 1-0 Lecce
➖ Verona 1-1 Udinese

Head-to-Head in 2025

The first meeting between these sides this season ended in a 1-1 draw, with Genoa’s Albert Gudmundsson scoring a late equalizer. Historically, matches between these two teams have been close, with Genoa often having a slight edge at home.

Expected Lineups & Key Players

Genoa (3-5-2)

• Goalkeeper: Josep Martínez

• Defenders: Mattia Bani, Koni De Winter, Radu Drăgușin

• Midfielders: Aaron Martin, Morten Frendrup, Milan Badelj, Kevin Strootman, Stefano Sabelli

• Forwards: Albert Gudmundsson, Mateo Retegui

Key Player: Albert Gudmundsson – The Icelandic forward has been Genoa’s main attacking threat, scoring crucial goals and creating opportunities for his teammates.

Udinese (3-5-2)

• Goalkeeper: Marco Silvestri

• Defenders: Nehuén Pérez, Jaka Bijol, Christian Kabasele

• Midfielders: Hassane Kamara, Sandi Lovrić, Walace, Lazar Samardžić, Kingsley Ehizibue

• Forwards: Florian Thauvin, Lorenzo Lucca

Key Player: Lazar Samardžić – The young Serbian midfielder has been Udinese’s creative spark, capable of unlocking defenses with his passing and vision.

Betting Insights & Score Prediction

Genoa’s strong home form and solid defense make them favorites against a struggling Udinese side.

• Genoa Win: 2.10

• Draw: 3.40

• Udinese Win: 3.80

Predicted Score: Genoa 1-0 Udinese

A tight contest is expected, but Genoa’s home advantage should be enough to secure a narrow victory.