Team to Win, Form, News and mor

As Serie A’s 2023/2024 season nears its end, the stakes are high for the upcoming clash between Lecce and Udinese.

Scheduled for May 13, 2024, at the Stadio Comunale Via del Mare, this match could very well dictate the survival odds for both teams. Here’s a comprehensive preview including predictions, team news, and form analysis.

Form Guide and Previous Encounters

Lecce

Lecce is on the verge of securing their Serie A status for another year. They have found form at a crucial time, remaining unbeaten in six of their last seven matches.

The strategic mid-season appointment of Luca Gotti as head coach seems to have revitalised the team, with Lecce securing important points, including a recent 1-1 draw against Cagliari.

Lecce’s resilience in the late game has been notable, having earned the most points (16) from goals scored in the final 20 minutes of their games this season.

Udinese

In contrast, Udinese are entrenched in the relegation battle, sitting seven points below Lecce.

They have become Italy’s draw specialists, with a total of 18 draws this season — a record in Europe’s top five leagues.

Their inability to convert draws into wins could potentially seal their fate in Serie A.

Team News

Lecce Team News

Lecce will be without Roberto Piccoli, who is suspended due to an accumulation of yellow cards.

Remi Oudin will likely step forward to support the in-form Nikola Krstovic, who has been directly involved in goals in his last three appearances.

Injuries will keep Kastriot Dermaku, Mohamed Kaba, and Lameck Banda out for the remainder of the season, though Nicolas Viola might return from a calf problem.

Udinese Team News

Udinese will miss key players due to injuries, including Gerard Deulofeu and Enzo Ebosse. However, Nehuen Perez and Martin Payero will return from their suspensions.

Top scorer Lorenzo Lucca, struggling with form, will look to make an impact, supported by either Brenner or the fit-again captain Roberto Pereyra.

Prediction

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Publish date : 2024-05-13 08:31:21

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