Udinese have a dominant home record against Venezia who have lost 2-0 in their opening two Serie A appearances. I think the hosts can neutralise Akor Adams and advance in the Coppa Italia.
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Udinese lead Venezia 19-15 alongside 12 draws. The hosts have won the previous five encounters in Udine, scoring 14 goals with four conceded.
Solid Start for Udinese
Udinese got off to an unconvincing start in the Coppa Italia, beating Padova 1-0 at home. Keinan Davis’ goal was the difference in a match with few scoring opportunities.
Kosta Runjaic’s side started Serie A with credible 1-1 draw against Como. Leading 1-0 at half-time thanks to Hassane Kamara’s goal, they lost control in the second half but ended with 2.14-1.51 xG.
Kamara scored again as Udinese won 3-2 at Monza on Saturday. Leading 3-1 on the hour mark, they were on the back foot for the final 30 minutes but held on for the victory.
Venezia Yet to Score in Serie A
Venezia left it late to stay alive in the Coppa Italia, coming back to beat Modena 3-2. Trailing 2-1 in the closing stages, John Yeboah and Akor Adams scored in the final 10 minutes.
The Winged Lions are yet to score in their return to Serie A. They had 71% possession against Lecce but were defensively caught out, ending with 2.05-2.70 xG in a 2-0 defeat.
Giovanni Stroppa saw his side lose 2-0 at AC Milan on Friday and had no excuses. Despite holding on until the 69th minute, they rarely threatened at San Siro.