Genoa vs Udinese: Clash for Serie A Position Genoa and Udinese will face off at Marassi on Friday evening in a crucial Serie A encounter, with both teams vying for a top-half finish in the league table. The match could determine whether Genoa moves above Udinese in the standings, as the two clubs are separated by just three points. While neither side is in immediate danger of relegation, a strong finish to the season remains within reach with nine games remaining. Genoa, under manager Daniele De Rossi, has been in impressive form since taking charge, boasting the eighth-best record in the league during his tenure. The Grifone have also emerged as one of the most attacking teams in Serie A, with a fourth-place finish in goal-scoring over the past season. Their recent surge includes three consecutive league victories, marking a significant improvement from their previous 12-match stretch. A key win over Roma last week, following a previous victory against Hellas Verona, has bolstered their confidence. The team’s recent success is highlighted by second-half goals from Vitinha and centre-back Leo Ostigard in their last match. Genoa’s strong home record adds to their advantage, as they have won four of their last five matches at Marassi. Their unbeaten streak against Udinese, including four consecutive wins, further suggests they may dominate this encounter. Notably, Udinese has struggled to score in their last three visits to Stadio Ferraris, earning only a single point in those games. Udinese, meanwhile, has faced challenges in recent weeks, with four defeats in their last six matches leaving them in 11th place. The Friuli club’s struggles have been compounded by a poor away record, as they have lost five of their last eight matches outside their home ground.#genoa #daniele_de_rossi #marassi #udinese #seria_a
