AS Roma vs Udinese Prediction & Betting Tips (9 November)

AS Roma enter this clash with Udinese at the Stadio Olimpico looking to reassert themselves after a mixed run of results in recent weeks. Under Gian Piero Gasperini, the Giallorossi have shown flashes of resilience, but inconsistency has crept in. In the past two months, Roma have been in the headlines for Paulo Dybala’s contract situation, with reports suggesting the Argentine is open to extending his stay, while striker Evan Ferguson has been sidelined with an ankle injury. On the pitch, Roma recently lost 1-0 away to AC Milan, but before that they edged Parma 2-1 at home and secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Sassuolo. Their Europa League form has been less convincing, with a 2-1 home defeat to Viktoria Plzen raising questions about squad depth. Despite these setbacks, Roma remain firmly in the hunt for European qualification, and their defensive solidity has been a recurring theme.

Udinese, meanwhile, arrive in Rome with renewed confidence after a turbulent start to the season. The Friulani have been in the news for Gerard Deulofeu’s ongoing recovery from a long-term knee injury, while young midfielder Arthur Atta has drawn attention with his recent performances. In the last two months, Udinese have managed to string together some encouraging results, including a 3-2 home win over Lecce and a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Atalanta. However, they also suffered a 3-1 defeat away to Juventus and were held to draws by Cremonese and Cagliari. Their form has been unpredictable, but the team has shown signs of resilience under pressure, particularly at the Bluenergy Stadium. The challenge for Udinese will be replicating that energy away from home, where their record has been less convincing.

Looking at the head-to-head record, Roma have generally had the upper hand in recent seasons, winning most of their encounters against Udinese both home and away. The Giallorossi’s ability to grind out results in tight matches has often been the difference, while Udinese have struggled to consistently break down Roma’s defensive structure. In the last year, Roma defeated Udinese 3-0 at home and 2-1 away, underlining their dominance in this fixture. However, Udinese’s recent attacking improvements, with players like Buksa and Karlström stepping up, suggest they could pose more of a threat this time. Both sides are coming into this game with something to prove: Roma aiming to bounce back from their Milan defeat, and Udinese eager to show they can compete with the league’s stronger sides.

Given the context of recent form, injuries, and tactical setups, this match has all the makings of a tight, low-scoring affair. Roma’s defensive discipline, combined with Udinese’s occasional struggles to create clear chances away from home, points toward a cautious battle. Gasperini’s side will likely rely on moments of individual brilliance from Dybala or Pellegrini, while Udinese may look to exploit set pieces or counterattacks. Ultimately, the balance tilts slightly in Roma’s favor due to their home advantage and superior record in this fixture. The most realistic outcome appears to be a narrow win for the Giallorossi, and the prediction here is a 1-0 correct score in favor of AS Roma.