Udinese – Cagliari

Udinese host Cagliari in what promises to be a crucial clash in the early stages of the campaign, with the home side languishing in 13th place on four points after a win, a draw and a loss, and a goal‑for/against tally of five each. Cagliari sit comfortably in fifth, having amassed nine points from three victories and a single defeat, and they enjoy a superior defensive record, conceding just two goals while scoring four. The gap in form is stark, and the Sardinians will be keen to extend their unbeaten run against a Udinese outfit that has struggled to find consistency. For the hosts, turning their goal‑rich but leaky performances into points will be essential if they hope to climb out of the lower half of the table.