Lecce vs Udinese Prediction and Betting Tips for Serie A Match

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The Serie A match between Lecce and Udinese is set to take place on Friday, with both teams looking to extend their unbeaten streaks. Lecce have been struggling in the league this season, but their recent revival has edged them clear of the drop zone. They have recorded four goalless draws this season, including their last match against Monza. Udinese, on the other hand, are on track to secure mid-table safety and have recently put together an impressive run of results, including a 3-0 win over Empoli.

Lecce's home record remains weak, with their last win at Via del Mare coming in December against Monza. They have not tasted success at home since then and will be looking to change that against Udinese. The visitors have a good record against Lecce, having won their last match 1-0 in October. Udinese's main marksman, Lorenzo Lucca, needs one more strike to hit double figures for the first time in a single Serie A campaign. The team's midfield has been impressive, with Jurgen Ekkelenkamp taking his tally to three goals in two games.

The match is expected to be a closely contested one, with both teams having a lot to play for. Lecce will be looking to move further clear of the drop zone, while Udinese will be aiming to continue their push for a top-half finish. The defensive record of both teams has been impressive, with Lecce recording back-to-back clean sheets and Udinese having a solid defense. The attack of Udinese has been impressive, with Lucca and Thauvin linking up well.

Here are the possible starting lineups for both teams:

• Lecce: Falcone; Guilbert, Baschirotto, Jean, Gallo; Helgason, Pierret, Coulibaly; Pierotti, Krstovic, Morente
• Udinese: Sava; Kristensen, Bijol, Solet, Kamara; Atta, Lovric, Karlstrom, Ekkelenkamp; Thauvin, Lucca

The match is expected to be a low-scoring one, with under 2.5 goals being the likely outcome. Both teams have struggled to score goals this season, and their recent matches have been closely contested.

In terms of team news, Lecce continue to enjoy good fortune on the injury front, with only long-term absentees Filip Marchwinski and Joan Gonzalez definitely missing the game. Udinese will be without Isaak Toure and Maduka Okoye due to injury, but Keinan Davis should return in time to make the long trip south. The match is set to be an exciting one, with both teams looking to take all three points.

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