Cagliari vs Udinese
Serie A
Sunday
17th September 2023
Sardegna Arena
The most comprehensive preview, detailed analysis and reliable predictions of game week 4 of the Serie A fixture between Cagliari and Udinese.
Cagliari vs Udinese: Preview
Cagliari form analysis
Gli Isolani began this run with a resolute 0-0 away draw at Torino on the opening weekend. It was an important early point against tough opposition.
However, they then suffered consecutive 2-0 defeats – away at champions Inter in the Coppa Italia and then at home to Bologna in the league. Failing to score in both games highlighted their limitations in attack.
Overall, it’s been a mixed start to life back in Serie B for Cagliari as they seek an immediate return to the top flight following last season’s relegation. Remaining hard to beat but adding more productivity in attack is the next step in their development under coach Claudio Ranieri.
Udinese form analysis
Udinese began this period with a disappointing 0-3 home loss to Juventus as quickfire goals from Chiesa, Vlahovic and Rabiot saw them comprehensively beaten.
They bounced back with an improved display as Udinese claimed a 1-1 away draw at Salernitana thanks to Samardzic’s opener before being pegged back late on by Dia.
Most recently, Udinese had to settle for a 0-0 home draw against Frosinone in Serie A. They dominated possession but lacked a cutting edge against stubborn opposition.
Overall, it’s been an underwhelming start to the season for Udinese. As they struggle to build on an impressive 12th place finish last campaign. Finding more creativity and productivity in attack is the priority after scoring just once in three games so far.
Cagliari vs Udinese: Predictions
Cagliari are on a two match losing streak and have won just thrice in their last 22 Serie A home fixtures. Their opponents are also in midst of a poor run of games. And have just a couple wins in their last 16 away trips for Serie A fixtures. A draw is the likely outcome when these bottom of the table clubs clash this weekend. Not many goals are expected from this fixture when two ineffective attacks take on one another.
