Genoa x Udinese: confirmed lineups and where to watch live in Serie A By Carolina Costa
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Genoa hosts Udinese this Friday, March 20, 2026, at 4:45 pm (Genova, Itália local time), at Estádio Luigi Ferraris, in a match valid for the 30th round of the Genoa occupies 13th place with 33 points, while Udinese appears in 11th with 36 points, in a duel that could slightly change the order in the classification.
The home team arrives motivated after recent positive results at home, where they demonstrated defensive solidity and the ability to impose pace. Daniele De Rossi commands Genoa with a 3-4-2-1 formation, prioritizing quick transitions and taking advantage of experienced players in midfield. Já o Udinese, under the guidance of Kosta Runjaic, adopts the 3-5-2 to balance defense and attack, but faces difficulties in away games.
Confirmed lineups
Genoa enters the field with J. Bijlow in goal; defense formed by A. Marcandalli, L. Østigård and J. Vásquez; midfield with M. Ellertsson, M. Frendrup, R. Malinovskyi and B. Norton-Cuffy; and attack composed of J. Messias, Vitinha and L. Colombo. The starting lineup reflects recent adjustments to reinforce play creation and defense protection.
Udinese lines up M. Okoye in goal; defenders C. Kabasele, T. Kristensen and K. Ehizibue; midfield with J. Ekkelenkamp, J. Karlström, A. Atta and H. Kamara; and attacking duo N. Zaniolo and K. Davis. The formation seeks to exploit counterattacks with speed, especially from the flanks.
Where to watch live
The match will be broadcast exclusively on Disney+ on Brasil and on several international platforms. Fans can follow all the action in real time via the streaming service, which provides complete coverage of Serie A. In some markets, additional options include channels such as Paramount+ or ESPN, depending on the region.
Absences and highlighted players
Genoa has confirmed absences as Jean Onana and Alessandro Zanoli, which were not listed. Udinese has absences from Jordan Zemura and Adam Buksa. In particular, L. Østigård brings defensive solidity for Genoa, while K.
- L. Østigård stands out in aerial duels and positioning.
- K. Davis creates chances and attracts fouls in the attack.
- A. Malinovskyi organizes plays in Genoa’s midfield.
- N. Zaniolo offers versatility in the offensive sector of Udinese.
Context of the confrontation
Genoa and Udinese face each other at a time when both teams are looking for consistency in the final stretch of the season. Genoa has taken advantage of the home advantage to score important points. Udinese, in turn, tries to improve its performance as a visitor, where it accumulates irregular results.
Recent history slightly favors Genoa in direct confrontations. Nas last seasons, the Genova team achieved victories in balanced games. Ambas teams have similar averages of cards per match, with referee Giuseppe Collu selected for the duel.
Relevant season statistics
Genoa records a good defensive performance at home, with several matches without conceding goals. Udinese relies on quick transitions to create opportunities. Jogadores like Vitinha and K. Davis appear among their teams’ top finishers.
The match takes place in round 30 of the Serie A 2025/26, with nine games remaining after the clash. The two teams are far from the relegation zone and the fight for higher positions, which allows them to focus on specific results.
Expected tactical analysis
Genoa must press early to exploit the support of the fans in Luigi Ferraris. Udinese plans to compact lines and look for spaces in counterattacks. The duel promises balance, with special attention to midfield, where Frendrup and Malinovskyi can dictate the pace for the home team.
Giuseppe Collu’s refereeing records an average of 4.75 cards per game, which indicates a tendency to punish tactical fouls. Teams must prioritize discipline to avoid unnecessary burnout.
Factors that can decide the game
Genoa’s defensive solidity at home represents an advantage. Udinese needs to neutralize plays on the wings to limit the opponent’s attack. The presence of Østigård in defense and Davis in attack can influence the score.
The confrontation gains importance to maintain the positive momentum on each side. Ambas formations have players capable of making decisions at key moments.
