Udinese vs Napoli prediction 14.12.2025 | Serie A

Udinese’s 2025/26 campaign has been defined by sporadic results and a scoring rate of roughly 1.16 goals per game, reflecting an attack that creates chances but lacks consistent conversion. Just like their inconsistent goal-scoring form, recent performances have also been a rollercoaster: three wins and five defeats in their last eight fixtures across all competitions. Focusing on Serie A alone, Kosta Runjaić’s side have managed only one win in their last four league matches and, more concerning ahead of Sunday, have suffered back-to-back home defeats in recent rounds (just two wins from seven at the Bluenergy Stadium).

As far as team news is concerned, Udinese have a largely healthy squad to face Napoli. Only Jordan Zemura and Arthur Atta are sidelined with injuries and will not be available. In terms of potential attacking threats that could trouble Napoli, Keinan Davis has scored four goals this season and remains the hosts’ primary source of attacking output.

Napoli have been one of Serie A’s most efficient teams in 2025/26, averaging 1.54 goals per match while conceding just 1.15, placing them among the league’s most balanced sides. Their latest domestic performance was a 2-1 home victory over Juventus, propelled by a brace from striker Rasmus Højlund, demonstrating his growing impact and Napoli’s ability to break down tightly organised defences. However, that domestic momentum was halted in midweek by a 2-0 Champions League loss to Benfica, though their league form remains strong with three consecutive Serie A wins.

Injuries remain one of the main underlying issues affecting Napoli’s ability to maintain balance during double-match weeks. Antonio Conte has as many as six players unavailable ahead of Sunday, with Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku, and Frank Anguissa among the most notable absentees. Højlund’s brace against Juventus should provide a welcome boost of confidence for both the club and the player, but he is still not performing at the level expected of a leading striker for the reigning Scudetto holders (4 goals in 10 Serie A appearances).