Lecce vs Udinese Prediction and Betting Tips, scheduled for Sunday, February 8, 2026, at 14:00 GMT. The match will be broadcast live on CBS Sports Golazo and DAZN from the Stadio Via del Mare in Lecce. Fans are anxious to see if the hosts can finally find some rhythm.
Currently, Lecce sits in 17th place and is desperately fighting to stay out of the relegation zone after a poor run. Can they stop the bleeding against a top half visitor? In this article, you will discover Serie A Predictions from XpertStats tipsters.
Lecce vs Udinese Key Facts and Stats
Lecce has failed to find the back of the net in 13 games this season so far.
The visitors remain unbeaten in their last 2 matches away from home in the league recently.
Udinese has secured 10 points from their last 5 fixtures with 3 wins and 1 draw.
BTTS has landed in 64% of away matches involving the Friulani during this current league campaign.
Lecce averages 15.08 fouls won per match which shows they are often targeted by their opponents.
The hosts have scored only 1 goal in their last 5 league outings both home and away.
High average of 15.08 fouls won per match playing at home
Good discipline with 4.25 corners conceded per match at home
High average of 27.91 total fouls per match at the Via del Mare
- Lecce's Weaknesses
Weak attack with only 0.58 goals scored per home match
Poor offensive efficiency with only 2.92 shots on target per match
Low home performance with only 0.83 points per game at home
League Position
9
+ Udinese's Strengths
Very spectacular style with 64% of away matches seeing BTTS
Attractive football with 82% of matches over 1.5 goals away
Good away form with an average of 1.45 points per game
Top 2 in the league for corners won away with 4.91
- Udinese's Weaknesses
High average of 1.64 goals conceded per match on the road
Conceding many corners away with an average of 4.82 per match
Match Preview
Lecce enters this match in a very fragile state after picking up just 1 point from their last 5 games. The Giallorossi have been struggling significantly in front of goal and have failed to score in 4 of those recent matches. It is a worry.
The home side has fired blanks in 57% of their games this season which is a massive concern for Eusebio Di Francesco. They need to find a way to spark their attack if they want to avoid falling further into the danger zone on Sunday.
Absences like Camarda and Berisha are certainly not helping the situation for the Puglia based club. Without their key creative outlets and defensive stability, they will have to rely on a very gritty performance to get anything from this tough Udinese challenge.
On the other hand, Udinese arrives with plenty of confidence having won 3 of their last 5 matches. Kosta Runjaic has transformed this side into a very effective unit that currently sits comfortably in the 9th position of the league table.
The visitors have been particularly impressive away from home where they remain unbeaten in 2 consecutive games. With players like Keinan Davis scoring 7 goals this season, they possess the clinical edge that Lecce is currently missing in their squad right now.
Still, Udinese will be missing Davis and Buksa for this trip which might level the playing field slightly. Even with these injuries, the Friulani are favorites to dictate the tempo and confirm their status as a strong candidate for Serie A Predictions.
Udinese striker Keinan Davis faces a four-week layoff after sustaining a left adductor lesion during the recent match against Roma. Medical tests confirmed the injury following a sprint against Bryan Cristante, forcing the English forward to begin immediate rehabilitation. The Friulian club expects Davis to return in early March for the fixture against Fiorentina, a significant blow given his impressive tally of seven goals this season.
K. Ehizibue, A. Atta, J. Karlström, J. Ekkelenkamp, J. Zemura N. Zaniolo
FW
I. Gueye
OUT
J. Piotrowski(OUT),
H. Kamara(OUT),
A. Buksa(OUT),
A. Zanoli(OUT),
K. Davis(OUT),
Referee
Antonio Rapuano
Prediction
Over 6.5 Shots on Target @1.51
The statistical data suggests a high probability for this outcome as the combined average of shots on target per match is 6.56. While Lecce has been struggling with efficiency at home, Udinese brings a much more clinical approach on the road with 3.64 shots on target. Both teams need to test the keepers frequently to achieve their respective goals in this match.
Lecce is desperate for points and will likely be forced to take more risks than usual at the Via del Mare. Even though their average is 2.92, the urgency of their situation usually leads to more speculative efforts. When you add Udinese's attacking threat and their 2.91 total goals per match average, seeing at least 7 shots on target becomes a very realistic scenario.
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FAQ – Lecce vs Udinese Prediction
Who is the favorite to win between Lecce and Udinese?
Udinese are the favorites based on their current 9th place standing and recent form of 10 points in 5 matches.
Where can I watch Lecce vs Udinese live?
The Lecce vs Udinese Serie A match will be broadcast live on CBS Sports Golazo and DAZN.
What time does Lecce vs Udinese start?
Kick-off is scheduled for 14:00 (GMT) on Sunday, February 8, 2026.
Which players are missing for Lecce in this match?
Lecce will be without F. Camarda, M. Berisha, and N. Stulic who are all ruled out for this game.
Is Udinese good at playing away from home?
Yes, they are currently unbeaten in 2 away games and average 1.45 points per game on the road this season.
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