Prediction Atalanta - Udinese
When Atalanta welcome Udinese to the New Balance Arena in Bergamo on March 8, 2026, the hosts will be eager to consolidate their position in the upper echelons of the table. Atalanta, currently sitting 7th with 45 points, have shown impressive resilience in recent weeks with victories over Napoli (2-1) and Lazio (2-0), despite a setback against Borussia Dortmund (0-2). Meanwhile, Udinese, languishing in 11th place with 32 points, find themselves 13 points adrift of their opponents and desperately needing a result to reignite their campaign. The contrast in form and league position sets the stage for an intriguing encounter as La Dea look to maintain their upward momentum against visitors seeking redemption.
Standings Atalanta - Udinese
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | +/- | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Inter
|
27 | 22 | 1 | 4 | 64 | 21 | +43 | 67 |
| 2 |
AC Milan
|
27 | 16 | 9 | 2 | 43 | 20 | +23 | 57 |
| 3 |
Napoli
|
27 | 16 | 5 | 6 | 41 | 28 | +13 | 53 |
| 4 |
AS Roma
|
27 | 16 | 3 | 8 | 37 | 19 | +18 | 51 |
| 5 |
Como
|
27 | 13 | 9 | 5 | 44 | 20 | +24 | 48 |
| 6 |
Juventus
|
27 | 13 | 8 | 6 | 46 | 28 | +18 | 47 |
| 7 |
Atalanta
|
27 | 12 | 9 | 6 | 37 | 24 | +13 | 45 |
| 8 |
Sassuolo
|
27 | 11 | 5 | 11 | 34 | 36 | -2 | 38 |
| 9 |
Bologna
|
26 | 10 | 6 | 10 | 35 | 32 | +3 | 36 |
| 10 |
Lazio
|
27 | 8 | 10 | 9 | 26 | 27 | -1 | 34 |
| 11 |
Parma
|
27 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 20 | 32 | -12 | 33 |
| 12 |
Udinese
|
26 | 9 | 5 | 12 | 28 | 39 | -11 | 32 |
| 13 |
Cagliari
|
27 | 7 | 9 | 11 | 29 | 36 | -7 | 30 |
| 14 |
Torino
|
27 | 8 | 6 | 13 | 27 | 47 | -20 | 30 |
| 15 |
Genoa
|
27 | 6 | 9 | 12 | 32 | 39 | -7 | 27 |
| ... | |||||||||
| 18 |
Lecce
|
27 | 6 | 6 | 15 | 18 | 36 | -18 | 24 |
| 19 |
Pisa
|
26 | 1 | 12 | 13 | 20 | 43 | -23 | 15 |
| 20 |
Hellas Verona
|
27 | 2 | 9 | 16 | 20 | 48 | -28 | 15 |
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | +/- | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Inter
|
14 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 38 | 12 | +26 | 34 |
| 2 |
AS Roma
|
14 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 22 | 9 | +13 | 29 |
| 3 |
Atalanta
|
14 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 22 | 11 | +11 | 28 |
| 4 |
Napoli
|
12 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 21 | 11 | +10 | 28 |
| 5 |
Como
|
14 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 24 | 10 | +14 | 26 |
| 6 |
Juventus
|
13 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 25 | 12 | +13 | 26 |
| ... | |||||||||
| 11 |
Torino
|
14 | 5 | 2 | 7 | 15 | 22 | -7 | 17 |
| 12 |
Cagliari
|
13 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 15 | 15 | +0 | 16 |
| 13 |
Genoa
|
14 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 17 | 18 | -1 | 16 |
| 14 |
Udinese
|
13 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 13 | 18 | -5 | 16 |
| 15 |
Parma
|
14 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 11 | 19 | -8 | 14 |
| 16 |
Fiorentina
|
13 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 18 | 19 | -1 | 13 |
| 17 |
Lecce
|
14 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 9 | 18 | -9 | 13 |
| 18 |
Cremonese
|
13 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 11 | 17 | -6 | 12 |
| 19 |
Hellas Verona
|
13 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 12 | 21 | -9 | 7 |
| 20 |
Pisa
|
13 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 4 | 16 | -12 | 7 |
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | +/- | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Inter
|
13 | 11 | 0 | 2 | 26 | 9 | +17 | 33 |
| 2 |
AC Milan
|
14 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 25 | 9 | +16 | 32 |
| 3 |
Napoli
|
15 | 8 | 1 | 6 | 20 | 17 | +3 | 25 |
| 4 |
Como
|
13 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 20 | 10 | +10 | 22 |
| 5 |
AS Roma
|
13 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 15 | 10 | +5 | 22 |
| ... | |||||||||
| 7 |
Bologna
|
13 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 22 | 18 | +4 | 19 |
| 8 |
Parma
|
13 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 9 | 13 | -4 | 19 |
| 9 |
Sassuolo
|
13 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 17 | 16 | +1 | 18 |
| 10 |
Atalanta
|
13 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 15 | 13 | +2 | 17 |
| 11 |
Udinese
|
13 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 15 | 21 | -6 | 16 |
| 12 |
Lazio
|
14 | 3 | 6 | 5 | 8 | 11 | -3 | 15 |
| 13 |
Cagliari
|
14 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 14 | 21 | -7 | 14 |
| 14 |
Torino
|
13 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 12 | 25 | -13 | 13 |
| ... | |||||||||
| 18 |
Lecce
|
13 | 3 | 2 | 8 | 9 | 18 | -9 | 11 |
| 19 |
Pisa
|
13 | 0 | 8 | 5 | 16 | 27 | -11 | 8 |
| 20 |
Hellas Verona
|
14 | 1 | 5 | 8 | 8 | 27 | -19 | 8 |
Atalanta sit comfortably in 7th position with 45 points from 26 matches, maintaining a healthy +14 goal difference. Udinese occupy 11th place with 32 points and a -11 goal difference from the same number of games.
The 13-point gap and 4-position difference clearly separate these sides in the Serie A hierarchy. Atalanta, despite recent inconsistency (WDLDW), remain positioned in the upper-mid table, 19 points behind leaders Inter. Udinese, after consecutive victories, have moved away from the lower reaches where Pisa and Hellas Verona struggle. Both teams occupy the middle zone with contrasting trajectories and ambitions for the season's conclusion.
Recent Form Atalanta - Udinese
Atalanta
Lazio
Borussia Dortmund
Napoli
Borussia Dortmund
Sassuolo
Udinese
Hellas Verona
AS Roma
Lecce
Sassuolo
Bologna
Form Analysis: Atalanta vs Udinese
Atalanta enters this fixture in excellent form with 4 wins from their last 5 matches (W-W-W-L-W), scoring 9 goals while conceding just 2. Their only recent defeat came away to Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League. At home, they boast an impressive record of 8 wins in 14 matches (22 goals scored, 11 conceded), demonstrating strong fortress mentality at their ground.
Udinese is struggling significantly with 4 consecutive losses following a win against Roma. They've managed only 4 goals while conceding 8 in their last 5 games, highlighting defensive vulnerabilities. Their away form shows 5 wins but 7 losses from 13 matches, with 21 goals conceded on the road.
Key Factor: Atalanta's attacking prowess and home advantage contrasts sharply with Udinese's poor defensive record and current losing streak. The recent 3-0 victory for Atalanta in their last meeting underlines the gulf in form between these sides.
Upcoming Matches
Atalanta
Coppa Italia
UEFA Champions
Udinese
Complete Statistics Atalanta - Udinese
Atalanta
Udinese
Statistical Comparison
Season Statistics Analysis: Atalanta vs Udinese
Attacking Performance Comparison
Atalanta demonstrates superior offensive capabilities with 36 total goals at an average of 1.4 goals per match, compared to Udinese's 28 goals and 1.1 average per match. This 27% higher scoring rate highlights Atalanta's more clinical finishing and creative attacking play throughout the season.
Defensive Solidity Analysis
The defensive contrast is even more pronounced. Atalanta has conceded just 22 goals (0.8 per match) with an impressive 10 clean sheets, while Udinese has struggled defensively, allowing 39 goals (1.5 per match) with only 5 clean sheets. Atalanta's defensive organization is clearly superior, conceding nearly half the goals of their opponents.
Key Players & Notable Statistics
Both teams' top scorers are level with 7 goals each: N. Krstović for Atalanta (4 assists, 22 appearances) and K. Davis for Udinese (3 assists, 22 appearances). Atalanta's superior win record of 12 victories versus Udinese's 9 wins from 26 fixtures each strengthens any prediction favoring Atalanta's overall season performance. Discipline-wise, Atalanta shows better control with 40 yellow cards and 2 red cards.
Head to Head Atalanta - Udinese
Historical Head-to-Head Analysis
Historical Record Balance
The recent rivalry shows a competitive balance with Udinese holding 2 wins, Atalanta 1 victory, and 2 draws across their last 5 meetings. This equilibrium reflects two well-matched sides, though the overall record slightly favors the Zebrette.
Recent Trends of Clashes
Despite Udinese's statistical edge, Atalanta demonstrated superiority in 2024, securing consecutive victories (2-0 and 2-1). However, the momentum has shifted, with Udinese claiming the most recent encounter 1-0 in November 2025 and forcing a goalless draw earlier that year.
Notable Matches in History
Atalanta's 2-0 victory in January 2024 stands as their most commanding performance. The low-scoring affairs, particularly the 0-0 and 1-1 draws, highlight defensive solidity from both teams.
Lessons for the Upcoming Match
With an average of just 1.6 goals per match and frequent narrow margins, any prediction should account for a tight, tactical battle where home advantage could prove decisive.
Atalanta vs Udinese - Expert Analysis
Synthesis of Forces
This Serie A encounter presents a clear contrast between Atalanta's formidable home fortress and Udinese's struggles for consistency. The Bergamaschi enter with superior defensive organization, having conceded just 22 goals across 26 matches, while maintaining positive momentum with recent victories. Udinese, despite occasional defensive resilience evidenced by 5 clean sheets, lacks the attacking potency to trouble elite opposition consistently.
Deciding Factors
Atalanta's defensive solidity combined with their attacking versatility creates a significant mismatch. Udinese's 1.1 goals-per-match average reveals limited offensive threat, particularly problematic against a well-drilled backline. The home side's ability to control tempo and exploit transitions will prove decisive.
Main Prediction
Atalanta to win comfortably (2-0 or 3-0). The quality gap is substantial, and Atalanta's current form suggests they'll dominate proceedings from start to finish.
Secondary Betting Tips
- Under 3.5 Total Goals: Solid defensive displays from both sides suggest a controlled affair.
- Atalanta -1 Handicap: Excellent value given their superiority.
- Both Teams to Score - NO: Udinese's attacking limitations make this attractive.
Conclusion
Atalanta's comprehensive advantages across all departments make them overwhelming favorites. Expect a professional, controlled victory for the hosts.