Udinese and AC Milan meet in round 8 of the Italy Serie A 2026/27 championship. The match takes place this Sunday 25 October at 19:45 (UK time) at the Bluenergy Stadium in Udine.

Relegation anxiety is already creeping into Friuli as Udinese scramble to arrest an alarming five-match losing skid, with the squad forced into a training retreat following last weekend’s 3-0 home dismantling by Lecce. Halting that slide will require a monumental effort against an AC Milan side that remains unbeaten in domestic action, eager to restore their pride after Thursday’s chaotic 3-0 European defeat at Bournemouth.

This Udinese vs. Milan prediction points toward an intense, high-stakes battle between a wounded home defence and a clinical Rossoneri frontline. Find out our betting tips for Udinese vs. AC Milan and what our experts are predicting for today’s game.

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Udinese vs. AC Milan - Head-to-head record

The historical rivalry between these two traditional clubs spans 107 official fixtures, with Milan claiming 47 victories to Udinese’s 24, alongside 36 draws.

Recent meetings in Friuli have belonged squarely to the visitors, with Milan winning their last three Serie A trips to the Bluenergy Stadium by a combined 10-2 scoreline.

However, Udinese stunned the Rossoneri with a 3-0 triumph at San Siro in their most recent encounter back in April.

Stalemates have been virtually nonexistent in recent years, with none of the last eight league fixtures between the sides ending level and the away team winning five of the last six.

Given Udinese’s porous backline and Milan’s desire to keep pace with the top three, Sunday’s clash should deliver another decisive, action-packed contest.

Head-to-head

Udinese - Struggling for form

Kosta Runjaic’s side enter Sunday night under intense scrutiny after a string of passive displays left them hovering just above the relegation zone. Below is an overview of the hosts’ current form, defensive concerns, and projected starting XI:

Recent form

The Little Zebras sit 16th on four points, with five consecutive league defeats representing their worst top-flight slide since April 2018.

The Bluenergy Stadium has offered little comfort this term, yielding just a single point from four matches. More concerning is Udinese’s tendency to unravel as matches progress: Runjaic’s men hold the worst second-half goal difference in the division (-8), having found the net only twice after the interval all season.

Stopping that slump requires tightening up a leaky backline that has shipped 16 league goals. Maduka Okoye will start in goal behind a three-man defense featuring Oumar Solet, Enzo Ebosse, and Nicolò Bertola, with veteran David Alaba sidelined after suffering a calf strain on his full debut.

Flank protection comes from Mërgim Vojvoda and Hassane Kamara, while Jesper Karlström and Jakub Piotrowski provide the physical screen in central midfield.

In the attacking third, Dutch midfielder Jurgen Ekkelenkamp represents the primary danger man with three goals this term, linking up with Giorgi Chakvetadze to feed target man Keinan Davis, particularly with attackers Idrissa Gueye (ankle) and Vakoun Bayo (muscle) still out of action.

The hosts do welcome back Italian international Nicolò Zaniolo, who is available again following a thigh injury.

Results of the last five matches

Probable line-up for Udinese

Maduka Okoye; Nicolò Bertola, Oumar Solet, Enzo Ebosse; Mërgim Vojvoda, Jesper Karlström, Jakub Piotrowski, Hassane Kamara; Jurgen Ekkelenkamp, Giorgi Chakvetadze; Keinan Davis (Zaniolo).

AC Milan - Enjoying a good run

Rúben Amorim takes his Milan squad northeast looking to maintain their unbeaten domestic record and erase the memory of Thursday’s 3-0 European collapse on the south coast of England. Here is an examination of the visitors’ tactical setup, attacking firepower, and expected starting lineup ahead of kickoff:

Recent form

The Rossoneri occupy fourth place on 15 points, having navigated their first seven league games without defeat (four wins and three draws).

While their home form has been electric, Amorim’s side have developed a habit of sharing the points on their travels, drawing three consecutive away matches against Sassuolo, Liverpool, and Lecce.

Nonetheless, Milan remain notoriously stubborn on the road in league play, having suffered just three Serie A away defeats since the start of last season.

Amorim’s plans receive a significant boost with club-record signing Gonçalo Ramos declared fit to start after missing the trip to England with a minor calf issue.

The Portuguese striker will lead the line supported by Christian Pulisic and in-form midfielder Adrien Rabiot, who leads the squad with four goals and three assists.

Milan must manage without injured wingers Samuel Chukwueze (hip) and Alexis Saelemaekers (ankle), as well as Ruben Loftus-Cheek. In midfield, veteran Luka Modrić orchestrates tempo alongside the athleticism of Yunus Musah, with Diego Moreira and Pervis Estupiñán providing width.

At the back, goalkeeper Mike Maignan retains the gloves as his European red card does not carry over to Serie A, protected by a back three of Koni De Winter, Strahinja Pavlović, and Mario Gila, with Mattia Gabbia out through a tendon complaint.

Results of the last five matches

Probable line-up for AC Milan

Mike Maignan; Mario Gila, Koni De Winter, Strahinja Pavlović; Diego Moreira, Yunus Musah, Luka Modrić, Pervis Estupiñán; Adrien Rabiot, Christian Pulisic; Gonçalo Ramos.

Udinese vs. AC Milan - Stats

• Across 107 competitive meetings, AC Milan hold 47 wins to Udinese’s 24, with 36 draws.
• None of the last eight Serie A encounters between these two clubs have finished in a draw.
• Udinese have lost five consecutive league matches, conceding 16 goals in seven games this season.
• AC Milan have scored 10 of their 14 Serie A goals this campaign after the 60th minute.
• Adrien Rabiot has been directly involved in 50% of Milan’s league goals this season (four goals, three assists).
• Jurgen Ekkelenkamp has contributed directly to four of Udinese’s nine league goals (three goals, one assist).

Predictions for Udinese vs. AC Milan - Goals expected in Udine

Udinese’s backline has been completely exposed in recent weeks, conceding 13 goals during their five-match losing streak. With Milan attacking with pace through Pulisic and Ramos returning to lead the line, backing AC Milan to be winning at half-time is a high-value angle against a side with serious confidence issues.

Amorim’s men will want to respond decisively after Thursday’s European slip-up, and their track record in Udine is exceptional, having won their last three visits by a 10-2 aggregate scoreline. Backing AC Milan to win with a -0.75 Asian Handicap covers a full payout on a two-goal victory and a half-win on a one-goal margin.

Neither manager has built a side designed to play for a point, and historical meetings between these clubs rarely produce defensive stalemates. With Udinese desperate to avoid another home defeat and Milan possessing unmatched midfield firepower in Rabiot and Modrić, backing the match to end with a decisive winner and Over 2.5 goals represents our primary prediction.

The odds mentioned were collected at the time of writing this prediction and are subject to change. Always check the bookmaker’s site for up-to-date information.

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Udinese have scored seven of their nine league goals before the break, while Milan’s attack creates chances early. Backing at least one goal in the opening 45 minutes carries strong value.

Where to watch Udinese vs. AC Milan?

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Udinese vs. AC Milan - Match details

Check out the match details:

• Match: Udinese vs. AC Milan
• Competition: Italy Serie A 2026
• Date: 25/10/2026
• Kick-off: 19:45 (UK time)

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