Serie A Preview: Can Yurić’s Debut Bring a Turnaround for Roma? A Win for Udinese Could See Them Top the Table

On September 23 at 00:00, in the 5th round of Serie A, Roma will host Udinese. New coach Yurić is set to make his debut with Roma, and it remains to be seen if the change in management can bring the team their first win of the season; Udinese have shown great form, and a victory could see them top the table, providing significant motivation for the team.

In the Serie A standings, Roma sit 17th with 3 points from 3 draws and 1 loss, while Udinese are second with 10 points from 3 wins and 1 draw.

Roma have yet to secure a win in the first four rounds of the league, leading to De Rossi’s dismissal. New coach Yurić has taken over, and although he has previously coached teams like Genoa, Verona, and Torino, he has no experience managing a traditional powerhouse. Facing the in-form dark horse Udinese right after taking charge will be a significant challenge for him.

Roma’s attack has been lackluster, scoring only 2 goals in the first four matches, making them the second-lowest scoring team in Serie A. Dovbyk and Shomurodov each scored one goal, accounting for all of the team’s goals this season so far.

Yurić spoke highly of Udinese: “Udinese have demonstrated their mentality in the games, they are very strong and play beautiful football. I consider them one of the strongest teams in Serie A, and this match will be tough.”

Udinese are just one point behind the top-placed Torino, and a win could see them top the table in this round. Udinese, who struggled to avoid relegation last season, have transformed into an eye-catching dark horse this season. In the Udinese squad, Thauvin has contributed 4 goals and 3 assists, becoming the top scorer and the player with the most goal contributions, undoubtedly the core of the offense. Lorenzo Luca has scored 3 goals, and Brenner has provided 2 goals and 1 assist.

In this match, Roma’s Lefort and Salernitano are out due to injury; Udinese’s Deulofeu, Ghiannetti, and Sánchez are also sidelined due to injuries.

In previous encounters, Roma have a clear advantage with 56 wins, 26 draws, and 24 losses; at Roma’s home ground, Roma have dominated with 33 wins, 13 draws, and 7 losses.

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