Udinese and Lecce prepare for high-pressing Serie A clash

Udinese Calcio and US Lecce are set to face each other this Sunday at 12:30 in Friuli. Both teams have experienced difficult starts to the season, struggling to find consistency in their recent performances.

Udinese currently sits in 15th place with four points from six matches, having suffered four losses. Defensive vulnerabilities have been a primary concern, with the team conceding 13 goals so far. Under coach Kosta Runjaić, the team is expected to utilize a 3-4-2-1 formation, focusing on physical defense and rapid transitions.

Lecce follows closely with six points, also recording four losses in their first six games. Managed by Eusebio Di Francesco, the team typically employs a 4-3-3 system. Statistical data indicates that both sides utilize high-intensity pressing; Udinese attempts to recover the ball an average of 43 meters from the opponent's goal, slightly higher than Lecce’s typical pressing range.

Key player availability remains a factor for the match, with uncertainty surrounding the participation of Keinan Davis and the expected absence of Nicolò Zaniolo for the visitors.