Udinese loses friendly to Shabab Al Ahli during Austrian camp

Gino Pozzo, the club's advisor, arrived at Udinese's pre‑season training camp in Lienz, Austria, where he met technical director Gokhan Inler and head coach Kosta Runjaic to review the squad's progress.

In a friendly against UAE side Shabab Al‑Ahli Dubai, Udinese were beaten 2‑1. Shabab scored through Mateus (2') and Adil (60'), while Buksa replied for Udinese in the 74th minute. Midfielder Mattia Zaniolo was knocked on the knee in the first half, causing a six‑minute stoppage. Post‑match analysis criticised the team's rhythm and right‑side play and floated the possible signing of winger Panos Katseris.