Udinese vs Inter Prediction 17 January 2026
📢 Saturday's Serie A action kicks off with a clash at the Dacia Arena, where Udinese host Inter. The home side continue to struggle with inconsistency-they can deliver a solid performance one week and completely fall apart the next. The Nerazzurri, on the other hand, maintain a steady and confident form, consistently picking up points and holding their position at the top of the table. The Milan side clearly aim to leave Udine with three points, but underestimating their opponents on the road could prove costly.
Head-to-Head
📊 In the head-to-head encounters between Udinese and Inter, they've played 39 matches recently, with a significant advantage for the Nerazzurri-25 wins against 9, and 5 matches ending in a draw. In the first round of the current season, Udinese pulled off a sensational 2-1 victory away against Inter. However, it's important to consider the context: the match took place on August 31, when the Milan side was still adjusting to Cristian Chivu's demands and didn't yet appear as cohesive as they do now.
Head-to-head statistics Udinese - Inter
Udinese Calcio Team Overview
⚪ This winter has not been kind to Udinese. Since the start of December, the team have played eight matches and secured only two victories, while also exiting the Coppa Italia after a 2-0 defeat to Juventus in the Round of 16. In Serie A, their situation has slightly worsened: after 20 rounds, the "Little Zebras" sit in tenth place with 26 points, and their gap from the European competition spots has significantly widened.
⚫ In their last outing, Udinese, backed by their home crowd, failed to defeat Pisa (2-2), a team that hasn't tasted victory in nine matches and currently languishes in the relegation zone. The hosts didn't look any better than their opponents and were completely lost in the second half, managing just three shots in 45 minutes. At one point, it seemed even a draw might slip away.
Match Results: Udinese Calcio
Inter Milano Team Overview
🔵 Inter rank among the most efficient teams in recent weeks alongside Juventus and Atalanta. The Milan side have clinched 8 victories in their last 11 matches, with setbacks only against Liverpool in the Champions League (0-1), Bologna in the Italian Super Cup (1-1, losing on penalties), and Napoli in Serie A (2-2). In the Serie A standings, the Nerazzurri are confidently leading the pack, holding a solitary first place with 46 points from 20 rounds.
⚫ Their latest match also ended in victory. On January 14, Inter narrowly defeated Lecce at home (1-0). Despite the modest scoreline, the hosts dominated throughout. Cristian Chivu opted for a semi-rotated lineup, resting several key players due to a congested schedule that doesn't allow fielding the strongest squad every game.
Match Results: Inter Milano
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Udinese Calcio
📣 Udinese head coach Kosta Runjaic expressed satisfaction with his team's performance but was disappointed with the 2-2 draw against Pisa: "I'm pleased with the way the guys played, but not with the result. In Serie A, every game is decided by fine margins: today we put in a really solid performance, but two easily avoidable moments cost us two points." Runjaic emphasized the importance of maintaining belief and reducing errors: "We need to cut down on such mistakes and stay optimistic. If we had scored another goal, everyone would be much happier, but we continue to work and move forward on this path."
🚫 Udinese face two setbacks. Forward Adam Buksa is sidelined with a thigh injury and won't return until the end of January, while Nicolo Zaniolo will miss the upcoming match due to an accumulation of yellow cards. This is a significant blow to the team's attacking potential, especially given the limited options up front.
Inter Milano
📣 After a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Lecce, Chivu singled out Pio Esposito: "I've known Pio Esposito since he was knee-high to me. I'm happy for him and the whole team." The coach acknowledged the match's difficulty and the psychological factor following the game against Napoli: "The match wasn't easy. After facing Napoli, I feared a drop-off, and Lecce are a well-organized team. But I saw the right attitude, which is what allowed us to secure three points in a game that's usually easier to lose than to win." Chivu concluded by emphasizing his confidence in the team: "I trust my players-their maturity is what makes the difference. This championship will be a battle for every point until May, and we must be ready for it."
🚫 Inter are facing a notably more challenging personnel situation. Backup goalkeepers Josep Martinez and Raffaele Di Gennaro are still recovering from injuries. Denzel Dumfries is out long-term with an ankle injury, and Hakan Çalhanoğlu is sidelined due to a muscle injury. Thomas Palacios's participation remains uncertain.
⚽️ Goal Prediction
Head-to-head encounters between Udinese and Inter are rarely low-scoring affairs - the over 2.5 goals bet has hit in their last eight Serie A meetings. It's also worth noting that Udinese have been consistently scoring and conceding this season, while Inter boast the league's highest goal tally with 43 goals in 20 matches. Thus, betting on the "over" seems like a strong play.
🚩 Corner Prediction
Bookmakers set a surprisingly low bar for Udinese's corner count. The "Little Zebras" frequently surpass the mark of three corners - the over 2.5 corners for Udinese has occurred in 14 of their last 16 Serie A matches. Considering Inter allowed Lecce, a team known for deep defending, to earn three corners even at their own ground in a recent 1-0 win, this wager appears quite promising.
Editorial Prediction
According to bookmakers, Inter are the clear favorites for the upcoming clash, and it's hard to disagree with that assessment. Yes, Udinese managed to pull off an unexpected away win against the Nerazzurri in the first round (2-1), but much has changed since then: the "Little Zebras" have significantly lost momentum and appear inconsistent, while the Milan side are confidently dismantling opponents one after another - seven wins in their last eight league matches speak for themselves. In such form, the visitors are expected to secure all three points, so our bet is on Inter to win with a -1 handicap. We anticipate seeing a scoreline of 1-3 on the scoreboard.
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