The Serie A match between Udinese and Genoa took place with Genoa winning 1-0, thanks to a penalty scored by Malinovskyi. The game was highly competitive, with Leali making crucial saves for Udinese and Malinovskyi converting the penalty after Karlstrom's error. The first half saw attempts from Vitinha and Ekkelenkamp, while Genoa's Davis and Zaniolo were active in attack. Genoa fielded Otoa and Masini in defense, replacing injured Ostigard and Frendrup, who suffered from muscle issues. De Rossi, Genoa's coach, praised Zaniolo's development, comparing him to a powerful athlete and recalling humorous training stories from Roma. He also emphasized the importance of winning every game to escape the relegation zone. The match was broadcast on DAZN and Sky, with both teams aiming to improve their standings—Udinese seeking to continue their recent form after a victory and a cup loss, and Genoa hoping to extend their positive streak after their first league win at Marassi. De Rossi highlighted the physicality and consistency of Udinese, noting they have been stable in Serie A for decades. The Genoa squad was confirmed with key players like Colombo and Vitinha, while Ostigard and Frendrup were unavailable due to injury, replaced by Otoa and Masini. The upcoming fixtures and team strategies reflect a competitive season with both teams eager for points.