Series A
7:45 p.mMarch 2, 2026
Regular season – 27
Blueenergy Stadium – Stadio Friuli
Referee: Luca Pairetto, Italy
Udinese
Fiorentina
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1.50
Expected Goals (xG)
0.68
Passing by
236 (78%)
Accurate passes
484 (88%)
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40
G
Maduka Okoye
6.9
13
d
Nicolò Bertola
6.9
d
Christian Kabasele
10′
31
d
Thomas Kristensen
6.9
33
M
Jordan Zemura
7.3
32
M
Jurgen Ekkelenkamp
6.6
8
M
Jesper Karlström (C)
6.5
24
M
6.9
M
Kingsley Ehizibue
32′ Unsportsmanlike conductF
Nicolò Zaniolo
10′
Serie A classification – Serie A
Qualification/Relegation
- Promotion – Champions League (League phase)
- Promotion – Europa League (League phase)
- Promotion – Conference League (ranking)
- Relegation – Serie B
Udinese put in a dominant display, securing an emphatic 3-0 win over Fiorentina in a crucial Serie A clash at the Blueenergy Stadium.
Udinese put in a huge performance at the Blueenergy Stadium on March 2, dismantling Fiorentina with a decisive 3-0 win. Goals from Christian Kabasele, Keinan Davis and Adam Buksa secured all three points for the home side.
Both teams entered this Serie A encounter in lower mid-table positions. Udinese were 12th, while Fiorentina were 16th, making this a vital game to build momentum and move away from any potential relegation concerns.
Udinese started with intent, asserting themselves early on. In the 10th minute, Christian Kabasele rose higher and headed home. Nicolò Zaniolo provided the timely assistance, giving the locals a dream start.
The first goal energized Udinese and put Fiorentina on the back foot. Despite enjoying more possession, Fiorentina struggled to create meaningful chances to test the Udinese goalkeeper.
The half saw the physicality increase as both teams battled for control. Fiorentina’s M. Pongracic was shown a yellow card for fouling in the 28th minute. Four minutes later, Udinese’s Kingsley Ehizibue and Fiorentina’s Fabiano Parisi were also booked.
The Fiorentina coach made tactical adjustments at half-time, introducing M. Brescianini and P. Comuzzo. They hoped these changes would provide a much-needed spark and help them break down Udinese’s resolute defence.
The second half began with Fiorentina trying to push forward, but their attacking efforts lacked precision. Udinese remained disciplined, soaking up the pressure and looking for opportunities to counter.
Udinese capitalized on a defensive lapse in the 64th minute as Keinan Davis stepped up confidently to convert a penalty, calmly sending the keeper the wrong way. This doubled Udinese’s lead and put them firmly in control.
After the goal, both teams turned to their benches to look for fresh legs. Adam Buksa replaced goalscorer Davis for Udinese. Fiorentina introduced attackers like R. Mandragora and M. Kean in a desperate attempt to salvage something, while Luca Ranieri was shown a yellow card in the 80th minute.
Udinese continued to press for more, despite their comfortable lead. In the 90th + 4th minute, substitute Adam Buksa secured the resounding victory. He scored a third goal, putting an exclamation point on a memorable performance.
Udinese showed a clinical finish, scoring three goals with just seven shots on target. Fiorentina, despite having 64% possession and taking 11 shots, failed to get a single shot on target. This efficiency differential was marked, with Udinese’s xG at 1.5 and Fiorentina’s 0.68.
This crucial 3-0 win moves Udinese up to 12th in the Serie A standings, giving their season a significant boost. Fiorentina, meanwhile, remain stuck in 16th place, facing further pressure after a disappointing away defeat.
