Series A
7:45 p.mMarch 14, 2026
Regular season – 29
Blueenergy Stadium – Stadio Friuli
Referee: Maurizio Mariani, Italy
Udinese
Juventus
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0.66
Expected Goals (xG)
3.08
Passing by
340 (85%)
Accurate passes
416 (86%)
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40
G
Maduka Okoye
7.6
31
d
Thomas Kristensen
6.6
d
Christian Kabasele
90+3′ Unsportsmanlike conduct
19
d
Kingsley Ehizibue
6.6
8
M
Jesper Karlström (C)
6.6
11
M
Hassane Kamara
6.9
14
M
Arthur Atta
6.3
32
M
Jurgen Ekkelenkamp
6.2
6
M
Oier Zarraga
6.3
9
F
Keinan Davis
7.3
F
Nicolò Zaniolo
32′ rough
1
G
Matthias Perin
6.9
d
Lloyd Kelly
90+1′ Holding
3
d
Bremen
7.0
15
d
rabbit stone
6.9
27
M
Andrea Cambiaso
7.2
19
M
Khephren Thuram
6.2
5
M
Manuel Locatelli (C)
7.6
22
M
Weston McKennie
6.9
F
Jeremy has it
38′
7
F
Francisco Concepcion
6.2
F
Kenan Yildiz
38′
Serie A classification – Serie A
Qualification/Relegation
- Promotion – Champions League (League phase)
- Promotion – Europa League (League phase)
- Promotion – Conference League (ranking)
- Relegation – Serie B
Juventus secured a crucial 1-0 win over Udinese, with Jérémie Boga’s first-half goal proving the difference at the Blueenergy Stadium.
On 14 March 2026, Juventus traveled to Udine needing points to consolidate their position in the European Serie A race. Sixth with inconsistent recent form, they faced an 11th-placed Udinese side looking to stabilize their mid-table position. The stage was set for a tense Serie A encounter.
The visitors, Juventus, quickly established their dominance in the opening period. They controlled the ball, circulating possession and probing the Udinese defense with creative runs and passes. His intent was clear from the kick-off, moving forward aggressively.
As the first half progressed, the pressure increased on the home side. Udinese’s Nicolo Zaniolo was shown a yellow card in the 32nd minute for a hard tackle, reflecting the growing intensity. Just six minutes later, Juventus broke the deadlock.
In the 38th minute, Kenan Yıldız showed brilliant vision, providing a precise assist to Jérémie Boga. Boga clinically slotted the ball home, giving Juventus a deserved lead. It was a well-worked goal that rewarded Juventus’ attacking effort.
At the break, Udinese faced the challenge of finding an equalizer and asserting themselves more offensively. Juventus, meanwhile, needed to maintain control and avoid complacency to secure the vital three points.
The second half began with tactical changes from both benches. Juventus thought they had extended their lead in the 70th minute when Francisco Conceicao found the back of the net, but VAR intervention ruled out the goal for offside. This kept the thin lead intact.
Udinese responded with more urgency, making several substitutions to inject fresh energy into their attack. Despite their efforts, they struggled to create clear-cut chances, finding Juventus’ defense resolute. Goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, however, was kept busy, making several impressive saves to prevent Juventus from scoring again.
As the match entered its final phase, the physicality intensified. Udinese’s B. Mlacic received a yellow card in the 88th minute, followed by Juventus’ Lloyd Kelly in the 90th+1st minute. Christian Kabasele also saw yellow for Udinese in stoppage time for unsportsmanlike conduct.
The statistics highlighted Juventus’ best offensive performance. They recorded an expected goals (xG) of 3.08 compared to Udinese’s 0.66, reflecting their dominance. Juventus had a total of 22 shots, with 8 on target, while Udinese had just 10 shots in total and 2 on target. Maduka Okoye was Udinese’s standout player, making 7 saves to keep his side in the contest.
This hard-fought 1-0 win significantly boosts Juventus’ quest for European football, moving them closer to the top spots. Udinese, despite Okoye’s defensive resilience, will need to improve their offensive performance in the next few games to climb higher in the Serie A standings.
