Napoli vs Udinese: Serie A Match Preview

The Serie A clash at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona in Naples kicks off on 2026-05-24. Napoli host Udinese on the final Regular Season - 38 matchday, starting from 2nd place with 73 points and a goal difference of 21. Udinese arrive in 10th place on 50 points with a goal difference of -2.

Napoli Availability

Napoli face at least one confirmed absence. R. Lukaku (Hip Injury) is sidelined. David Neres (Ankle Injury) is doubtful. With no further injuries listed, key attacking figures R. Højlund (11 goals, 5 assists) and S. McTominay (10 goals, 3 assists) are available to lead the home side’s offense.

Udinese Availability

Udinese have a heavier list of concerns. H. Kamara (Yellow Cards) is sidelined due to suspension. N. Zaniolo (Back Injury) is sidelined. A. Zanoli (Knee Injury) is sidelined. J. Ekkelenkamp (Leg Injury) is doubtful. N. Zaniolo’s 5 goals and 6 assists make his absence a major blow to Udinese’s creativity.

Impact Summary

Napoli lose the penalty-box presence of R. Lukaku but retain most of their attacking output through R. Højlund and S. McTominay. Udinese, by contrast, are deprived of N. Zaniolo’s combined 11 goal contributions, placing extra responsibility on leading scorer and creator K. Davis (10 goals, 4 assists) to carry the attacking threat.