| # | GP | W | D | L | DIFF | Goals | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 38 | 27 | 6 | 5 | +54 | 89:35 | 87 | |
| 2 | 38 | 23 | 7 | 8 | +22 | 58:36 | 76 | |
| 3 | 38 | 23 | 4 | 11 | +28 | 59:31 | 73 | |
| 4 | 38 | 20 | 11 | 7 | +36 | 65:29 | 71 | |
| 5 | 38 | 20 | 10 | 8 | +18 | 53:35 | 70 | |
| 6 | 38 | 19 | 12 | 7 | +27 | 61:34 | 69 | |
| 7 | 38 | 15 | 14 | 9 | +15 | 51:36 | 59 | |
| 8 | 38 | 16 | 8 | 14 | +3 | 49:46 | 56 | |
| 9 | 38 | 14 | 12 | 12 | +1 | 41:40 | 54 | |
| 10 | 38 | 14 | 8 | 16 | -3 | 45:48 | 50 | |
| 11 | 38 | 14 | 7 | 17 | -4 | 46:50 | 49 | |
| 12 | 38 | 12 | 9 | 17 | -19 | 44:63 | 45 | |
| 13 | 38 | 11 | 12 | 15 | -18 | 28:46 | 45 | |
| 14 | 38 | 11 | 10 | 17 | -13 | 40:53 | 43 | |
| 15 | 38 | 9 | 15 | 14 | -9 | 41:50 | 42 | |
| 16 | 38 | 10 | 11 | 17 | -10 | 41:51 | 41 | |
| 17 | 38 | 10 | 8 | 20 | -22 | 28:50 | 38 | |
| 18 | 38 | 8 | 10 | 20 | -25 | 32:57 | 34 | |
| 19 | 38 | 3 | 12 | 23 | -36 | 25:61 | 21 | |
| 20 | 38 | 2 | 12 | 24 | -45 | 26:71 | 18 |
Genoa hosted Udinese in a Serie A clash on March 20, 2026. Both sides entered the contest eager to secure crucial league points, setting the stage for a potentially tense encounter at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris.
Genoa asserted control of possession from the outset, dictating the tempo of the game for significant periods. Their build-up play saw them comfortably progress the ball into the opposition half, evidenced by their higher number of passes in this zone. However, despite creating a couple of big chances and registering a respectable expected goals figure, they struggled to translate this territorial advantage into concrete scoring opportunities. Their attacking forays often stalled before reaching the final decisive pass, limiting their true threat.
The Grifone's attacking strategy involved a decent volume of crosses, though only a portion found their intended targets. Their midfield, featuring players like Frendrup and Malinovskyi, worked to initiate attacks, but Udinese's defensive shape remained largely resolute. While Genoa's passing game was evident, with a significant number of successful short passes, their final ball and shot accuracy proved insufficient to break down the visitors' organised backline during this phase of play.
Udinese, meanwhile, adopted a more pragmatic approach, focusing on defensive solidity and looking to exploit opportunities on the counter. While their possession statistics were lower, they managed to frustrate Genoa's attacking ambitions effectively. The backline, marshalled by players like Kabasele and Solet, worked diligently to limit Genoa's clear-cut chances, despite the home side's sustained pressure and a higher volume of attacking passes. Their ability to stay compact was key to weathering the storm.
The visitors' defensive efforts were highlighted by their successful tackles and interceptions, disrupting Genoa's rhythm whenever they threatened to build momentum. Though Genoa's expected goals suggested a potential for scoring, Udinese's organised structure and commitment to defensive duties ensured that the scoreline remained level. The match statistics reflect a contest where Genoa held the initiative in terms of possession and attacking build-up, but Udinese's resilience prevented them from capitalising fully.
