Atalanta is in uncertain form and fighting for a European spot in Serie A. Gian Piero Gasperini's side are unbeaten in five home matches, including a stunning 4-1 victory over Borussia Dortmund and a comeback win over Napoli (2-1). Despite a recent 2-2 draw with Lazio in the Coppa Italia, the Bergamasco side look the better team and will play only for victory.
Udinese are not a stable team. They are in tenth place, alternating between impressive matches and disappointing ones. A prime example is their 3-0 rout of Fiorentina, followed by disappointing losses to Bologna (0-1) and Lecce (1-2). The team is proving shaky on the road, and they have little chance of success when visiting one of the league leaders.
The head-to-head record is entirely in the hosts' favor. Atalanta has won four of their last five head-to-head matches, losing just one. In the first half of the current season, Udinese sensationally defeated Atalanta 1-0 at home, and now the Bergamasco side are eager to take revenge on their home fans.
