Inter vs Udinese

1. Core Players & Star Quality

Inter 
• Retain a strong Serie A-winning core: Lautaro Martínez, Sommer, Barella, Çalhanoglu, Bastoni, Dimarco, Thuram, Pavard. 
• High attacking output: Thuram (14 goals, 4 assists), Lautaro (12 goals, 3 assists), Çalhanoglu (5 goals, 6 assists). 
• Core players logging heavy minutes - Lautaro (2579), Thuram (2299), Barella (2467), Bastoni (2422). 
• Defensive security led by Sommer in goal, plus Bastoni–Pavard–de Vrij rotation. 

Udinese 
• Key figures Karlström (3189 mins), Lovric (2329 mins), Bijol (2965 mins before leaving). 
• Goals mostly came from Lucca (12 goals) and Thauvin (8 goals), both now departed. 
• Other starters like Kamara (1G, 4A) and Lovric (2G, 3A) contribute modestly. 
• Reliance shifts onto midfield ball carriers after loss of main strikers. 

2. Departures Impact

Inter 
• Minimal disruption - no major stars departed. 
• Squad continuity gives tactical stability. 

Udinese 
• Severe losses: Lucca (12G) and Thauvin (8G) - 20 goals gone. 
• Defensive leader Bijol also departed, weakening structure. 
• Attack now blunted, with creative burden falling to Lovric and Kamara. 

3. New Player Integration

Inter 
• New depth: Frattesi (5G, 1A), Zielinski (2G, 2A), Diouf (2236 mins), Pavard (1585 mins). 
• Bisseck (1643 mins) showing development in defense, Taremi adds rotational forward cover. 
• Sub options elevate quality rather than just fill gaps. 

Udinese 
• New arrivals: Bertola (CB), Kabasele (2G in 1163 mins), Atta (young AM), Davis (2G, 1A), Bravo (2G, 1A). 
• Defensive additions steady but none replace lost firepower. 
• Attack looks unconvincing at Serie A elite level. 

4. Assists & Goals Output

Inter 
• Balanced threat: Thuram (18 G+A), Lautaro (15 G+A), Çalhanoglu (11 G+A), Dimarco (11 G+A). 
• Supporting firepower: Dumfries (7G, 2A), Darmian (3G, 2A), Bastoni (5A). 
• Multiple double-digit contributors, spread across midfield and attack. 

Udinese 
• Lost main firepower (Lucca + Thauvin). 
• Current options: Ekkelenkamp (3G, 2A), Kristensen (1G), Bravo (2G, 1A). 
• Lacks consistent attacking production, making them easier to contain. 

5. Substitutes’ Experience & Depth

Inter 
• Deep bench: Frattesi, Zielinski, Asllani, Taremi, Bisseck, Pavard. 
• Subs provide both defensive cover and attacking goals/assists. 
• Quality depth ensures Inter can rotate without losing intensity. 

Udinese 
• Bench includes Kabasele, Giannetti, Bravo, Davis, Zarraga. 
• Mostly cover roles; limited match-winning quality. 
• Late-game impact far weaker than Inter’s. 

6. Forecast & Expected Dynamics

1. Inter Advantage: Multiple scoring outlets, depth in all areas, strong possession and pressing game. 

1. Udinese Challenge: Loss of 20 goals leaves them dependent on makeshift forwards; survival likely relies on set pieces and counters. 

1. Likely Flow: Inter control possession (65–70%), Udinese defend deep, occasionally break forward but struggle to sustain attacks. 

7. Predicted Strength Balance

• Inter: ★★★★★ (Elite) - balanced across all phases, elite finishing, depth ensures dominance.
  • Udinese: ★★☆☆☆ (Below average) - defense patched but attack heavily weakened.

Projected Result: Inter win, most likely by 3+ goals, unless Udinese produce a rare defensive masterclass.