Overview
- Como face Udinese at Stadio Sinigaglia at 12:30 local time in the 18th round, with live streaming on DAZN.
- Fabregas is back on the touchline after suspension, while defender Carlos is banned and long‑term absentees Diao and Morata remain out.
- ANSA’s probables list Como in a 4-2-3-1 with Douvikas supported by Nico Paz, and Udinese in a 3-5-2 featuring Zaniolo and Davis.
- Udinese coach Kosta Runjaic stressed a collective defensive plan to limit Paz and noted injuries including Buksa, with goalkeeper selection recently debated.
- Bookmakers rate Como as favorites, and the fixture opens a pivotal January that includes Bologna and Milan at home and Lazio away, plus Coppa Italia ties.