Udinese in crisis, but Roma's trip to Friuli is never straightforward, Gasperini warns

Roma travel to Udinese for the tenth round of Serie A Enilive, with the match broadcast live and exclusively on DAZN and a 6pm kickoff. Coach Gian Piero Gasperini's side return to away action after a 4-2 win over Cagliari at the Stadio Olimpico on Tuesday. The fixture comes with a wider context. Roma want to build momentum before their demanding Champions League trip to Manchester United next Tuesday, and three more points in Friuli would strengthen their position as they prepare for that test. To watch the match on television, fans will need a DAZN subscription. The service is available through the DAZN app on smart TVs, or on gaming consoles such as Xbox or PlayStation. Other devices are also supported, including Amazon Fire TV Stick, Google Chromecast and the TIM VISION Box. Supporters can follow the action through the live commentary on Forzaroma.info and via the club's social media updates on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

Roma travel to Udine for Serie A matchday 10 of 2026-27, facing Udinese at the Bluenergy Stadium, just days after their home win over Cagliari. Ahead of the match, the club has issued practical guidance for supporters following the team to Friuli, covering tickets, transport, stadium access and things to see in the city. Away-section tickets went on sale on Friday 23 October at 16:00 through the official TicketOne platform, priced at 40 euros. Sales end on Saturday 31 October at 18:00, which coincides with kick-off. Udinese have confirmed there are no territorial restrictions on away fans. To buy, supporters must follow the AS Roma Card authorisation procedure, indicated by the Giallorossi on the TicketOne Sport portal. Tickets for the away section cannot be bought at the stadium on matchday. Roma therefore advise supporters to travel only if they already hold a valid entry ticket. Full updated information is available in the club's official communication. The train is one of the most practical options from the capital, especially for those wishing to avoid a long car journey. High-speed services run from Roma Termini or Roma Tiburtina towards northern Italy, continuing in the direction of Udine. Depending on the options available, the journey may involve a change at Venezia Mestre or be a direct service. The total journey generally takes between five and a half and seven hours, depending on stops, connections and the service chosen. Fans should check timetables on the Trenitalia and Italo websites. From Udine station, urban bus line 9 links the station and the bus station with the Bluenergy Stadium area. Services and frequencies should be verified before departure, particularly for the return journey after the match. Long-distance coaches are an alternative, with FlixBus offering links between Rome and Udine, usually departing from Roma Tiburtina bus station. Some routes involve intermediate changes. The trip is considerably longer than by train, taking around nine to eleven hours or more depending on the route. Prices, stops and availability should be checked at the time of booking. For a 18:00 kick-off, it is advisable to choose an option that allows arrival in Udine with sufficient time, including the transfer to the stadium. By car, the road distance between Rome and Udine is about 650 kilometres, depending on the starting point and route. The journey takes roughly seven to eight hours, excluding stops and any delays. The most common route follows the A1 motorway towards Florence and Bologna, then continues towards Padua, Venice and Friuli-Venezia Giulia. The Bluenergy Stadium, located at piazzale Repubblica Argentina 3, can be reached via the A23 motorway and the exits signposted for the stadium area. Those coming from Venice and Trieste should leave at the Udine Sud toll booth, continue on the Tangenziale Ovest towards Tarvisio and follow signs for the Stadio Friuli – Ospiti Curva Sud exit. Traffic restrictions and dedicated routes for away supporters may be in place on match days, so fans should check local authority communications before setting off. By air, Trieste-Ronchi dei Legionari airport, about 40 kilometres from Udine, is the reference airport. The availability of flights from Rome Fiumicino should be checked against the travel date. From Trieste Airport station, close to the terminal, trains connect to Udine, or public transport can be used. Once in the city, line 9 reaches the stadium area. Allowing for airport times, checks and the final transfer, flying is not necessarily more convenient than the train. The Bluenergy Stadium, historically known as Stadio Friuli, is Udinese's home ground. It sits in the Rizzi district, about four kilometres from the city centre. Opened in 1976, it underwent a major renovation that profoundly transformed the structure, making it one of Italy's most modern football venues. It holds around 25,000 spectators, with covered seating and stands designed for good sightlines. The absence of traditional barriers between the stands and the pitch is one of its distinctive features, and the redevelopment brought the stands closer to the playing surface, creating a particularly atmospheric setting. From Udine city centre, supporters can use public transport, a taxi or a car. A taxi from the station to the stadium covers roughly five to six kilometres, taking about 10 to 15 minutes depending on traffic, with fares varying by service and time of day. Walking from the city centre takes around an hour, depending on the starting point. For Roma supporters, the specific instructions for access to the away section always take precedence over standard road and pedestrian routes. Udine is a city rich in history, art and tradition, with an elegant historic centre that is easy to explore on foot. Visitors arriving a few hours before the match will find plenty to see. Among the highlights is Via Mercatovecchio, one of the most characteristic streets in the old town, lined with historic palazzi and arcades, and once a main commercial hub of the city.

Udinese technical director Gianluca Nani has said his side will need a "half miracle" to take anything from tomorrow's clash with Roma, which he described as arriving at the wrong moment for the Friulian club. Speaking to broadcaster Retesport, Nani admitted he could not explain what was happening to Udinese, pointing to a "shameful" performance at Lecce although the side had produced good displays against Inter, Lazio and on other occasions. He acknowledged that Roma have found a strong balance under Gasperini, who is achieving "extraordinary results". Nani said: "We think our side is a good team. We know we face a very difficult commitment, because Roma have found a strong balance, with Gasperini achieving extraordinary results. We will face an extraordinary team, it is a match that comes at the wrong moment. At this moment we will need a half miracle. A year ago we won against the big teams, we also beat Roma, but we were at our peak physically and mentally. At the moment we are not at 100%, but there is quality." Asked about Udinese's approach, he declined to reveal their full plan, saying they would take inspiration from David and Goliath and use their strengths against an objectively superior side. He added that they must avoid some of the defensive distractions conceded in recent matches. On Nicolò Zaniolo, Nani was effusive: "He is a top player, and I can assure you that as a person he is a very good lad, despite certain narratives. He lives by instinct and great energy on the pitch, he is a great professional and an example in the dressing room. He encourages his teammates and wants to win on the pitch. I was fortunate to work with great champions such as Baggio, Guardiola or Toni. Niccolò has comparable quality; at Parma he returned after very few training sessions and the ball sang at his feet. I wish him the very best for us and for the national team." Finally, asked whether he had ever been offered the chance to work at Roma, Nani replied: "No direct contact, no, beyond some journalistic speculation. My career is still long, the best is yet to come."