Udinese Edge Roma to Claim Rare Back-to-Back Wins

Udinese recorded consecutive Serie A victories for the first time since September with a
gritty 1-0 home win over fifth-placed AS Roma. Jurgen Ekkelenkamp’s deflected free-
kick proved decisive in a tight contest.
The hosts started with intent and went close through Arthur Atta and Oumar Solet
before settling into a more compact shape after taking the lead.
Roma enjoyed spells of possession but struggled for clarity in the final third, with efforts
from Matías Soulé and Malen failing to trouble consistently.
Late drama followed as Bryan Cristante had a goal ruled out for offside, while Idrissa
Gueye was denied a second for Udinese. The result snapped Udinese’s six-game
losing run against Roma.