
Lecce
UdineseHow did the teams perform?
Lecce
Udinese
Match Stats


Lineup
Lecce
Udinese

Serie A Standings - Serie A
| Pos | Team | MP | +/- | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Inter | 23 | 52-19 | 33 | 55 |
| 2 | AC Milan | 23 | 38-17 | 21 | 50 |
| 3 | Napoli | 24 | 36-23 | 13 | 49 |
| 4 | Juventus | 23 | 39-18 | 21 | 45 |
| 5 | AS Roma | 23 | 27-14 | 13 | 43 |
| 6 | Como | 23 | 37-16 | 21 | 41 |
| 7 | Atalanta | 23 | 30-20 | 10 | 36 |
| 8 | Lazio | 23 | 24-21 | 3 | 32 |
| 9 | Udinese | 23 | 26-34 | -8 | 32 |
| 10 | Bologna | 24 | 32-31 | 1 | 30 |
| 11 | Sassuolo | 23 | 27-29 | -2 | 29 |
| 12 | Cagliari | 23 | 28-31 | -3 | 28 |
| 13 | Torino | 24 | 24-42 | -18 | 27 |
| 14 | Parma | 24 | 16-30 | -14 | 26 |
| 15 | Cremonese | 23 | 20-31 | -11 | 23 |
| 16 | Genoa | 24 | 29-37 | -8 | 23 |
| 17 | Lecce | 23 | 13-30 | -17 | 18 |
| 18 | Fiorentina | 24 | 27-38 | -11 | 18 |
| 19 | Pisa | 24 | 19-40 | -21 | 15 |
| 20 | Verona | 24 | 18-41 | -23 | 15 |
Qualification/Relegation
- Promotion - Champions League (League phase)
- Promotion - Europa League (League phase)
- Promotion - Conference League (Qualification)
- Relegation - Serie B
Lecce secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Udinese, with Lameck Banda netting a dramatic 90th-minute winner at the Stadio Via del Mare.
In a tightly contested Serie A clash on February 8, 2026, Lecce overcame Udinese in front of their home crowd. This result provides much-needed relief for the Salentini, who entered the fixture languishing in 17th place after a challenging run of form. Udinese, sitting comfortably in ninth and enjoying a more consistent season, aimed to consolidate their European aspirations.
Lecce started brightly, grabbing an early lead in the 5th minute. Omri Gandelman capitalised on an opportunity, striking home to ignite the passionate home support. The early goal set a positive tone for the hosts, who looked determined to dominate possession.
However, Udinese found an equaliser midway through the first half. In the 26th minute, Oumar Solet calmly converted a penalty, silencing the home crowd. This brought the score level, shifting the momentum of the game.
Despite the setback, Lecce maintained control for much of the opening period. They registered more shots and showed greater attacking intent. Udinese’s only shot on target in the first half was the penalty, highlighting Lecce’s defensive organisation.
The teams went into the break tied at 1-1. Lecce needed to find a way to convert their possession and chances into another goal. For Udinese, the challenge was to create more genuine attacking opportunities from open play, beyond their spot kick.
The second half began with both sides battling intensely for control. Udinese made early changes to refresh their squad, introducing L. Miller and V. Bayo in the 64th minute. Soon after, N. Bertola received a yellow card for a foul, as the physicality of the match increased.
Lecce responded with tactical substitutions of their own, bringing on S. Pierotti, W. Cheddira, and R. Sottil in the 68th and 78th minutes respectively. The changes indicated a clear desire to push for a winning goal. As the clock wound down, Lameck Banda earned a yellow card in the 84th minute for a tough challenge, followed by I. Gueye for Udinese in the 89th.
The tension was palpable, but Lecce refused to settle for a draw. In the 90th minute, late substitute Lameck Banda rose to the occasion. He expertly slotted the ball past the Udinese goalkeeper, sending the Stadio Via del Mare into raptures with his dramatic late winner. Omri Gandelman was substituted two minutes into added time.
Lecce’s victory was backed by their statistical dominance, registering 16 total shots compared to Udinese’s 6. They also held 53% possession and boasted a superior Expected Goals (xG) of 1.64 against Udinese’s 0.88. Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye made 3 saves, keeping his team in the contest for long stretches.
This 2-1 triumph represents a vital three points for Lecce in their quest for Serie A survival. For Udinese, it marks a painful late defeat on the road, missing an opportunity to climb higher in the table.

















