Udinese v Roma: Three opposition players to watch

Emmanuel Badu

The Ghanaian international is having a productive seventh-season with Udinese. In 22 appearances, the attacking midfielder has scored four goals - just one short of his Serie A single-season record. A player who likes to move the ball forward, he has been pivotal in initiating Udinese’s attacks - completing 506 passes in the process. Always keen to use his speed to trouble his opponent, he’s drawn an average of 2.6 fouls per match.

Felipe

The Brazilian journeyman has been the strongest player in Udinese's defence this season - achieving 2.3 tackles and 3.7 clearances per match. He’s also demonstrated his tactical awareness, averaging 3.3 interceptions - the highest of his career. Roma’s forwards will have to get past Felipe first if they’re to prosper on Sunday.

Cyril Théréau

Capable of playing a variety of different roles in the attack, the French forward leads Udinese’s offence this season with eight goals and two assists. Théréau has proved efficient in holding up the ball for the rest of the attack, winning 2.3 aerials duels per match and proving a constant menace with his flick-ons, short passes around the box and shot accuracy of 57%.