Gotti: ‘Luck on Udinese’s side’

Luca Gotti concedes ‘luck was on our side’ as Udinese held out for a 1-0 win over Genoa that takes them away from the bottom three.

This slender result does drag the Friulani out of the relegation zone and is their second win of the season, although there was a huge scare in stoppages.

Gianluca Scamacca had got the equaliser, but it was disallowed via VAR for a tight offside call.

Luca Gotti concedes ‘luck was on our side’ as Udinese held out for a 1-0 win over Genoa that takes them away from the bottom three.

This slender result does drag the Friulani out of the relegation zone and is their second win of the season, although there was a huge scare in stoppages.

Gianluca Scamacca had got the equaliser, but it was disallowed via VAR for a tight offside call.

“It was a real Serie A level game, very balanced, and Rodrigo De Paul’s goal allowed us to take a certain approach,” Gotti told Sky Sport Italia.

“We did well to keep Genoa away from our penalty area. It was an emotional match and luck was on our side at the end, unlike the time we faced Genoa last season.

“Our current position in the table could’ve been better, as we made some avoidable errors and paid a heavy price for them. Now we must prepare for Lazio and Atalanta, facing them with respect, but not fear.”