Udinese v Mainz Tips

Mainz 05 plays an energetic, attack-minded style in pre-season, while Udinese continues to test offensive combinations. Friendlies naturally encourage loose defending and rotation, setting up an open, high-scoring contest.

As it is a friendly match in preparation for the start of the European leagues, both coaches usually make multiple substitutions and try out tactical variations, which often reduces the pace and fluidity of the game.