Udinese left the Stadio Ezio Scida with all three points courtesy of a 2-1 victory, despite a late scare as Simy's effort came back off the post.
While both teams enjoyed near equal possession (52%–48%) and passing accuracy (84%–82%), Udinese had twice as many shots (7–14), with half of them on target, and Alex Cordaz having to make two key saves.
Rodrigo De Paul won the match with his brace and the Argentine has had a hand in 41% of Udinese's goals this season, scoring eight and setting up six.
Against Crotone, he made 31 successful passes (with two key passes), three dribbles and managed 5.8% of Udinese's possession.
Kevin Bonifazi impressed too, winning 100% of his tackles, making three clearances and ensuring 85% passing accuracy (28 out of 33).