The 2020-21 campaign was a successful fight for Udinese as the Bianconeri, under the stabilizing guidance of manager Luca Gotti, secured their top-flight status with a 14th-place finish in Serie A. The team's survival was anchored by the immense influence of captain Rodrigo De Paul, whose 9 goals and a league-leading 9 assists cemented his status as Player of the Year. This pivotal campaign was defined by a crucial mid-season 10-match unbeaten run that included impressive draws against AC Milan and eventual champions Inter, successfully ensuring Udinese's 26th consecutive season in the Italian elite.