Lazio Roma – Fiorentina
Our Lazio – Fiorentina betting tip is: Lazio win – 1.98 odds
- Lazio play at home
- Fiorentina are in a slump
- Hosts in scoring mood (six goals in the last two games)
This Sunday evening’s encounter at the Olimpico between Lazio and Fiorentina promises to be a thrilling Serie A game. The Romans are on an upward trend after their convincing 3-1 Europa League victory over Real Sociedad and, in fourth place, still have a chance of catching third-placed Atalanta, although they are four points behind.
Fiorentina, on the other hand, are in the midst of a minor crisis. Coach Raffaele Palladino’s team have not won in five games and slipped to sixth place after drawing 1-1 in Turin. Interestingly, the “Viola” are only separated from seventh-placed Bologna by goal difference. If they don’t want to lose touch with the international places, they urgently need to score points at the Olimpico – even if their recent performances give little cause for hope.
Lazio – Fiorentina info
- Stadium: Stadio Olimpico, Roma
- Date and Time: 26.01.2025, 20:45
- Competition: Serie A, Matchday 22
- Broadcast: DAZN
Lazio Form & Balance Check
Lazio are currently in remarkably good shape, which is particularly reflected in their most recent results. The convincing 3-1 Europa League win against Real Sociedad and the clear 3-0 away win against Verona underline the positive development of the Romans. Particularly impressive is the offensive power – in the last five games, the team scored at least one goal in 80% of the cases.
Lazio have established a promising position in fourth place in the table. The four-point gap to third-placed Atalanta seems quite catchable. Interestingly, Lazio have a clear pattern: while the first half is usually strong – as reflected in an impressive 80% first-half winning rate – there are significantly fewer goals in the second half.
Concede too often
However, one may wonder whether the defensive stability is sufficient – in 80% of the last games, the team conceded goals. However, the two recent victories could mark a turning point. The team seems to be solid and wants to consolidate its position in the Champions League standings, although the two-point lead over Juventus is still quite narrow.
Lazio facts & analysis
- Position: 4th
- Last 5 matches: 2 wins, 2 draws, 1 defeat
- Last 3-0 win vs Verona
The Lazio team is expected to stick with the 4-2-3-1 system. Mandas is in goal, with Marušić, Gila, Romagnoli and Nuno Tavares forming the back four in front of him. Guendouzi and Rovella work together in the defensive midfield. The attacking midfield will likely consist of Isaksen, Dia and Zaccagni, with Castellanos as the only striker.
It should be noted that Lazio are currently without Patric and Lazzari, two stronger defenders, which could affect their flexibility in defense.
Fiorentina Form & Record Check
Fiorentina’s current form is a cause for concern. In their last five games, the team has not won, only drawing two and suffering three defeats. The most recent 1-1 draw against Turin was particularly symptomatic of the current situation – despite an early lead and numerical superiority after a red card, home advantage could not be converted into three points.
What is particularly striking is that the Viola are currently conceding too many goals, with the opposition scoring in each of the last five matches without exception. The clear 0-3 home defeat against Napoli and the 1-2 against Udinese show the defensive vulnerability. At least the team showed morale and fighting spirit in the 2-2 away draw against Juventus.
The Viola want to get out of their slump
The team is currently in 6th place in the table with 33 points, level on points with Bologna. They are four points behind Juventus. This is still a catchable gap if they get out of their slump in time. However, the team needs to recover from the recent setbacks, not least mentally after the dramatic incident involving Edoardo Bove, which visibly shook the team.
Fiorentina facts & analysis
- 6th place
- Last 5 games: 2 wins, 2 draws, 1 loss
- Last played 1-1 vs Torino
Based on the available information on the team, Fiorentina could field in the traditional 4-2-3-1 system. It is expected that Coach Palladino will choose this formation given the injuries and current player status.
The starting lineup begins with de Gea in goal. In defense, Dodô and Gosens could take on the wing-back roles, while Comuzzo and Ranieri form the center. Adli and Mandragora operate as a defensive double pivot in midfield. The offensive midfield line consists of Colpani, Guðmundsson and Folorunsho, who support the lone striker Kean.
Lazio – Fiorentina head-to-head comparison & statistics
