Betting Preview: Lazio vs Torino
Lazio heads into this crucial encounter after a humiliating 5-0 defeat against Bologna. Fatigue was evident in their performance, and their only bright moment came from a crossbar hit by Zaccagni when they were already trailing 3-0. Marco Baroni’s side has only one win in their last five Serie A matches (1-3-1), putting their Champions League qualification hopes in jeopardy. With key rivals securing wins, Lazio is now under pressure to bounce back. In addition to securing a strong league finish, they are also eyeing Europa League glory as they have reached the quarterfinals.
Torino, on the other hand, comes off a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Empoli, with Vlasic netting the decisive goal. Despite the lack of motivation in terms of European qualification, Torino remains competitive, winning three of their last four games (3-1-0). Their main goal is to finish in the top half of the table, while also building a solid foundation for next season.
📊 Team News
- Lazio: Experienced midfielder Vecino is suspended, while defender Patric, striker Castellanos, and backup midfielder Ibrahimović are out injured. However, left-back Tavares has returned to training and could make the bench. Midfielder Dele-Bashiru has also trained consistently and is ready to play.
- Torino: Key striker Zapata, midfielder Njie, and defender Schuurs remain sidelined due to injuries. Backup players İlkhan, Salama, and Savva are also unavailable. The good news is that goalkeeper Milinković-Savić and wing-back Lazaro have returned to full fitness and are expected to start.
📊 Betting Stats
- Lazio has lost only 8 out of 36 league matches (19-9-8).
- Lazio has scored in 31 of their 36 Serie A games.
- Torino has registered 19 out of 32 matches under 2.5 goals.
- Torino has scored in 23 of their last 35 Serie A matches.
🏆 Prediction & Betting Tip
Lazio is desperate for a reaction after their embarrassing loss, and the international break may have given them the time needed to recover. Despite being favorites, their absences make them vulnerable, and Torino has shown resilience recently. Expect a competitive match where both teams find the net.
Best Bet: Both Teams to Score (G/G)