Lazio vs Atalanta Prediction
📢 How will the clash between Lazio and Atalanta unfold in the 25th round of Serie A? An intriguing encounter is set to take place at the Stadio Olimpico. Atalanta, following changes in their coaching staff, continue to maintain high standards, while Lazio have also performed relatively well in recent matches. Both teams successfully navigated the quarterfinal stage of the Coppa Italia and are already aware they will face each other in the tournament's semifinals. However, the focus now shifts to the league, where each side has its own objectives, meaning neither is willing to concede ground.
Head-to-Head
📊 The head-to-head history between Lazio and Atalanta in recent years has been fairly balanced: out of 40 matches, the Romans have claimed victory 17 times, while the Bergamo side have come out on top 14 times, with 9 encounters ending in a draw. In the first round of the current season, neither team managed to assert dominance as the match concluded in a goalless draw (0-0), despite Atalanta controlling the game and posing more threats to the opposition's goal throughout the 90 minutes.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Lazio Rome Team Overview
🔵 Lazio have been sending mixed signals lately. The team rarely loses, but victories are also hard to come by as the "Eagles" often end up sharing points with their opponents. However, there are positives: in the last round, the Romans managed to snatch points from Juventus (2-2) away from home. The Turin side only salvaged a draw in the 90+6th minute. Lazio currently sit eighth in the standings with 33 points and continue to hope for at least a spot in the Conference League.
⚪ Just a few days ago, the team also faced a tense quarter-final in the Coppa Italia against Bologna. Despite being considered the underdogs, the Romans kept up with their opponents in creating dangerous chances. Regular time ended 1-1, but in the penalty shootout, the "Eagles" were significantly more precise (4-1). Advancing to the semi-finals will surely boost their confidence ahead of an important league match.
Match Results: Lazio Rome
Atalanta Team Overview
🔵 Atalanta are Lazio's neighbors in the standings, sitting in seventh place. However, the Bergamo side have a clear edge over the Romans with 39 points. Even if they suffer a defeat, they won't drop lower in the table. They are just two points shy of the top six, making the battle for European competition spots incredibly intense.
⚫ After a less than stellar second half of January, where Atalanta managed just one win in five matches, they have since stabilized their form. On February 5th, the Bergamaschi thrashed Juventus 3-0 at home, securing a spot in the Coppa Italia semi-finals. Then on February 9th, they defeated Cremonese 2-1. Despite the narrow margin, this victory was quite convincing: Atalanta scored both goals by the 25th minute, and their opponents only managed to respond late in the game when the outcome was all but decided.
Match Results: Atalanta
Latest news
Lazio Rome
📣 After advancing to the semi-finals of the Coppa Italia, Lazio's head coach Maurizio Sarri praised his team for their composure during the penalty shootout: "Credit to the guys for the penalties - they stepped up and executed with poise. The first half was tough for us, but we improved as the game went on. We've been sending positive signals and achieving results away from home for some time now."
🚫 Lazio still face numerous squad issues. Alessio Romagnoli will miss the match due to an accumulation of yellow cards. Samuel Gigot is sidelined with a muscle injury. Tomás Bašić (hip injury), Manuel Lazzari (shin injury), and Mattia Zaccagni (stomach injury) will not be able to support their teammates until the end of February.
Atalanta
📣 Atalanta's head coach Raffaele Palladino praised the team's character and maturity following their 2-1 victory over Cremonese: "This was an important response from the players. I love the spirit of the guys: whoever steps onto the pitch now gives it their all, fighting for the badge. This is exactly the mindset we need - it's what our fans expect from us... This was a test of maturity, and I saw a very mature team. We are happy and proud, but we haven't achieved anything yet - we're still behind in the standings."
🚫 Atalanta are in a more comfortable situation regarding injuries. Gianluca Scamacca's recovery from a muscle injury is expected to last until the end of February. Charles De Ketelaere will be out for much longer - the Belgian is recovering from a knee injury and is expected to return only by the end of March.
⚽️ Goal Prediction
Atalanta have been struggling offensively on the road, scoring no more than once in 8 of their last 9 away Serie A matches. The only exception was a 2-0 win against Bologna, who are currently facing a rough patch and don't represent a benchmark for consistency. Therefore, betting on Atalanta to score under 1.5 goals seems like a well-founded choice.
🚩 Corner Prediction
The Bergamo side consistently achieve strong corner stats against Lazio-Atalanta have taken more than 4.5 corners in their last seven head-to-head Serie A meetings. This season, they also rank among the league's top teams in this aspect, averaging 5.7 corners per game, the second-highest in the league. Hence, we don't expect any exceptions in the upcoming match.
Editorial Prediction
According to bookmakers, Atalanta are the favorites in the upcoming clash, but Lazio should not be underestimated, especially with the home advantage in their favor. The "Eagles" have been focusing on discipline and compact play this season, adopting a cautious, defense-oriented approach that has troubled many top clubs. Considering that no more than two goals have been scored in six of their last eight head-to-head encounters, a bet on under 2.5 goals seems the most logical choice. We anticipate seeing a 1-1 scoreline on the board.
Betting Tips: Lazio Rome - Atalanta
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