Lazio vs Fiorentina Prediction 26 January 2025

🔊 How will one of the most interesting games of the 22nd round of Serie A end? Yes, Fiorentina is going through tough times and hasn't won in 7 matches in a row, but they are still in the fight for the top-4 of the standings. The gap from Lazio is not that big-only six points. And if the "Violas" can secure a victory, it could drastically change the situation. We recommend checking out our prediction before placing a bet on the match, which will take place at the "Stadio Olimpico".

📊 Head-to-Head

In head-to-head encounters, Lazio has a noticeable advantage in results. Over a stretch of 39 matches, the "Eagles" have inflicted 22 defeats on their opponent, while Fiorentina has only secured 11 victories. However, in the game that took place at the end of September, it was the "Violas" who came out stronger (2-1). Fiorentina won thanks to two goals by Albert Gudmundsson from penalties.

🦅 Lazio

After a couple of unsuccessful matches, Lazio is once again showing signs of returning to winning ways. At least, the team showcased very high-quality football in their last two games. Last weekend, the "Eagles" steamrolled Verona away (3-0), and a few days later confidently defeated Real Sociedad in the Europa League (3-1). Moreover, Marco Baroni's team could have demolished the Spaniards with a more convincing score (they were leading 3-0 by the 34th minute) but decided to conserve energy in the second half. These victories should strengthen the confidence of Lazio players, especially when the team is in fourth place and cannot afford to drop lower. Regarding the upcoming match, there is a big question mark over the participation of 4 players, including Nuno Tavares and Manuel Lazzari, who are important parts of the starting lineup.

🟣 Fiorentina

December 12 was the last day Fiorentina celebrated a victory. The team hasn't won in 7 matches in a row and sometimes shows frankly poor play. If the defeat by Monza (1-2) can still be explained somehow, then the draw with Torino last week (1-1) is completely unacceptable. Despite favorable conditions-playing at home, numerical advantage from the 33rd minute, and scoring the first goal-Fiorentina failed to bring the match to a logical conclusion. Raffaele Palladino's team has already dropped to sixth place, with Bologna and Milan pressing from below. As for the upcoming match, the coaching staff still cannot count on Edoardo Bove (heart problems).

⚽️ Goal Prediction

There is no doubt that the upcoming match will be rich in goals. The attacking potential of Lazio needs no mention. The team is in excellent form and doesn't face serious problems creating and converting goal-scoring opportunities. In their last 2 games, the "Eagles" have scored 3 goals each against Verona (3-0) and Real Sociedad (3-1). Fiorentina also regularly troubles opponents' goalkeepers, despite not tasting victory for 7 matches. In this period, only Bologna (0-1) and Napoli (0-3) managed to keep their goals intact. Therefore, our betting option is both teams to score (yes).

🚩 Corner Prediction

For those interested in betting on various statistical indicators, we suggest focusing on total corners over 9.5. Overall, both teams have high figures in this parameter. Lazio, with their ultra-attacking football, ranks fourth in Serie A, approaching the corner flag an average of 5.7 times per game. Fiorentina, with an average total of 4.9 corners, is in eighth place. Moreover, in their previous meeting, both teams earned a combined total of 13 corners (10-3 in favor of Lazio).

📝 Editorial Prediction

According to bookmakers, Fiorentina is a clear underdog in the upcoming match. If this match had taken place at least in mid-December, we might have argued with them on this matter, but not now. The "Violas" are in deep crisis and are unable to adequately oppose even the league's outsiders. Monza (2-1), who was on a streak of 6 defeats, dominated them on the field. As for Lazio, the team is in great shape, and the results of the last two matches are vivid proof of that. Considering that the "Eagles" also successfully use their home-field advantage (21 points out of a possible 30), they should not face significant problems in the upcoming match. Our key betting option is Lazio to win. We believe the encounter will end with a score of 3-1.