LiontipsEmpoli vs Lazio. Prediction and Betting Tips for Serie A (August 21, 2021).
Command Analysis
Empoli finished first in Serie B last season and got promoted into the top league. Alessio Dionisi's team was in the lead throughout the whole tournament. After achieving the main goal with Empoli, Dionisi moved on to Sassuolo, and now the Blues are led by Aurelio Andreazzoli, who had previously managed the team in Serie A.
Empoli loaned the forward Patrick Cutrone from Wolverhampton, who is a great asset to the team. Cutrone has already made his debut for Empoli against Vicenza in Coppa Italia (4: 2), but the former AC Milan striker is yet to make his contribution.
Lazio did not achieve their goal last season. The Eagles expected to get into the Champions League, but they finished only sixth. After managing Lazio for many years, Simone Inzaghi left, unable to resist an offer from Inter Milan. The club from Rome will enter the new season under the leadership of Maurizio Sarri.
Felipe Anderson, whose career in England didn't work out, has returned to the squad. Pedro was signed from Roma.
Trends
СтавкаCorrect score 1:2
The last 4 H2H games at Empoli ended with this score.
СтавкаLazio to score in 2nd half
In 3 out of 4 H2H games, Lazio have scored against Empoli in the second half.
СтавкаEmpoli to score in 2nd half
In 3 out of the last 4 home games, Empoli have scored against Lazio in the second half.
Tip and bets
Empoli traditionally play well at home, plus they don't need to rebuild their team. They will definitely put up a fight against the favourite. For Lazio, this will be the first game under Sarri, who still needs to find his touch. The Eagles aren't in the best shape yet, and that gives Empoli a fair chance.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (+1) to Empoli.
Empoli are unlikely to park the bus. At home, the Blues will play boldly in attack and fight for points. Defense has never been among Lazio's strengths, so they are likely to concede. But at the same time, the Eagles score regularly, so we are looking forward to many goals in this fixture.
Our second bet - total over 2.5 goals.
