LiontipsLazio vs Empoli Match Preview for Serie A on October 6, 2024
Command Analysis
Current Form
Lazio may not be having the perfect start to the season, but they are gradually finding their rhythm and showing a strong desire to compete for a spot in European competitions. Currently, Marco Baroni's team sits in eighth place in the standings with 10 points, just three points shy of the Champions League zone. This week, Lazio secured a thrilling 4-1 victory against Nice in the Europa League, marking their third consecutive win across all competitions.
Suspensions and Injuries
The home team has no issues with player availability.
Interesting Betting Trends
- Lazio has won their last three matches
- In their last three encounters, Lazio has triumphed over Empoli
Projected Lineup: Provedel – Lazzari, Hila, Romagnoli, Tavares – Isaksson, Guendouzi, Rovella, Zaccagni – Dia, Castellanos.
Current Form
Empoli is performing at a very high level this season and has emerged as one of the standout teams in the early stages of Serie A. In six matches, Roberto D’Aversa's squad remains unbeaten, currently holding the seventh spot in the standings, just one point shy of European competition qualification. In their latest fixture, Empoli played to a goalless draw against Fiorentina in the Tuscan derby, extending their unbeaten streak across all competitions to eight matches.
Injuries and Suspensions
Ebuèchi, Żurkowski, Belardinelli, Perisan, and Sazonov are all injured.
Notable Betting Trends
- Empoli has yet to lose this season, with four wins and four draws
- Empoli has scored in all four of their away matches this season
Projected Lineup: Vasquez – Goglichidze, Ismaili, Viti – Gyasi, Grassi, Henderson, Pezzella – Fazzini, Esposito – Colombo.
Trends
Bet Exact Score 2:1
Three of the last seven matches for Lazio ended with this score
7.90Bet Lazio to score in the first half
This bet has been successful in the last five matches for Lazio
1.75Bet Empoli to score in the first half
This bet has been successful in four of Empoli's last away matches
3.05Tip and bets
Lazio has shown significant improvement recently, winning three consecutive matches with a standout attacking display, scoring 10 goals against Dynamo Kyiv, Torino, and Nice combined. It’s clear that Empoli will face major challenges and maintaining a solid defense will be nearly impossible. However, the Azzurri are in great form and boast excellent finishing, making a goal exchange highly likely.
We anticipate that goals will be scored in this match. Our prediction is both teams to score. This bet comes with odds of 2.05.
Match Outcome Bet
Lazio is gaining momentum and has shown impressive form in recent matches against tough opponents. Today, the Eagles will undoubtedly aim for victory and are fully capable of securing all three points. Although Empoli is in decent shape, they fall short in class and have not earned a single point in their last three encounters against the Romans.
Bet Recommendation: Lazio to win, available at 1.61
Corner Bet
As the favorite, Lazio is expected to dominate possession and attack throughout the full 90 minutes, leading to a confident corner kick victory.
Bet Recommendation: Asian handicap (-2) on corners for Lazio, available at 1.65
