Lazio take on Bologna in the Italian capital this weekend, knowing that they must return to winning ways sooner rather than later if they are to hold onto a Champions League qualifying position. Given the fact that their opponents have lost their last two Serie A outings, many are backing the hosts to come away with all three points.
Italian Serie A – Stadio Olimpico, Rome – Sunday 18th March – 19:45 UK Time
Lazio vs Bologna Match Preview
Lazio host Bologna in Serie A on Sunday evening, with the home side looking to return to winning ways following two matches without a victory in the top-fliht. Simone Inzaghi’s men made it safely through to the last eight of the Europa League in midweek, with the hosts undoubtedly hoping to gain confidence from such an achievement. Meanwhile, despite sitting comfortably in mid-table, Bologna will be hoping to end the season in style, with a place in the top-half of the standings within touching distance. For those still unsure of who to back this weekend, be sure to check out our top betting tip below. However, let’s first take a closer look at the two teams, starting with the home side.
Lazio Team News & Form
Lazio were held to a 2-2 draw by Cagliari last time around, meaning that they are now just a point clear of Inter Milan in fourth position in the standings. The hosts are the second-highest scorers in the league however, with 66 goals to their name. Italian international Ciro Immobile has found the back of the net 24 times already, while the likes of Sergej Milinković-Savić and Luis Alberto have both been in impressive form for Inzaghi’s men. A win for the hosts could see them move level on points with city rivals Roma.
Bologna Team News & Form
Bologna have suffered consecutive defeats against SPAL and Atalanta, with Roberto Donadoni’s men sitting in 12th position in the standings as a result. A lack of goals has hampered their progress of late, with the visitors having scored just 33 goals from their 28 outings to date. The emphasis is on the likes of Simone Verdi and Mattia Destro to start finding the back of the net, starting at the Stadio Olimpico this weekend.
Head to Head
The two teams have met 20 times in the past, with Lazio having won 11 of such meetings, while drawing five times in the process. In fact, Lazio have won the last two meetings between the duo, including two successive victories on the road. Bologna’s last Serie A victory over Lazio came back in 2012.
Lazio vs Bologna Betting Odds and Predictions
Given their standing in the table and their status as the home team, it comes as little surprise that Lazio are the firm favourites for victory with the majority of bookmakers. The hosts can be backed at odds of 1/3 with William Hill, while those looking to bet on an away win for Bologna can take advantage of 17/2 odds from the same bookmaker.
Lazio vs Bologna Betting Tip
However, our top betting tip for the match is to bet on Lazio keeping a clean sheet, which can be found at best odds of 5/6 with Ladbrokes.