Serie A - Lazio VS Verona Prediction

Serie A - Lazio VS Verona
Match Time: 17-09-2024 02:45 Tuesday (GMT+8)
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Team Analysis
Lazio's performance in the early stages of the Serie A season has been inconsistent, with one win, one draw, and one loss. Despite having a strong squad with no current injuries, their defensive frailties are evident, having conceded five goals in three matches. Their recent 2-2 draw against Milan highlighted these issues, as they struggled to maintain control and failed to secure a win. As they prepare to face Verona at the Stadio Olimpico, Lazio will be looking to tighten their defense and capitalize on their home advantage.

Verona has had a mixed start, with two wins and two losses in their first four official matches. Their notable 3-0 victory over Napoli demonstrates their potential, but inconsistencies remain a challenge. Currently, Verona appears as one of Italy's most unpredictable teams. Coach Paolo Zanetti has almost a complete squad available, with only Juan Cruz missing due to long-term injury. Verona will aim to exploit Lazio’s defensive vulnerabilities, as they have shown they can perform well against top teams.

Head-to-Head
Historically, Lazio has had the upper hand in encounters with Verona, winning 14 out of 27 matches. Verona's last victory over Lazio was in October 2021, where they won 4-1 at home. Lazio's dominance in this fixture suggests they are likely to be favored, but Verona's recent performances against strong opponents indicate they could pose a challenge.

Prediction
Considering Lazio's defensive issues and Verona's ability to score against strong teams, it is expected that Verona will find the net. Lazio's tendency to concede goals, coupled with Verona's attacking prowess, makes "Hellas Verona to score" a viable prediction. Additionally, the match may not see many corners; Verona has averaged only 2 corners per game in the league so far, suggesting a total of under 3.5 corners.

Despite Lazio being the favorites, their current form suggests a closer contest than expected. If Verona replicates their performances against Napoli and Genoa, they could secure a point. The likely outcome is a 1-1 draw, with Verona covering the handicap (+1.5).

Pick: Verona +1.5