The match between Empoli and Lazio presents an intriguing encounter in Serie A, with both teams vying for crucial points as the season progresses. Empoli, known for their disciplined defense and strategic approach, will look to leverage their home advantage against a Lazio side that has shown inconsistency throughout the season . Key players such as Pinamonti for Empoli could play a significant role in breaking down Lazio's defensive structure, while the visitors will rely on stars like Immobile to capitalize on counter-attacks .
Empoli's sole victory in 2025 remains their shocking Coppa Italia penalty shootout win against Juventus. Their last Serie A win was in early December, leaving them 19th and facing likely relegation. Adding to their woes, they recently lost the Tuscan Derby 1-2 to Fiorentina and were eliminated from the Coppa Italia 5-1 on aggregate by Bologna.
The 37-year-old ex-Spain star salvaged a point with his seventh Serie A substitute goal this season, second only to Sorloth (9) in Europe's top leagues. Despite this, Lazio's once-promising campaign is faltering; they've won only one of their last 10 home games and are now outside Serie A's top four after exiting the Europa League. Their points-per-game average has dipped from 1.84 to 1.67 since the first half of the season, and their goal rate has decreased from 1.74 to 1.60. Interestingly, Marco Baroni's side have earned more points away from home, winning their last two against Atalanta and Genoa. Having won their last five visits to Castellani, scoring 10 goals and keeping three clean sheets, they will hope to continue their away form and keep their European aspirations alive.
Empoli possible starting lineup: Vazquez; Goglichidze, Ismajli, Viti; Gyasi, Anjorin, Kovalenko, Pezzella; Fazzini, Cacace; Esposito
Lazio possible starting lineup: Mandas; Marusic, Gila, Romagnoli, Pellegrini; Rovella, Guendouzi; Isaksen, Dia, Zaccagni; Castellanos
Desperate to retain their Serie A status, Roberto D’Aversa’s team seeks crucial points. Recent home draws offer a glimmer of hope, but a ten-game winless run dims their survival chances. Meanwhile, Lazio, just two points behind Juventus in the Champions League race, visits the Stadio Olimpico. Riding the momentum of two consecutive away wins, the Biancocelesti are favored to win and strengthen their European qualification bid.
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