The upcoming match between Lazio and Juventus is set to be a pivotal encounter in the Serie A standings, with both teams currently tied on 63 points. This clash not only influences their positions for a top-four finish but also has implications for Champions League qualification . Lazio enters the match with the psychological advantage of having won their last three home games against Juventus, despite recent inconsistencies reflected in five consecutive draws at home. Conversely, Juventus has shown improvement under interim manager Igor Tudor following a narrow victory over Lazio earlier this season.
Randal Kolo Muani will lead the Juventus attack, while Dusan Vlahovic starts on the bench in a crucial match for a Champions League spot against Mattia Zaccagni’s Lazio.
It kicks off at 18:00 CET (17:00 BST) at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome.
Lazio and Juventus are level on 63 points in fourth place, the same point tally as Roma, with just three games remaining.
Elseid Hysaj is suspended for the home side, while Patric and Nuno Tavares are injured.
Lazio are level on points with fourth-placed and fifth-placed Juventus and AS Roma, respectively, while they have Bologna chasing them down from behind as they are only a point adrift. The race for the final Champions League spot could go down to the wire, and Lazio are in must-win territory ahead of them hosting the Bianconeri.
Juventus will head to the Italian capital with the view of proving a point against another big team. Last weekend, they failed to break down Bologna, with the game ending in a 1-1 draw, and this has been a recurring theme under former boss Thiago Motta as well as Igor Tudor.
Lazio possible starting lineup: Mandas; Marusic, Romagnoli, Gila, Pellegrini; Rovella, Guendouzi; Isaksen, Dia, Zaccagni; Castellanos
Juventus possible starting lineup: Di Gregorio; Kalulu, Veiga, Savona; Weah, Locatelli, Thuram, McKennie; Conceicao, Gonzalez; Kolo Muani
Juventus are currently in fourth, but only on goal difference, with that gap to AS Roma only standing at two goals at the moment. The fans and Tudor will see the remaining games against Udinese and Venezia as winnable encounters, but their chances of a top-four finish will depend on whether they can overcome Lazio in what could be a must-win game for the Turin giants.
In terms of predictions, analysis suggests that this match could be closely contested given both teams' current form and stakes involved. While betting odds may favor either side depending on various factors such as player availability and tactical setups , it is essential to recognize the unpredictability inherent in football. For those interested in live streaming options, it is advisable to check dedicated sports platforms or broadcasting services that cover Serie A fixtures.
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