As the clock ticks down to the highly anticipated Coppa Italia semi-final second leg at the Stadio Olimpico, fans and neutrals are keen to weigh the odds between Lazio and Juventus, taking place on April 23, 2024.
The stakes are high as both teams battle it out for a spot in the final.
Current Form
Lazio's Current Form
Lazio steps onto their home ground riding a wave of mixed results in their recent outings.
Despite a commendable 1-0 victory against Genoa that places them sixth in Serie A, their track record in the Coppa Italia paints a less favourable picture, with recent back-to-back losses to Juventus in the competition.
Nevertheless, their domestic league victories, including a 4-1 triumph over Salernitana, signal a potentially resilient side ready to overturn their two-goal deficit from the first leg.
Juventus' Current Form
Juventus, meanwhile, holds a two-goal advantage entering this clash, thanks to notable performances by Federico Chiesa and Dusan Vlahovic in the first leg.
Despite drawing their last two Serie A matches, the side remains a formidable force, positioned third in the league and eyeing their 15th Coppa Italia cup win.
Team News
Lazio Team News
Lazio will be without key players Matteo Guendouzi and Mattia Zaccagni due to injuries.
Additionally, goalkeeper Ivan Provedel is sidelined with a hamstring problem.
Uncertainty looms over Manuel Lazzari and star striker Ciro Immobile, who are both doubts for the upcoming match.
Juventus Team News
Juventus faces its own set of challenges with Nicolo Fagioli and Paul Pogba serving suspensions.
Injuries to Fabio Miretti and Moise Kean further deplete their squad depth, yet their lineup still features strong names likely to start, including Vlahovic and Chiesa in the attack.
Key Players
Lazio's Key Players
For Lazio, much will depend on Valentin Castellanos and Pedro, stepping up in the absence of Immobile, should he fail to recover in time.
Juventus' Key Players
Juventus will lean on the attacking prowess of Vlahovic and Chiesa, whose first-leg performances have already set a high benchmark for the return match.
Scoreline Prediction
Lazio vs Juventus Prediction
With Juventus entering as the favourites due to their first-leg advantage and historical dominance in this fixture, a 1-1 draw seems likely.
Such a result would secure Juventus' progression to the final with a 3-1 aggregate victory.
FAQ
What time does the match start? The match kicks off at 8 PM UK time on April 23, 2024.
Where is the match being played? Stadio Olimpico, home of Lazio.
Can Lazio overturn the first-leg deficit? It's a challenging task given Juventus' form and history, but Lazio's recent performances offer a glimmer of hope.
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