As Lazio prepares to host Hellas Verona at Stadio Olimpico on April 27, 2024, both teams are poised for a crucial Serie A encounter.
The match is set to be a significant one, with Lazio aiming to cement their position in the upper half of the league, while Verona fights to stave off relegation worries.
Current Form
Lazio's Current Form
Lazio enters the game with impressive form, having secured four wins in their last five league matches.
Their recent 1-0 victory against Genoa further bolstered their confidence. Following a setback in the Coppa Italia semi-finals against Juventus, the team is looking to continue their strong league performance under coach Igor Tudor.
Verona's Current Form
Verona, on the other hand, has had a mixed season and currently sits in the lower half of the table.
Despite a recent coaching change with Fabio Cannavaro taking over, they managed a key victory against Udinese, alongside draws against Cagliari and Atalanta, showing signs of improvement.
Team News
Lazio Team News
Lazio might be without several key players due to injuries, including Daichi Kamada and Ivan Provedel.
Ciro Immobile, who has a prolific record against Verona, is back but might not start, leaving Valentin Castellanos likely to lead the attack.
Verona Team News
Verona also faces squad limitations with Juan Manuel Cruz and Pawel Dawidowicz sidelined.
The team will rely heavily on the form of Tijjani Noslin, who has been involved in four goals in recent matches, to challenge Lazio's defence.
Key Players
Lazio's Key Players
Valentin Castellanos and Tijjani Noslin will be crucial for Lazio, especially in the absence of Immobile.
Their performance could very well dictate the pace and outcome of the match.
Verona's Key Players
For Verona, maintaining solid defensive tactics and capitalising on counter-attacks through Noslin will be essential for taking points from this tough away fixture.
Scoreline Prediction
Lazio vs Verona Prediction
Given the home advantage and current form, Lazio are the favourites to win.
Our predicted scoreline of 3-1 to Lazio reflects the expected dynamics of the match, considering both teams' recent performances and line-ups.
FAQ
What was the score the last time Lazio played Verona? The last encounter ended in a draw.
Who are Lazio playing next? Lazio's next game is against Bologna.
Who are Verona playing next? Verona will face Cagliari in their next match.
What time is the kickoff? The match kicks off at 7:45 PM UK time.
