Cagliari
Cagliari is currently in poor form in Serie A, with only one win in the last six matches. Although they have shown improvement in the last four games, earning 7 points, this has kept them just above the relegation zone, and they still have significant defensive issues. Davide Nicola’s team has a very poor record at home, having lost five out of their last 11 league games, indicating weaknesses in their home performances.
Additionally, Cagliari has serious problems in attack, as they have failed to score in nine matches this season, the highest number in Serie A. In their recent 2-0 loss to Torino, they displayed their weaknesses, and they remain vulnerable from set pieces, having conceded the most goals from dead-ball situations this season. The only significant absentee for the home team is Zito Luvumbo, who has been sidelined due to an injury, while other key players such as Razvan Marin are expected to be in the starting lineup.
Lazio
Lazio has experienced a dip in form after a run of five consecutive wins, failing to win six of their last nine league matches. Despite recently suffering a home loss to Fiorentina (2-1), their focus is now on Serie A, as they have already secured progression to the knockout stage of the Europa League, regardless of the loss in Braga. However, Lazio is struggling to get back to winning ways, considering their recent poor performances, but the fact that they have remained unbeaten in 19 encounters against Cagliari provides them with added motivation.
Sergej Milinković-Savić and Ciro Immobile’s team has been dominant in previous encounters against Cagliari, winning 16 out of the last 19 matches. Furthermore, Lazio is an attacking team, averaging 2.3 goals per game against Cagliari. The return of key players such as Matteo Guendouzi, Nicolo Rovella, and Mattia Zaccagni could stabilize their form and help Lazio get back on track.
Betting Tips
- Lazio to win: Lazio has been superior historically to Cagliari. Considering that Lazio has remained unbeaten in the last 19 head-to-head meetings with Cagliari and given the home team’s poor form, a Lazio win seems to be a very realistic outcome.
- Total goals – Over 2.5: Lazio is an attacking team, and Cagliari is very vulnerable, especially from set pieces. A match with over 2.5 goals is expected.
- Both teams to score (BTTS): Cagliari has the potential to score in this match, but given their defensive vulnerabilities, they are likely to concede a few goals. Therefore, betting on both teams to score (BTTS) could be a good option.
This match is an opportunity for Lazio to get back on track, while Cagliari is under significant pressure to avoid defeat and maintain hope for survival.
