Match Overview
In this UEFA Champions League Group E match, Lazio will face Feyenoord at the Stadio Olimpico. The match is scheduled for November 7, 2023, at 20:00 GMT. Both teams are vying for a spot in the knockout stages of the competition. The odds for this match are quite evenly balanced, with Lazio being slight favorites at 2.60 to win, while Feyenoord follows closely behind at 2.76.
Historical Face-Off
These two teams have met on three occasions in recent history, with Feyenoord holding the upper hand so far. In their most recent encounter just a few weeks ago in this season’s Champions League group stage, Feyenoord secured a convincing 3-1 victory over Lazio. In their previous meetings during the UEFA Europa League last season, Feyenoord also came out on top with a 1-0 away win and a thrilling 4-2 victory at home.
Local Team’s Recent Form
Lazio has had mixed results recently in all competitions. In their last six matches, they have won four and lost two games. Their most recent league fixture ended in disappointment as they suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat against Bologna. However, they managed to secure an important away win against Celtic in the Champions League group stage.
Currently sitting third in Group E with four points from three matches, Lazio needs a positive result against Feyenoord to improve their chances of advancing to the next round.
Away Team’s Recent Form
Feyenoord has been performing well recently and has shown strength particularly in away matches. Out of their last six games across all competitions, they have won four and lost two matches.
In their most recent Eredivisie fixture, Feyenoord secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Waalwijk. In the Champions League group stage, they have also been performing admirably, sitting at the top of Group E with six points from three matches.
Key Players Spotlight
For Lazio, Ciro Immobile and Luis Alberto have been instrumental in their recent performances. Immobile has scored three goals in his last twelve appearances, while Alberto has contributed with three goals and two assists in thirteen matches.
On the other hand, Feyenoord’s Santiago Tomás Giménez has been in sensational form this season. The striker has already netted fifteen goals in just eleven games across all competitions. Calvin Stengs is another player to watch out for as he has provided four goals and seven assists so far this season.
Statistical Insights
Lazio’s recent home form in the Champions League hasn’t been ideal, with one draw and no wins in their last match played at home. However, they have managed to score an average of 1 goal per game while conceding an equal number.
Feyenoord’s away form is quite impressive, with two wins out of their last three away matches across all competitions. They have been scoring an average of 2.33 goals per game on the road while conceding an average of 1 goal per game.
Match Prediction: Lazio 1 – 2 Feyenoord
Considering both teams’ recent performances and historical face-offs between them, it is expected to be a closely contested match. However, Feyenoord’s strong away form combined with Lazio’s struggles at home could give the Dutch side an advantage.
Based on these factors and statistical insights, our prediction for this match is a narrow victory for Feyenoord with a scoreline of Lazio 1 – 2 Feyenoord.
