Two matches won at the last gasp, two very important victories that keep alive the hopes of staying in the running for fourth place in the league and of going through to the quarter finals of the Europa League. Marco Baroni’s Lazio certainly have no lack of character. Last Sunday they conquered San Siro, beating Milan 2-1 thanks to a penalty scored by the ever-reliable Pedro in stoppage time, after having conceded the equalizer a few minutes earlier despite being in numerical superiority.
Plzen’s match was also one for the strong-hearted: on Thursday in the Czech Republic, the Biancocelesti pulled off a real feat, scoring the winning goal (Isaksen) in injury time after having been reduced to nine men due to the expulsions of Rovella and Gigot. The 2-1 win against Viktoria is tantamount to a guarantee of qualification, with Baroni’s men advancing to the next round even with a draw. Between the two European matches, however, there is the league match against Udinese, which is very important if they want to stay on the Champions League train. It’s a match that hides many pitfalls, if we consider that the Friulians have been unbeaten since January and are fresh from three consecutive victories – obtained without even conceding a goal – that have suddenly fueled dreams of Europe. Yes, the Bianconeri, who have reached 39 points and are now safe, if they find consistency they could even get into the fight for seventh place, which in May will most likely give them a pass to the next Conference League.
Lazio-Udinese: the latest news on the lineups
No chance for Castellanos: Baroni will once again have to do without his center forward, who will not return before the break. Tchaouna will play in attack, with the Biancoceleste coach asking Isaksen and Dia to work overtime, while Pedro and Zaccagni will alternate on the left. On the right wing, Lazzari and Marusic are in contention for the defense spot, while Gila and Romagnoli will form the center pair.
Odds comparison
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The prediction
Udinese have performed well in recent matches against Lazio at the Olimpico: in addition to their 2-1 victory last March, it should be remembered that the last time the Biancocelesti beat Udinese in the league was in 2019. These statistics, combined with the great form of the Friulians, suggest a more evenly matched challenge than expected, also because Baroni’s team may be suffering from the exertions of the cup. In any case, the Biancocelesti are slight favorites in a match in which both should score.
The probable lineups for Lazio-Udinese
LAZIO (4-3-3): Provedel; Lazzari, Gila, Romagnoli, Nuno Tavares; Guendouzi, Rovella; Isaksen, Vecino, Zaccagni; Dia.
UDINESE (4-4-2): Padelli; Kristensen, Bijol, Solet, Kamara; Atta, Karlstrom, Lovric, Ekkelenkamp; Thauvin, Lucca.