Lazio vs Atalanta: Prediction, Team News, Expected Lineups
Lazio and Atalanta BC will face off in a crucial Serie A match on Saturday evening. This fixture comes ahead of their upcoming Coppa Italia semi-final clash. Currently, Lazio trails Atalanta by six points in the league standings.
Match Overview
Lazio secured their place in the Coppa Italia semi-finals following a dramatic 4-1 victory in a penalty shootout against Bologna. In the Serie A, Lazio occupies the eighth position and seeks to enhance their chances for European qualification. They have struggled with consistency, particularly after recently conceding a late equalizer to Juventus in a match they led by two goals.
Lazio’s Recent Form
- Serie A Results: D W L D W D
- Recent Matches: Only one win in their last six home games.
- Goal-Scoring Concerns: Conceded at least two goals in each of their last four matches.
Atalanta’s Performance
Atalanta currently sits sixth in the Serie A table, holding a comfortable lead over Lazio. They are one of Italy’s top-performing teams this year, remaining unbeaten in the league. Recent results include a notable victory over Juventus in the Coppa Italia and a solid performance against Cremonese.
- Serie A Results: W W D W D W
- Recent Matches: Five wins and two draws in their last seven league games.
Team News
Lazio will face challenges due to limited squad options. Maurizio Sarri’s team has been affected by injuries and suspensions, resulting in significant absences, including club captain Mattia Zaccagni and Alessio Romagnoli.
- Unavailable Players: Pedro (ankle injury), Mattia Zaccagni, Toma Basic, Samuel Gigot, Manuel Lazzari, Alessio Romagnoli (suspension).
In contrast, Atalanta’s manager, Raffaele Palladino, can welcome back players like Marten de Roon and Honest Ahanor after serving suspensions. They will only miss Charles De Ketelaere due to a knee injury.
Expected Lineups
| Lazio | Atalanta BC |
|---|---|
| Provedel | Carnesecchi |
| Marusic | Scalvini |
| Gila | Djimsiti |
| Provstgaard | Ahanor |
| Tavares | Zappacosta |
| Dele-Bashiru | Ederson |
| Cataldi | De Roon |
| Taylor | Bernasconi |
| Isaksen | Samardzic |
| Maldini | Raspadori |
| Noslin | Krstovic |
Match Prediction
Both teams are set for an intense matchup. Given Lazio’s resilience and Atalanta’s current form, a draw seems likely. This encounter will serve as a precursor to their upcoming Coppa Italia semi-final, which is set to take place in early March.
