UCL: Lazio vs Bayern Munich: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Published at :February 12, 2024 at 1:43 PM

Modified at :February 12, 2024 at 1:43 PM

Le Aquile will look to end their winless record against the Bavarians

Lazio have reached the Champions League knockout stage for only the third time, securing a second-place finish in Group E behind Atletico Madrid. Despite finishing second in Serie A last season, Maurizio Sarri’s team currently sits outside the top five in the league. However, a recent 3-1 victory against Cagliari over the weekend likely boosted team morale as they prepare for the first leg against Bayern.

Despite the painful Bundesliga defeat against Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday, Bayern Munich have an opportunity to regroup with an upcoming trip to Rome to face Lazio. The Bavarian giants entered this stage of the elite European club football competition, Group A, with a nearly flawless record, winning five and drawing one of their six encounters to comfortably top the section.

Kick-Off:

Thursday, 15 February 2024 at 01:30 AM IST

Location: Stadio Olimpico

Form:

Lazio (all competitions): W-L-D-L-W

Bayern Munich (all competitions): L-W-W-W-L

Players to Watch

Luis Alberto (Lazio)

The seasoned central midfielder has maintained a steady presence in the top-tier Italian league, featuring in all matches this season. Throughout this timeframe, Alberto has displayed his adaptability by scoring 3 goals and assisting with 2, highlighting his technical skills, vision, and goal-scoring proficiency. His style of play brings a dynamic edge to Lazio’s midfield.

Harry Kane (Bayern Munich)

Harry Kane has become a key player for Bayern Munich, contributing significantly to their success. With an outstanding record of 24 goals in just 20 games, he currently leads the league in scoring. Kane’s nearly flawless technique, striking the ball cleanly with both feet and often finding the net’s corners, has been instrumental in Bayern’s improved performance this season.

Match Facts:

Lazio are making just their third appearance in the knockout stages of the Champions League.
Bayern Munich have their last five Champions League games against Italian sides.
The only previous meeting between the two sides came in the 2020-21 Champions League season.

Injury & Team News for Lazio vs Bayern Munich:

Patric is sidelined due to a shoulder injury, while Zaccagni is unavailable due to a toe injury. These absences create a void in the team, necessitating adjustments in the lineup and tactics to compensate for the missing players.

Several Bayern Munich players are currently contending with injuries, affecting their availability for their upcoming match, The injured players and their respective conditions are as follows: Buchmann (thigh), Coman (knee), Davies (knee), Gnabry (thigh), Laimer (calf), Peretz (knee), and Sarr (knee). Kim, Upamecano and Kimmich returned after missing games.

Head to Head:

Total Matches – 2

Lazio wins – 0

Bayern Munich wins – 2

Draws – 0

Predicted Lineup:

Lazio predicted lineup

Provedal; Lazzari, Gila, Romagnoli, Marusic; Guendouzi, Rovella, Alberto; Isaksen, Immobile, Anderson

Bayern Munich predicted lineup

Neuer; Mazraoui, Upamecano, Kim, Guerreiro; Kimmich, Goretzka; Muller, Musiala, Sane; Kane

Match prediction for Lazio vs Bayern Munich

Lazio, having scored in all six group games and maintaining a 27-game streak without a goalless match since mid-October, pose a threat, especially at home where they haven’t failed to score since July. Bayern Munich have been shaky, conceding an average of 13 shots per game and five goals in their last two outings. Despite Bayern’s defensive struggles, their winning history in the competition makes them favorites.

Prediction: Lazio 1-2 Bayern Munich

Telecast

India – Sony Liv, Sony Sports Network

UK – TNT Sports

US – Paramount+

Nigeria – UEFA.com

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