On Sunday, September 29, 2024, the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino in Turin, Italy, will host a pivotal Serie A match between table-toppers Torino and seventh-placed Lazio. This encounter promises to be an exciting clash between two teams with differing recent forms.
Current Form and Standings
Torino, under the guidance of Paulo Vanoli, has surprisingly taken the top spot in the Serie A standings with 11 points from five matches, remaining unbeaten so far. Their last victory was a 3-2 win against Verona. In contrast, Lazio sits in seventh place with 7 points, having won two, drawn one, and lost two of their five matches.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Historically, matches between Torino and Lazio have been closely contested. Out of 39 direct matches, Torino have won 7, Lazio have won 18, and 14 matches have ended in a draw. The average number of goals scored in these matches is 2.62 per game. Recent meetings have been particularly low-scoring, with each of the last seven encounters seeing under 2.5 goals scored, including four draws and two 0-0 outcomes.
Team News and Lineups
Torino boasts a strong defensive record, having seen under 2.5 goals in nine of their last 11 home matches, with six of those games ending in a 0-0 draw. Their lineup is expected to include goalkeeper Vanja Milinković-Savić, defenders Mergim Vojvoda and Guillermo Maripán, midfielders Valentino Lazaro and Karol Linetty, and forwards Che Adams and Duván Zapata.
Lazio, meanwhile, will be nearly at full strength, with Samuel Gigot being the only expected absentee. Their lineup is likely to feature goalkeeper Ivan Provedel, defenders Manuel Lazzari and Alessio Romagnoli, midfielders Gustav Isaksen and Matteo Guendouzi, and forwards Boulaye Dia and Valentin Castellanos.
Betting Tips and Predictions
Given the defensive solidity of Torino and the historical trend of low-scoring matches between these teams, a prediction of under 2.5 goals seems plausible. Despite Torino's strong home record, their recent midweek Coppa Italia loss to Empoli adds a layer of uncertainty to their form.
Lazio's recent performances have seen them score and concede in most of their matches, but their away form has been inconsistent. The match is expected to be tightly contested, with both teams likely to adopt cautious strategies.
Where to Watch
Fans can catch the live action of Torino vs Lazio through various TV channels and live streaming services. The match will be broadcast on several channels, and live streams will be available through betting partners and other legal streaming links.
