Lazio vs Viktoria Plzen Football Prediction: An Impressive Journey
Football match preview for Lazio vs Viktoria Plzen, taking place at 00:45 on March 14th, as part of the Europa League Round of 16 2024/25. Quang Nam Newspaper analyzes team information, predicted lineups, and predicted score.
Lazio will host Viktoria Plzen at home on the morning of March 14th in the second leg of the Europa League Round of 16. In the first leg, despite facing many difficulties and being down to nine men, the Italian team still secured a thrilling 2-1 victory thanks to a decisive goal from Gustav Isaksen in the final minutes of injury time.
Predicted lineups for Lazio vs Viktoria Plzen
Lazio (4-2-3-1): Mandas; Lazzari, Gila, Patric, Pellegrini; Guendouzi, Belahyane; Isaksen, Dia, Pedro; Noslin
Plzen (3-4-1-2): Jedlicka; Dweh, Markovic, Jemelka; Memia, Cerv, Kalvach, Cadu; Sulc; Durosimni, Vydra
Recent form and results of Lazio vs Viktoria Plzen
Under the guidance of coach Marco Baroni, Lazio is enjoying an impressive run in this season's Europa League. They won six and drew one of their group stage matches, securing their place in the Round of 16 as group winners. Lazio's aggressive attacking style has resulted in 50 goals in Serie A this season, making them the third-highest attacking team in the league. However, this attack-oriented approach also leaves them vulnerable to quick counter-attacks from opponents.
As for Viktoria Plzen, the Czech representative has had an impressive journey in the Europa League. They were unbeaten in their first five group stage matches and secured their place in the round of 16 with a commendable record. The attacking duo of Pavel Sulc and Matej Vydra were key players, contributing many important goals and assists. However, Plzen's away form hasn't been particularly good, with only one win in their five away matches from the group stage to date.
History of Lazio vs Viktoria Plzen encounters
03/07/25 – Europa League: Viktoria Plzen 1-2 Lazio
Team news for Lazio vs Viktoria Plzen
Lazio: Missing Valentin Castellanos, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, Elseid Hysaj (injured). Nicolo Rovella and Samuel Gigot are suspended after the first leg.
Viktoria Plzen: Cheick Souare and Christophe Kabongo are absent due to injury.
Predict the score of the match between Lazio and Viktoria Plzen.
Lazio have the home advantage and consistent form in the Europa League. Viktoria Plzen, while capable of causing upsets, have a poor away record which is a major disadvantage. With a superior squad and a determination to maintain their advantage, Lazio are expected to win.
Predicted score: Lazio 2-1 Viktoria Plzen
