Lazio vs Como Prediction - Serie A: A Challenge at Stadio Olimpico

Lazio will host their tough opponent Como at the Stadio Olimpico at 02:45 on January 20, 2026. The match takes place against the backdrop of both teams being in contrasting positions in the league table and facing considerable squad difficulties.

A contrasting situation on the league table.

Currently, Como is one of the surprises of the season, sitting in 6th place with 34 points after 20 rounds. The away team is in fairly stable form with 3 wins, 1 draw, and only 1 loss in their last 5 matches. With an average scoring rate of 1.4 goals per game, Como is confident of securing points in the capital.

In contrast, Lazio is going through a turbulent period. The Olimpico Stadium team is currently ranked 9th with 28 points. In their last 5 matches, they have only managed 1 win, 3 draws, and 1 loss. Although Lazio's defense is not bad, conceding an average of only 0.8 goals per game, their lack of sharpness in attack (scoring 1.1 goals per game) is a major obstacle to the team's progress.

Performance statistics and league standings

Lazio is facing numerous difficulties.

The biggest problem for Lazio right now is the long list of absentees. The capital club will be without the services of...B. DiaandF. Dele-Bashirudue to international commitments. In addition, their defense has been severely weakened.S. Gigot(ankle injury) andPatric(Calf injury) will definitely be absent.M. VecinoHis participation in the match remains uncertain due to a thigh problem.

On the other side of the pitch, Como was also missing their main striker.A. MorataAlong with some players like J. Addai and A. Diao due to thigh injuries. However, compared to Lazio, Como's squad depth at the moment is considered more stable, allowing them to maintain a control-oriented playing style.

Head-to-head history and tactical predictions

In their last three encounters since the end of 2024, the head-to-head record has been fairly balanced. Lazio had a resounding 5-1 victory against Como in November 2024, but in their most recent meeting in August 2025, Como successfully avenged that defeat with a 2-0 win.

Based on the current squad situation and form, experts assess the chances of the visiting team Como winning and a draw as very high. Predicted odds show that Lazio only has a 10% chance of securing 3 points, while a draw or an away win accounts for a 90% chance (equally split 45% for each side).

Predicted result:The preferred option is a draw or Como win (Double chance). The match is expected to be low-scoring as both teams are missing key attacking players.

Team lineup updated at 02:08 on 20/01/2026

Official lineup

Lazio

Diagram: 4-3-3

CoachMaurizio Sarri

Starting lineup:

• 94. Ivan Provedel (G)
• 77. Adam Marušić (D)
• 34. Mario Gila Fuentes (D)
• 13. Alessio Romagnoli (D)
• 3. Luca Pellegrini (D)
• 21. Reda Belahyane (M)
• 32. Danilo Catalli (M)
• 24. Kenneth Taylor (M)
• 22. Matteo Cancellieri (F)
• 20. Petar Ratkov (F)
• 10. Mattia Zaccagni (F)

Substitutes:

• 55. Alessio Furlanetto
• 35. Christos Mandas
• 29. Manuel Lazzari
• 25. Oliver Provstgaard
• 17. Nuno Tavares
• 23. Elseid Hysaj
• 18. Gustav Isaksen
• 6. Nicolò Roosevelt
• 7. Fisayo Dele-Bashiru
• 71. Valerio Farcomeni
• 14. Tijjani Noslin
• 9. Pedro

Como

Diagram: 4-3-2-1

CoachCesc Fabregas

Starting lineup:

• 1. Jean Butez (G)
• 28. Ivan Smolčić (D)
• 14. Jacobo Ramón (D)
• 34. Diego Carlos (D)
• 3. Álex Valle (D)
• 6. Maxence Caqueret (M)
• 23. Máximo Perrone (M)
• 33. Lucas Da Cunha (M)
• 10. Nico Paz (M)
• 17. Jesús Rodriguez (M)
• 20. Martin Baturina (F)

Substitutes:

• 21. Noel Törnqvist
• 22. Mauro Vigorito
• 77. Ignace Van der Brempt
• 18. Alberto Moreno
• 31. Mërgim Vojvoda
• 2. Marc-Oliver Kempf
• 4. Alberto Dossena
• 27. Stefan Posch
• 55. Andrea Le Borgne
• 8. Sergi Roberto
• 11. Anastasios Douvikas
• 19. Nicolas-Gerrit Kühn
• 99. Alberto Cerri