Genoa vs Lazio Preview: Predictions Team News and Lineups Revealed
Genoa vs. Lazio: Serie A Clash Awaits at Stadio Luigi Ferraris
Genoa’s Quest for First Serie A Victory Continues
As two teams find themselves struggling at the lower end of the Serie A standings, Genoa prepares to host Lazio at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris. Despite a strong start in the Coppa Italia, Genoa has yet to secure a league win this season, adding pressure as they face a historically challenging opponent.
Genoa’s recent form includes a narrow defeat to Bologna, where a late penalty dashed their hopes after Mikael Egill Ellertsson initially put them ahead. Under the guidance of Patrick Vieira, the team has drawn against Lecce and Como and faced a tight loss to Juventus. However, their Coppa Italia campaign brings hope as they gear up to meet Atalanta BC in the last-16 following victories over Vicenza and Empoli.
Lazio’s Early-Season Struggles
Lazio finds themselves in an early-season crisis, having garnered just three points from their opening four Serie A fixtures. Losses to newly promoted Sassuolo and arch-rivals Roma have left Maurizio Sarri’s side in a precarious position. In the latest setback, defender Nuno Tavares inadvertently handed Roma a decisive goal in the Derby della Capitale.
Sarri faces a challenging task to avoid an unwanted record as the only Lazio coach to lose four out of the first five Serie A matches in a season. The team, already burdened by a transfer embargo, must find a way to overcome their current difficulties before facing Genoa.
Team News and Lineups
Genoa may see Brooke Norton-Cuffy and Patrizio Masini return to the starting lineup after Thursday’s squad rotation. While Leo Ostigard is anticipated to make a comeback from injury, Jean Onana will be sidelined, and Junior Messias remains doubtful with an adductor issue. Striker Lorenzo Colombo aims to finally score this season, after previously finding the net against Lazio with other teams.
Lazio will be missing Matteo Guendouzi and Reda Belahyane due to suspensions from the derby defeat. Injuries to Nicolo Rovella, Matias Vecino, and Fisayo Dele-Bashiru complicate Sarri’s selection further. Meanwhile, Manuel Lazzari and Samuel Gigot are unavailable, although Patric has returned to full training, providing a defensive boost.
| Genoa Possible Starting Lineup | Lazio Possible Starting Lineup |
|---|---|
| Leali; Norton-Cuffy, Ostigard, Vasquez, Martin; Masini, Frendrup; Carboni, Malinovskyi, Ellertsson; Colombo | Provedel; Marusic, Gila, Romagnoli, Tavares; Cataldi, Basic; Cancellieri, Dia, Zaccagni; Castellanos |
Match Prediction
The match between Genoa and Lazio is anticipated to be a tightly contested affair, with neither side showcasing their best form. Considering Lazio’s considerable squad absences, the encounter is likely to end in a low-scoring draw. Both teams will aim to capitalize on opportunities but may ultimately settle for shared points.
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