Match Overview
On February 10th, 2024, Cagliari will face off against Lazio in a Serie A match at the Unipol Domus. The odds currently favor Lazio with a probability of 44%, while Cagliari has a 28% chance of winning and the possibility of a draw stands at 29%.
Historical Face-Off
Cagliari and Lazio have faced each other multiple times in the past. In their last eight encounters, Lazio has been dominant, winning six matches and drawing two. Cagliari has struggled to find success against Lazio, failing to secure a victory in any of their recent meetings.
In terms of goals scored, there have been several high-scoring games between these two teams. On three occasions, they produced more than three goals in a single match. However, their most recent clash ended with just one goal scored by Lazio.
Local Team’s Recent Form
Cagliari’s recent form has been disappointing as they have only managed to win one out of their last six matches across all competitions. They suffered heavy defeats against AS Roma (0-4) and Frosinone (1-3), which highlighted defensive vulnerabilities within the team.
Currently positioned 18th in Serie A standings with only four wins from 23 matches played, Cagliari is struggling to find consistency. Their home record hasn’t been much better either, with four wins from eleven matches played at the Unipol Domus.
In their most recent match against AS Roma, Cagliari was completely outplayed and lost by a scoreline of 0-4.
Away Team’s Recent Form
Lazio has had mixed results recently but has performed better overall compared to Cagliari. They have won three out of their last six matches away from home and have managed to maintain a positive goal difference.
Currently sitting in 9th place in Serie A, Lazio has recorded ten wins from 22 matches. They have struggled on the road, losing six out of eleven matches away from home. However, they did secure an impressive victory against Inter Milan (3-0) in one of their recent away games.
In their most recent match against Atalanta, Lazio lost by a scoreline of 1-3.
Key Players Spotlight
For Cagliari, Leonardo Pavoletti has been a standout performer with four goals and one assist in seventeen appearances. His physical presence upfront can cause problems for any defense. On the other hand, Alessandro Deiola has been instrumental in midfield with his work rate and ability to break up play.
Lazio’s Ciro Immobile is always a threat in front of goal and has scored eight goals so far this season. He will be looking to add to his tally against Cagliari. Additionally, Matías Vecino has provided valuable contributions from midfield with four goals.
Statistical Insights
Cagliari’s defensive struggles are evident when analyzing their recent results. They have conceded 15 goals in their last six matches across all competitions while only scoring six themselves. This highlights the need for improvement at the back if they want to secure positive results.
Lazio, on the other hand, has shown more solidity defensively but needs to improve its offensive output as well. They have scored five goals in their last six matches while conceding seven.
Match Prediction: Cagliari 1 – 2 Lazio
Based on current form and historical performances between these two teams, it is likely that Lazio will come out on top with a narrow victory over Cagliari. While both teams have struggled defensively, Lazio’s superior attacking options give them the edge in this match. However, Cagliari should not be underestimated and may find the back of the net at least once.
