The UEFA Champions League returns with Lazio facing Thomas Tuchel’s Bayern Munich at the Stadio Olimpico on Wednesday.
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Lazio, positioned eighth in the Serie A standings, has fallen short of expectations this season. However, following a convincing 3-1 victory over Cagliari last weekend, the home team enters this upcoming fixture with a boost in confidence.
On the flip side, Bayern Munich currently holds the second spot in the Bundesliga standings but has experienced a challenging season. The Bavarian giants suffered a significant setback with a 3-0 defeat against Bayer Leverkusen in their recent game, making this week’s match crucial for them to rebound.
Lazio vs Bayern Munich H2H and Key Stats
Lazio vs Bayern Munich H2H and Key Stats
- Bayern Munich boasts an impeccable record against Lazio in European competitions, having won both of their previous encounters. Lazio is still seeking to secure a victory against Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League, as they have yet to avoid defeat in their head-to-head matchups.
- The sole UEFA Champions League meetings between Lazio and Bayern Munich occurred in the 2020-21 season, where the Bavarians netted a total of six goals across the two matches.
- Bayern Munich has clinched victories in their last five UEFA Champions League matches against Italian teams and remains unbeaten in their last 12 encounters with teams from Italy in the competition.
- Following a challenging stretch of four defeats in five knock-out matches against Italian teams in the UEFA Champions League, Bayern Munich has turned the tide, securing victories in each of their last three encounters in the competition.
- Lazio is embarking on only their third appearance in the UEFA Champions League knock-out stages.
Lazio vs Bayern Munich Prediction
Bayern Munich has fallen short of expectations this season, and a swift resurgence is imperative. Following a surprising defeat over the weekend, the German powerhouse cannot afford another setback in this crucial fixture.
Lazio has faced setbacks in recent months and now confronts a formidable European giant. Bayern Munich, superior on paper, is expected to secure a victory in this match.
Prediction: Lazio 1-3 Bayern Munich
Lazio vs Bayern Munich Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result – Bayern Munich to win
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals
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