Bayern Munich vs Lazio UEFA Champions League Match Analysis
Bayern Munich aims to overturn Lazio’s lead in the Champions League last-16 after trailing by one goal following the first leg in Rome last month.
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Lazio is close to their first quarter-final appearance in two decades, while Bayern Munich is seeking a seventh European title and has made it to the stage for three years straight.
After comfortably topping Group A with an eight-point lead, Bayern Munich expected smooth progress to the latter stages.
However, they suffered a setback, losing 1-0 at Stadio Olimpico.
Bayern Munich has a strong track record of progressing from this stage in the Champions League, with wins in 10 out of 13 home matches in the competition, but they have been eliminated from their last seven ties when losing the first leg.
Lazio, back in the knockout stage after an eventful campaign through Group E, are now close to the quarter-finals after securing their third appearance in the latter stages with a lead heading to Bavaria.
Maurizio Sarri’s side have a good record in knockout ties after winning the first leg, but they have struggled away from home in Serie A this season.
Prediction: Bayern Munich 3-1 Lazio
Despite recent form, Bayern Munich are favorites to win, having won five of their six group stage matches while Lazio lost two of their three away games.
- Prediction: Bayern Munich to Win
Both teams have had matches with two or fewer goals, indicating a trend towards lower goal counts.
- Betting Tip: Under 4.5 Goals
Possible Lineups
Bayern Munich: (4-2-3-1)
Neuer;
Kimmich, De Ligt, Kim, Davies;
Pavlovic, Goretzka;
Tel, Muller, Musiala;
Kane
Lazio: (4-3-3)
Provedel;
Marusic, Gila, Romagnoli, Hysaj;
Guendouzi, Cataldi, Alberto;
Anderson, Immobile, Zaccagni