UEFA Europa League: Lazio vs. Feyenoord Preview, Odds, Prediction

Lazio and Feyenoord clash at the Olimpico stadium in Rome in one of the most exciting matchups of the entire Europa League opening round. The Italians had mixed results in the opening few weeks, while on the other side, despite several departuresFeyenoord looks quite well, much better than expected. Though, we need to say that the opponents of the Rotterdammers haven’t been some notable teams. This is a big test for either unit, for Lazio to show consistency in big games, and for the guests that they can compete with top continental rivals.

Preview

Lazio (-110) lost to Napoli in the last round of the Serie A, which was their first loss this year. A 1-2 defeat wasn’t easy to deal with because the Eagles have a lot to regret for. The inconsistency is the main problem for Maurizio Sarri’s crew. So far this year, they have two wins and draws each, with one loss.

But here is the thing that hurts their fans. Lazio defeated Inter, 3-1, yet wasted points on the road, in Geona to Sampdoria 1-1 and against Torino, 0-0, also on the road.

The Eagles’ performances on the road and at home are pretty different. At home, Lazio tends to display an offensive-minded approach dictating the tempo and the pace, while on the road, Sarri’s unit is inferior.

Feyenoord (+300) won four Eredivisie games and had one draw. As we said, the rivals weren’t powerful, but this is good for the team that lost a few of its top players from the previous campaign. Sinisterra, Senesi, Aursnes, Malacia, Dessers, all these guys are gone.

Though, there are new kids on the block willing to show their potential and skills. Feyenoord beat Vitesse 2-5 in the opening game, then played 0-0 with Heerenveen at home. They were better than RKC on the road, 0-1, Emmen at home, 4-0 and Go Ahead Eagles away from their De Kuip, 3-4.

They are still an attacking-minded unit, the one that loves to take the ball and search for the shortest distance to the goal and be very rational while doing it.

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Lazio is free of injuries or suspensions, which is great for Sarri.

The same goes for Feyenoord, who didn’t reveal any problems with absentees.

Head to Head Games

Lazio and Feyenoord met in the 200 UEFA Champions League edition. It was the second group stage, and Feyenoord ended up on the positive side following two matchups. They beat Lazio in Rome, 1-2, and played 0-0 at home. Though, Lazio advanced as the top placed uint in the assembly, while Feyenoord ended third.

Prediction

Both teams scoring would be the best pick here. Lazio has to attack, and any other approach in front of their crowd has no sense. Feyenoord enjoys such clashes and isn’t afraid to accept the challenge and show its potential. That’s why both team scoring is the best pick here. The odds are -166 on that, which is quite solid. We should see at least three goals as well, but the less risky pick is BTTS.

Pick: Both teams scoring -166