Lazio welcome Portuguese giants Porto to the Stadio Olimpico for their UEFA Europa League clash on Thursday evening. The Biancocelesti enter the contest with momentum after edging past Cagliari 2-1 in Serie A action at the weekend, while the Dragons arrive in Rome in fine form following a commanding 4-0 victory over Estoril in the Primeira Liga. Both sides will be eager to strengthen their position in the group as the knockout stages draw closer.
Live streaming and online broadcast data for Lazio Rome vs FC Porto in the UK
The clash between Lazio and Porto will be broadcast live in the UK on TNT Sports 5, with coverage also available through TNT Sports' main channel and the Eurosport Player streaming platform.
Match preview Lazio Rome vs FC Porto with predictions
Lazio and Porto are set for an incredibly tight encounter according to the bookies' predictions, with virtually nothing separating the two sides. The Eagles hold a marginal advantage with a 37.64% chance of victory compared to Porto's 36.16%, while the possibility of a draw stands at 26.2%. These razor-thin margins reflect just how evenly matched these European heavyweights are. The odds at bet365 paint a similar picture of this finely balanced clash, with Lazio priced at 2.5 and Porto at 3.1, while a stalemate is available at 3.2. The Romans are slight favourites playing on home soil at the Stadio Olimpico, but the Dragons' European pedigree means they can't be underestimated. With such competitive odds across all three possible outcomes, the bookmakers are clearly expecting a proper battle between these continental giants.
Lazio Rome Previous Results
The Biancocelesti have been in impressive form lately, putting together a string of solid results at the Stadio Olimpico. Maurizio Sarri's men have shown real mettle in their home fixtures, notching up three victories on the bounce in front of their own supporters. The latest triumph came against Cagliari in a tight 2-1 affair, following a commanding 3-0 victory over Genoa and a workmanlike 2-1 win against Empoli. Lazio's away form has been equally noteworthy, with the capital club showing particular prowess on their travels. They absolutely demolished Como in a 5-1 thrashing and secured a brilliant 2-0 European victory at Twente, though they did stumble at the Allianz Stadium with a narrow 1-0 defeat to Juventus. Overall, the Eagles have found their rhythm, displaying a potent mix of attacking flair and defensive solidity that's seen them net 14 goals while conceding just four in their last six matches across all competitions.
FC Porto Match Performance
The Dragons have been absolutely flying in their recent away fixtures, displaying remarkable form on their travels. Porto have been ruthless on the road, notching up impressive victories including a 5-0 thrashing of Avs Futebol and a comfortable 3-0 win against Sintrense in the Portuguese Cup. Their away performances have been characterized by clinical finishing and rock-solid defending, with the Portuguese giants yet to concede a single goal in their last three matches away from the Dragão. What's particularly impressive about Porto's away form is their ability to control matches from start to finish. They've shown tremendous attacking prowess, banging in eight goals in their last two away fixtures, whilst maintaining their defensive discipline. The team appears to be hitting their stride at just the right time, with their away performances suggesting they're a force to be reckoned with regardless of the venue. Their ability to keep clean sheets on their travels has been particularly noteworthy, demonstrating a well-drilled defensive unit that's proving difficult for opponents to break down.
Lazio Rome match history against FC Porto
In their limited head-to-head encounters, Lazio and Porto have only crossed paths twice, with their most recent clash ending in a 2-2 draw at the Stadio Olimpico in February 2022 during their Europa League campaign. The stalemate proved insufficient for the Biancocelesti to progress, as Porto had secured a crucial home victory in the first leg of their knockout tie. The head-to-head record slightly favours the Portuguese outfit, with Porto boasting one win and a draw from their two meetings. The Dragons have shown their mettle on home soil, maintaining a perfect record at the Estádio do Dragão, while Lazio are yet to taste victory against their Portuguese counterparts either home or away. The sample size may be small, but these European encounters have delivered entertaining football with both sides demonstrating their attacking prowess.
Table and Rankings: Lazio Rome vs FC Porto
Lazio currently sit top of the table in first place, while Porto find themselves struggling down in 16th position. The stark contrast in league standings sees the Italian side flying high at the summit while the Portuguese giants are languishing in the lower reaches of their domestic table, in what represents a concerning position for the Dragons.
