Greetings to all football fans! We are pleased to offer you a live online broadcast of the Bologna vs Lazio match as part of the Italy - Coppa Italia tournament.
Finished
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Match events:
| 9' | M. Gila Roughing | |||
| S. Castro (1 - 0) Assist: N. Moro | 30' | |||
| 45' | T. Noslin / Pedro | |||
| S. Castro Tripping | 47' | |||
| 48' | T. Noslin (1 - 1) Assist: F. Dele-Bashiru | |||
| 61' | D. Cataldi / N. Rovella | |||
| 61' | B. Dia / D. Maldini | |||
| R. Freuler / N. Moro | 61' | |||
| F. Bernardeschi / N. Cambiaghi | 70' | |||
| S. Sohm / J. Odgaard | 70' | |||
| J. Miranda Holding | 74' | |||
| 80' | M. Cancellieri / G. Isaksen | |||
| 80' | N. Tavares / L. Pellegrini | |||
| E. Fauske Helland / J. Lucumi | 80' | |||
| T. Dallinga / S. Castro | 80' | |||
| 86' | N. Tavares Roughing | |||
| M. Vitik Foul | 90+1' | |||
Penalty Shoot-out | ||||
| N. Tavares (0 - 1) | ||||
| L. Ferguson | ||||
| B. Dia (0 - 2) | ||||
| T. Dallinga (1 - 2) | ||||
| A. Marusic (1 - 3) | ||||
| R. Orsolini | ||||
| K. Taylor (1 - 4) | ||||
Stadium: Stadio Renato Dall'Ara
Competition: Italy - Coppa Italia
Match Preview
Bologna will host Lazio at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara in a highly anticipated Coppa Italia clash. The Rossoblù, under the astute guidance of Thiago Motta, have shown flashes of brilliance this season, particularly at home where they often punch above their weight. Their disciplined defensive shape combined with swift counter-attacking play has made them a tough nut to crack for many top-tier opponents. However, inconsistency remains a concern, making this cup tie a true test of their resolve. Lazio, meanwhile, come into this fixture with their own ambitions firmly set on a deep cup run. Maurizio Sarri's Biancocelesti have often displayed their characteristic fluid attacking football, though they too have struggled with maintaining peak performance across all competitions. Recent results suggest a team still finding its rhythm, and a strong performance in the Coppa Italia could provide the impetus needed for a more consistent run of form in the league. With key players returning from minor knocks, Sarri will be looking to field his strongest XI to navigate this tricky away fixture.Team Form and Analysis
Bologna
Bologna's defensive organization has been a hallmark of their season, conceding fewer goals than expected for a mid-table side. Their attack, however, has often relied on individual moments of magic from players like Riccardo Orsolini or the industrious performances of Joshua Zirkzee. Motta's tactical flexibility means they can adapt their approach, but they will need to be at their clinical best to break down a well-drilled Lazio defense. While no major new injury concerns have been reported, the physical demands of their recent league schedule could influence selection.Lazio
Lazio's strength lies in their midfield control and the creative output from players like Luis Alberto and Mattia Zaccagni. Ciro Immobile remains their primary goal threat, and his form will be crucial for any success in front of goal. Sarri's 'Sarriball' philosophy emphasizes possession and quick transitions, but they will need to be wary of Bologna's counter-attacking prowess. Updates on a couple of minor knocks to defensive players will be monitored closely, but the expectation is that Lazio will deploy a strong lineup aimed at dominating possession and creating scoring opportunities from wide areas.Predicted Starting Lineups
Bologna (4-2-3-1):- Skorupski
- Posch, Lucumi, Calafiori, Lykogiannis
- Freuler, Moro
- Orsolini, Ferguson, Saelemaekers
- Zirkzee
- Provedel
- Lazzari, Romagnoli, Casale, Hysaj
- Luis Alberto, Cataldi, Vecino
- Felipe Anderson, Immobile, Zaccagni
Match Prediction
- Main Prediction: Lazio to Win
- Reasoning: Despite Bologna's strong home record, Lazio's superior squad depth and individual quality, particularly in attack, are likely to see them through.
- Total Goals Prediction: Under 2.5 Goals
- Reasoning: Both teams possess solid defenses, and cup ties often start cautiously, suggesting a tight affair with limited scoring opportunities.