Fiorentina vs Lazio Prediction & Betting Tips (26 February)

Considered a serious candidate for European places this season, Fiorentina is currently 8th in Serie A and is 3 points behind 6th. The Tuscans are still in the race but have been progressing slowly for several weeks. Indeed, they have only won once in the last 7 days, for 2 draws and 4 defeats. After losing at Bologna 2-0, the Viola were held to a draw at low-ranked Empoli last weekend 1-1. Qualified for the last four of the Italian Cup, Fiorentina will also be present in the round of 16 of the Europa Conference League where they will have a strong chance to play against Maccabi Haifa. Less to their advantage compared to the previous year, the Lazio today occupies 7th place in Serie A with 2 units more than its opponent of the day.

After a start which allowed them to make a comeback on the European folding seats, the Biancocelesti have once again let slip points during the last 5 days: 2 victories, 1 draw and 2 defeats. Beaten at home by Bologna last weekend 1-2, they reacted this week by achieving a valuable success on the pitch of a direct competitor, Torino 0-2. In the Champions League, Laziale won their round of 16 first leg against Bayern Munich 1-0. In the last four of the Italian Cup, they will face Juventus.

The Fiorentina coach deplores the defections of long-time absentees Dodô and Castrovilli and number 2 goalkeeper Christensen. Winger Kouamé, recent African champion with Ivory Coast, must also withdraw, as does important left-back Biraghi. The attacking duo could once again be composed of Beltran (6 goals in SA) and winter recruit Belotti (1 goal in 4 games with the Viola). During the winter transfer window, in addition to striker Belotti (Roma), defender Faraoni (Hellas Verona) came to strengthen the Viola. Some elements have left Florence such as winger Brekalo (Hadjuk Split) and defender Yerry Mina (Cagliari). On the Lazio side, potential starters Patric (defender) and Rovella (midfielder) are still missing. ).

In addition, the important winger Zaccagni is also suffering from an injury. This week, it was midfielders Cataldi and Guendouzi who scored to dominate Torino. On the attacking front, captain Ciro Immobile (6 goals in SA) should take his place with, at his side, Brazilian winger Felipe Anderson (3 goals and 6 assists in SA). Few changes were made this winter. Only the midfielder passed by Bordeaux Basic, almost unused this season, was loaned to Salernitana.