This pivotal Coppa Italia quarter-final clash between Inter Milan and Lazio is set for Tuesday, February 25th, 2025, at the iconic Stadio Giuseppe Meazza. With a coveted spot in the semi-finals on the line, this showdown promises to be an electrifying battle between two top Serie A sides.
Inter Milan vs Lazio
Inter and Lazio have faced each other 62 times, with Inter winning 25 matches, Lazio claiming victory in 18, and 19 games ending in a draw. Their encounters have averaged 2.76 goals per match. This season, Inter Milan have averaged 1.98 goals per game, while Lazio have scored an average of 1.90.
Inter come into this clash on the back of a 1-0 Serie A victory over Genoa. In that match, they dominated possession with 62%, registering 18 shots, five of which were on target. Lautaro Martínez netted the decisive goal in the 78th minute. Genoa, meanwhile, managed 11 attempts, with two on target.
Lazio, on the other hand, played out a goalless draw against Venezia in their last league outing. They controlled 63% of possession and recorded nine shots, three on target. Venezia matched their shot count with nine attempts, two of which tested the goalkeeper.
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In their last six matches, Inter Milan have scored a total of six goals, averaging one per game. Simone Inzaghi’s men are competing on multiple fronts this season, with their primary focus likely on Serie A and the Champions League. As a result, the Coppa Italia may not be their top priority, raising questions about how much effort they’ll invest in this clash with Lazio.
The same uncertainty applies to Lazio. With Europa League fixtures ahead and a tough Serie A showdown against Milan next week, their focus is split. While the Serie A title is out of reach, securing a Top 4 finish remains a challenge, especially after recent dropped points. Defensive frailties have been an issue for Lazio, having conceded in five of their last six matches, allowing seven goals in total. There is certainly room for improvement at the back, and it remains to be seen whether they can tighten up in this encounter.
What is the Prediction?
This matchup promises to be an intriguing battle, as both teams have shown vulnerabilities in recent weeks. While Inter have been the stronger side this season, they have suffered two away defeats in their last three Serie A outings. Meanwhile, Lazio are coming off consecutive draws against Napoli and Venezia. Despite their recent setbacks, both teams have performed well on the road this season. With that in mind, our prediction for this clash is over 2.5 goals.
Summary
Match: Inter Milan vs Lazio
Bet: over 2.5
Odds: -104 / 1.96
