This weekend in Serie A, we get a close look at the Derby Della Capitale as Lazio takes on city rivals Roma. The match schedules for Sunday at the Stadio Olimpico with kickoff at 7 pm.
The opponents find themselves 4th in the table rankings with 12 points, whereas Lazio is 7th with eight points. Furthermore, Lazio came off a disappointing 1-1 draw to Torino, whereas Roma pulled off a last-minute winner to win a 1-0 over Udinese.
The Rome derby is one of the most fiercely fought games in all Calcio, with passionate displays between fans on either side. This year’s game will be no different as it approaches; expect to see supporters’ hearts fill up with joy when they finally get a chance at seeing each other again after so many months apart due to closed-door matches last season.
With the inimitable presence of Jose Mourinho, Roma has become a winning machine. They only lost one game so far, and they are 7-0 in competitive matches with this coach on their side; it’s clear to see why he is considered an expert himself!
Ahead of the 155th Rome Derby in Serie A history, Lazio may have recorded only 39 wins to Roma’s 55 but remain unbeaten in their last four league derbies as ‘hosts’.
Furthermore, they are also undefeated at home over 15 matches played on this soil – an impressive fact that could help give confidence within the camp after recent struggles.
Lazio vs. Roma Head to Head
Both sides have 33 games against each other, with Lazio taking ten wins while Roma with sixteen wins. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Home
- Torino 1-1 Lazio
- Lazio 2-2 Cagliari
- Galatasaray 1-0 Lazio
- Milan 2-0 Lazio
- Lazio 6-1 Spezia
Away
- Roma 1-0 Udinese
- Hellas Verona 3-2 Roma
- Roma 5-1 CSKA Sofia
- Roma 2-1 Sassuolo
- Salernitana 0-4 Roma
Lazio Team News
Maurizio Sarri only faces two injury contenders from the starting lineup, including Mattia Zaccagni and Bobby Adekanye. Furthermore, Sarri returns to the coaching line after a bust-up against Milan earned him a two-match ban.
Roma Team News
Jose Mourinho is more likely to maintain the same starting lineup that picked up the win against Udinese. Pellegrini sets to start his match ban after getting a red card. In his absence, Stephen Elshaaraway sets to return to the starting lineup.
Prediction and Odds
Mourinho always has something hidden in his blues when it comes to derbies, and we expect the same this weekend.
- Roma Win
- Double Chance
- Goals Under 3.5
