UEFA Europa League - Sporting Braga VS Lazio

UEFA Europa League  -  Sporting Braga VS Lazio
Match Time:31-01-2025 04:00 Friday (GMT+8)
Football Livescore | Match Prediction & Tips
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Team Analysis
Having already confirmed direct entry to the last 16, Europa League leaders Lazio will aim to round off their league-phase campaign in style when they visit Braga on Thursday. While six wins from seven have taken the Italian side straight through before the final matchday, their hosts' hopes of making the playoffs hang by a thread.

Their knockout place already booked with two rounds remaining, Lazio welcomed Real Sociedad to Stadio Olimpico last week, when another home win ensured progress to the Europa League's last 16 without needing a playoff. While their visitors can choose to take a relaxed approach if they wish, Braga's first-ever meeting with Lazio has high stakes for the hosts.

Odds Analysis
Lazio have actually lost five of their seven away games against Portuguese clubs, but they are set to avoid defeat this week. Even without some key players - and with thoughts already drifting towards the knockout round - they should still be strong enough to eliminate Braga.

Pick: Lazio