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Lazio will entertain Midtjylland at the Stadio Olimpico on Matchday 5 of the UEFA Europa League on Thursday (October 27).
All teams in Group F have five points apiece and are only separated on goal difference. The last two games of the group stage thus assume huge significance, with a win to significantly boost knockout hopes.
Both teams have enjoyed unbeaten runs recently, with Lazio on a seven-game unbeaten run across competitions. Maurizio Sarri's men returned to winning ways with a 2-0 win over Atalanta in Serie A on Sunday. Midtjylland, meanwhile, are unbeaten in their last ten games and played out a 1-1 draw against Copenhagen in the Danish Superliga on Saturday.
Both teams have played back-to-back draws in the Europa League and will look for all three points here.
Lazio vs Midtjylland Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- The two teams met for the first time in September at the MCH Arena. Midtjylland won 5-1 with Sergej Milinkovic-Savic netting a consolation for Lazio.
- Only PSV and Freiburg (11 apiece), and Feyenoord (12) have scored more goals in the Europa League than Midtjylland (9) this season.
- There have been over 2.5 goals scored in five of Lazio's last six Europa League games. Midtjylland have done likewise in their last three.
- Lazio are unbeaten in their last five home games, drawing the last two. Midtjylland, meanwhile, are unbeaten in their last five away outings.
- Lazio have kept three clean sheets in their last four home games across competitions.
Lazio vs Midtjylland Prediction
I Biancocelesti head into the game in solid form, coming off an impressive 2-0 win over Atalanta in Serie A on Sunday. They have scored at least twice in three of their last four games across competitions and will fancy winning at home.
The Wolves, meanwhile, have scored in their last ten games across competitions and should continue that streak. Considering the form of the two teams into consideration, a high-scoring draw could ensue.
Prediction: Lazio 2-2 Midtjylland
Lazio vs Midtjylland Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Draw
Tip 2: Goals - Over/Under 2.5 Goals - Under 2.5
Tip 3: At least a goal to be scored in the second half - Yes
Tip 4: Lazio to score first - Yes
Tip 5: Evander to score or assist any time - Yes
