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Lazio vs Genoa Prediction, Tips & Odds

Lazio vs Genoa

Serie ARegular Season - 2
Lazio
#6 · Serie A
WWLWW
1 - 0
Stadio Olimpico, Rome
Referee: E. Feliciani
Genoa
#19 · Serie A
LLLWL
★ OUR PICK
Under 2.5 Goals
Tight defensive records and low-scoring recent form make the under the value pick here.
Totals
1.56
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.53 (implied 65.5%) for Under 2.5 Goals. Our experts calculate a 68.0% probability (an expert ratio of 1.47). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (68.0% vs 65.5%), driven by both sides' tight defensive records and low-scoring recent form. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours Lazio to win against Genoa, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. Lazio enters the new season with positive momentum, having won four of their last five matches in the previous campaign. This strong finish has placed them in a solid position to build upon as they look to improve from their mid-table standing last season. Their recent form suggests they have the capability to convert chances effectively, which could be crucial in this matchup. On the other hand, Genoa's recent form has been more mixed, with two wins and three losses in their last five matches. While they ended the previous season with some competitive performances, their inconsistency may pose a challenge as they seek to start the new campaign on a high note. With no prior results this season, they will need to quickly find their rhythm to contend with a Lazio side that is likely to be more cohesive and confident. The model output indicates a win probability in favour of Lazio, with a projected score of 2-1. However, a caveat to consider is that both teams are entering the season without any competitive matches played this term, which could lead to unpredictable performances. The full methodology of our predictions, based on expected goals and actual results, is detailed in the "How We Reached This Prediction" section. The Daily Punt Analysis Team has leveraged this data to provide insights into this fixture.

Betting Predictions

How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.

Match Result
Lazio Win53%2.32
Draw26%2.94
Genoa Win21%3.54
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: No
1.7350.4%

Lazio have kept a clean sheet in 30% of matches. Genoa average 1.2 goals per game.

Over/Under Goals
Under 2.5 Goals
1.5356.7%

Lazio manage games at home, conceding just 1.23 goals per match. Genoa score 1.17 on the road.

Correct Score
Lazio 1-1 Genoa
5.5418.1%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 18.1% probability.

Asian Handicap
Lazio -0.5
2.2147%

Lazio have been the stronger side, winning 47% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
1-1
5.54
18.1%
1-0
5.87
17.1%
0-0
6.55
15.3%
0-1
7.78
12.9%
2-1
9.08
11.1%
2-0
9.69
10.4%

Our model projects a 1-1 draw as the most likely scoreline at 18.1% probability. 3 of the top six outcomes feature Lazio clean sheets, in line with their 30% clean-sheet rate this season.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Lazio
-0.0
1.58
Genoa
+0.0
2.39
Lazio
-0.3
1.98
Genoa
+0.3
2.87
Lazio
-0.5
2.21
Genoa
+0.5
3.42
Lazio
-1.5
5.50
Genoa
+1.5
8.50

Lines averaged across 6 bookmakers. Lazio are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.

Best Betting Odds

Lazio vs Genoa
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
2.242.943.552.451.532.001.75
Marathonbet
2.382.973.552.581.522.071.67
Betfair
2.302.903.602.451.531.911.83
Pinnacle
2.393.033.582.651.53
SBO
2.242.923.222.511.54
William Hill
2.302.883.502.001.75
Bet365
2.352.903.602.621.502.051.70
1xBet
2.433.043.642.661.562.071.69
Unibet
2.232.883.652.451.522.021.75
Betano
2.372.923.502.551.552.021.75
Superbet
2.323.003.602.551.522.071.72
BetVictor
2.302.903.502.361.502.001.70

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
85.9%
Over 1.5 Goals
63.5%
Over 2.5 Goals
43.3%
Over 3.5 Goals
19.3%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XLazio or Draw
79%1.29
12Lazio or Genoa
74%1.38
X2Draw or Genoa
47%1.61

Head to Head

Last 10 Meetings (Lazio leads 8-2)
8 Lazio0 Draw2 Genoa
30 Jan
Lazio
3-2
Genoa
Serie A
Sept 25
Genoa
0-3
Lazio
Serie A
Apr 25
Genoa
0-2
Lazio
Serie A
Oct 24
Lazio
3-0
Genoa
Serie A
Apr 24
Genoa
0-1
Lazio
Serie A
Dec 23
Lazio
1-0
Genoa
Coppa Italia
Aug 23
Lazio
0-1
Genoa
Serie A
Jul 22
Genoa
4-1
Lazio
Friendlies Clubs
Apr 22
Genoa
1-4
Lazio
Serie A
Dec 21
Lazio
3-1
Genoa
Serie A

In the last 10 matches between Lazio and Genoa, Lazio has won 8 times, while Genoa has secured 2 victories, with no draws recorded. The scorelines indicate a generally one-sided affair, with Lazio often winning comfortably; they have achieved four wins by at least two goals. However, Genoa's two wins, including a notable 4-1 victory in a friendly, suggest they can pose a threat under certain circumstances. The last time Genoa won in a competitive match was in August 2023, indicating a recent struggle against Lazio in official fixtures.

Serie A Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
AS Roma
330010199
WWW
2
Inter
33008359
WWW
3
Como
32107347
WWD
4
AC Milan
32105237
DWW
5
Juventus
32104137
DWW
6
Lazio
22002026
WW
18
Venezia
300327-50
LLL
19
Genoa
300317-60
LLL
20
Fiorentina
300319-80
LLL

Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
LazioHome
1W0D0L
1 playedGF 1 · GA 03.00 pts/game
GenoaAway
0W0D1L
1 playedGF 0 · GA 10.00 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
LazioGenoa
1.53Goals p.g.1.17
1.23Goals conceded p.g.1.55
30%Clean sheets28%
47%Win rate34%
2.77Avg goals in match2.72
1.13xG per game1.15
0.15xGA per game0.08
48%Possession %47%
3.5Shots on target / game3.6
4.4Corners per game4.0
Lazio
Recent Form

Lazio have won 8 of their last 16 matches at home, drawing 3 and losing 5. Their recent home fixtures include beat Genoa 1-0 and lost to Mantova 0-2.

Overall, the wider run reads 14W 8D 8L from the last 30 games (47% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: LazioAll competitions
30 Aug
Lazio
1-0
Genoa
Serie A
24 Aug
Bologna
0-1
Lazio
Serie A
16 Aug
Lazio
0-2
Mantova
Coppa Italia
09 Aug
Frosinone
1-2
Lazio
Friendlies Clubs
05 Aug
Lazio
4-0
Ostia Mare
Friendlies Clubs
02 Aug
Ascoli
1-2
Lazio
Friendlies Clubs
14
Win
47%
8
Draw
27%
8
Lost
27%
Genoa
Recent Form

Genoa have won 3 of their last 14 matches on the road, drawing 5 and losing 6. Their recent away fixtures include lost to Lazio 1-0 and lost to Bournemouth 10-1.

Overall, the wider run reads 10W 6D 13L from the last 29 games (34% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.

Match Results: GenoaAll competitions
04 Sept
Genoa
1-4
Como
Serie A
30 Aug
Lazio
1-0
Genoa
Serie A
22 Aug
Genoa
0-2
Napoli
Serie A
16 Aug
Genoa
4-1
Ascoli
Coppa Italia
08 Aug
Genoa
0-1
Deportivo La Coruna
Friendlies Clubs
04 Aug
Bournemouth
10-1
Genoa
Friendlies Clubs
10
Win
34%
6
Draw
21%
13
Lost
45%

Lineups

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Lineups not yet announced

Starting lineups are usually confirmed approximately 1 hour before kick-off.

Unavailable Players

11 players

Lazio8

A. Furlanetto
Missing FixtureKnee Injury
A. Marusic
Missing FixtureMuscle Injury
D. Cataldi
Missing FixtureGroin Injury
F. Dele-Bashiru
Missing FixtureMuscle Injury
J. Sutalo
QuestionableCoach's decision
L. Pellegrini
Missing FixtureInjury
Patric
Missing FixtureAnkle Injury
S. Gigot
Missing FixtureInactive

Genoa3

E. Havel
Missing FixtureThigh Injury
H. J. Traore
Missing FixtureMuscle Injury
L. Venturino
Missing FixtureKnee Injury

Betting Strategy

High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.

High Probability
Under 2.5 Goals1.53 (56.7%)
Value Bets
Lazio Win2.32 (53.1%)
Draw2.94 (26.2%)
Over 2.5 Goals2.53 (43.3%)
Both Teams Score2.02 (49.6%)
BTTS No1.73 (50.4%)
Speculative
Genoa Win3.54 (20.8%)

Yellow Card Prediction

E. Feliciani has averaged 3.0 yellow cards per match across 1 recent fixtures we have data for. Our pick is under 3.5 yellow cards at 1.95.

Corner Prediction

Lazio have averaged 4.4 corners per match at home; Genoa 4.0 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 5.2 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

Lazio have generated 1.13 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 47% of them. They put 3.5 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Lazio player to score at 1.85 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
2.5 Goals Under

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The Daily Punt Analysis Team

Data-driven football predictions and betting tips

This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.

Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.