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Lazio vs Juventus | Preview & Expected Lineup

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1 year ago

May 9, 2025

A high-stakes clash unfolds at the Stadio Olimpico as Lazio vs Juventus, both chasing a top-four finish, meet on equal points in Serie A.

Head-To-Head | Lazio vs Juventus

Juventus have defeated Lazio more times than any other club in Serie A history (87 wins). The 1-1 draw is the most frequent result between the sides (18 times), and Lazio have never lost more home games to any team than to Juve (34).

The Biancocelesti are aiming for a rare third straight home win over the Bianconeri—last achieved in the 1950s.

Key numbers & Trends

This is a duel between two of the league’s most clinical sides in front of goal: Juventus (51.5% shot accuracy) and Lazio (50.4%).

Juve lead in counter-attack goals this season (10), while Lazio are on a five-match home draw streak—their longest since 1991. Neither side has repeated the same result in back-to-back matches under their current coaches.

Players to watch

Dusan Vlahovic is set for his 200th Serie A game and aims for his fifth consecutive season with 10+ goals.

Khephren Thuram seeks to become the first Juve midfielder with 5+ goals and assists since Pjanic in 2017/18.

Manuel Locatelli leads all midfielders in Serie A with over 2,100 completed passes.

Nicolo Savona, 21, is the youngest defender with 2+ goals this season—both scored away.

Lazio Spotlight:

Pedro is one goal away from his best Serie A season (9 goals).

Zaccagni eyes a new personal best with two more goals and another assist.

Castellanos is the first foreign Lazio striker to hit 10+ league goals since 2017.

Guendouzi has logged the most minutes for Lazio this season across all competitions.

Saturday’s showdown promises drama, history, and top-four implications.

Juventus coach Igor Tudor is Expected to starts with this XI according to Sky Sport Italia :