As the Champions League knockout rounds get underway, Lazio and Bayern Munich will play their first-ever last-16 match on Wednesday evening at Stadio Olimpico.
The German champions have advanced to the quarterfinals for three consecutive years and are ultimately seeking for a sixth European title, while the Serie A team is hoping to make its first quarterfinal appearance in 24 years.
Lazio’s domestic campaign hasn’t exactly gone as planned, but they’re back in the Champions League elimination round after a wild group stage campaign.
Due to an underlying inconsistency, the Biancocelesti, who finished second to Italian champions Napoli last season, are currently ninth in the Serie A rankings. They only halted a three-match winless streak last week with a victory at Cagliari, and they are five points outside of the top four.
With the exception of a 4 year ago loss to eventual champions Liverpool, Bayern has advanced from 11 of their last 12 last-16 matches. They are unbeaten in 12 Champions League meetings against Italian opposition.
After winning every game except one and finishing first in Group A with an eight-point lead, the German powerhouses are now concentrating on making it back to the latter stages.
Lazio vs Bayern Munich Match Details
Date: Thursday, 15 Feb 2024
Time: 1:30 AM IST
Location: Stadio Olimpico
TV: Sony Ten Network (India)
Live Stream: Sony LIV
Lineup Prediction
Even though Bayern isn’t playing at its most fluid right now, they have demonstrated their strength while touring Europe and have a flexible offensive line. Lazio’s recent vulnerability means that they will not be able to contain the Bavarians for ninety minutes; Maurizio Sarri’s team may need a massive upset to win after the second leg next month.
Lazio’s possible starting lineup: Provedel; Marusic, Romagnoli, Gila, Hysaj; Guendouzi, Rovella, Alberto; Isaksen, Immobile, Anderson
Bayern Munich’s possible starting lineup: Neuer; Mazraoui, Upamecano, Kim, Guerreiro; Kimmich, Goretzka; Sane, Muller, Musiala; Kane
Dream11
Goalkeeper – Neuer
Defenders – Romagnoli, Gila, Kim, Guerreiro
Midfielders – Alberto, Kimmich, Goretzka
Attackers – Kane, Immobile, Sane
