Last Updated on February 9, 2024 2:56 pm by Erwin Noguera
The Champions League round of 16 brings Bayern München an important test in its quest to lift the cup again: it will have to face Lazio, playing the first leg away from home.
The Bavarians closed the group stage with a 1-0 win over Manchester United at Old Trafford, with a goal by Kingsley Coman.
The last match in the previous round ended with a 2-0 defeat for Il Aquile against Atlético de Madrid, but they already had their qualification solved.
When and Where?
Wednesday, February 14, 3:00 pm ET at the Stadio Olimpico
Moneyline odds:
Lazio 5.86
Bayern München 1.604
Draw Offs:
4.52
Where Can I Watch?
ViX and Paramount+
Why Bet on Lazio?
So far, Lazio has had an irregular season in Serie A, so it is in the ninth place. That’s why its head is on the Champions League and the Coppa Italia semifinals.
In their last match in the group stage, Maurizio Sarri’s team lost 2-0 to Atletico Madrid, so they finished second.
The club from the Italian capital took 10 points, won three games, drew once, and lost twice, scoring seven goals and conceding the same amount.
The hope of this team lies at the feet of veteran striker Ciro Immobile, who scored three goals in six games. This has not been his best year in Serie A, but his quality and pedigree cannot be doubted.
On the other hand, Sarri’s concern may be in the injury of Mattia Zaccagni, an important offensive piece. Another with physical problems is defender Patric.
Why Bet on Bayern München?
Bayern Munich is one of the teams that is always a candidate to win the Champions League, due to its history and, above all, the quality of Thomas Tuchel’s squad.
In their last group stage match, they beat Manchester United 1-0 at Old Trafford, with a goal from French winger Kingsley Coman. Thanks to this, they finished first with 16 points, while the Red Devils were last.
For the Bavarians, the European tournament is important since the Bundesliga is extremely tight with Bayer Leverkusen. They could end the season without lifting a trophy, which would be a novelty.
Harry Kane is the player to watch for Bayern. In the first round, he scored four goals, while in the league, he has 24 celebrations in only 20 matches. The Englishman is one of the best attackers in the world, adding eight assists to his goalscoring quota.
Tuchel has several players in the nursing room, including Manuel Neuer and Alphonso Davies. Winger Kingsley Coman has an injury that will keep him out for several games, but the good news is that defender Kim Min-Jae is ready to return.
Final Betting Analysis: Lazio vs. Bayern München
Only once have these teams met in a series, and that was also in the round of 16 of 2021. The victory in the key was for the Germans by 6-2, winning in Rome the first leg by 1-4.
The numbers at Gambyl Exchange have Bayern München as the favorite. The Moneyline for them shows 1.604, while Lazio has 5.86, and the draw is at 4.52.
Lazio has a lot at stake in the Champions League, but its squad does not have the level to compete against a European giant like Bayern München, which will take the first leg and the qualification to the quarterfinals. We’ll go for a 0-3.
Go for a win in Bayern München’s Moneyline. If you bet $100 at 1.604, you will gain $60 for a total payout of $160.
Lazio vs. Bayern München Betting Pick: Bayern München
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