The Sunday schedule of Serie A Matchday 8 concludes at the Stadio Olimpico with the highly anticipated clash between Lazio and Juventus — two teams desperately seeking points to improve their positions in the standings. The home side has had a very inconsistent start to the season, alternating between strong and disappointing performances. After the first seven rounds, Maurizio Sarri’s team still seems to be searching for its true identity, and a victory against the Bianconeri could be exactly what they need to regain confidence ahead of a busy midweek fixture. Moreover, securing three points would move them within just one point of the Old Lady — currently seventh — reviving their hopes for European qualification. As for Juventus, the goal is to return from Rome with a win that has been missing since September 13, when they defeated Inter 4-3 in what appeared to be the start of a triumphant run in both Serie A and the UEFA Champions League. Since then, however, Igor Tudor’s side has fallen into a negative spiral, highlighted by back-to-back defeats within a few days — first against Como in the league and then against Real Madrid in Europe. Regardless of the outcome, one thing is certain: after this match at the Olimpico, we’ll know which of these two sides has turned the page — and which one will continue to struggle.

Lazio's Recent Form and Key Stats

Despite some difficulties, Lazio has recently found a bit of consistency in Serie A, coming into this match against Juventus unbeaten in their last three games (2 draws, 1 win). In their most recent league outing on October 19, they drew 0-0 away at Atalanta, keeping their second clean sheet in three matches.

Maurizio Sarri — who famously won a Scudetto while managing Juventus in the 2019/20 season — has guided Lazio to 1 win, 2 draws, and 2 losses in their last five games, with an average of 1.2 goals scored and 1 conceded per match. The attack remains the department facing the most challenges, especially with injuries to Castellanos and Cancellieri, both unavailable against the Bianconeri.

After seven Serie A games, the Biancocelesti have collected 8 points (2 wins, 2 draws, 3 losses), scoring 10 goals and conceding 7. At home, their performances have been mixed — 1 win, 1 draw, and 1 loss, with a total of 7 goals scored and 4 conceded.

Juventus' Recent Form and Key Stats

This is a delicate moment for Juventus, who come into the match after two straight defeats and, more worryingly, seven games without a win in all competitions. Their latest setback came on Wednesday, October 22, with a 1-0 loss to Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League group stage. Just days earlier, they had also lost 2-0 to Como in Serie A.

In their last five matches across all competitions, the Bianconeri have disappointed expectations — 2 defeats and 3 draws, averaging only 0.6 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per game. The lack of attacking form is evident, with players like David, Vlahovic, and Openda struggling to find the net for three consecutive games.

Despite this recent slump, Igor Tudor’s side still sits near the top positions with 12 points, earned through 3 wins, 3 draws, and 1 loss, with 9 goals scored and 7 conceded. Away from home, they have managed just one win this season (1-0 vs Genoa on August 31), followed by 2 draws and 2 losses in their next four away games.

Lazio vs Juventus Prediction by BetMines

Given that both teams are struggling but eager to earn points, BetMines expects a tightly contested and intense match. The feeling is that the home side currently has a slight edge and could at least avoid defeat. The main tip, therefore, is to go for Double Chance 1X.

As for the potential goal tally, both teams are likely to approach the game cautiously, especially in the early stages, aiming to avoid leaving space for counterattacks. Lazio’s attacking absences and Juventus’ possible fatigue after their demanding midweek clash with Real Madrid suggest a low-scoring encounter.

For these reasons, BetMines sees both the “Under 2.5 Goals” outcome and “Both Teams to Score – No” as very likely, reinforcing the idea that fear of another setback might outweigh the desire to chase victory at all costs.

Probable Lineups Lazio vs Juventus

LAZIO (4-2-3-1): Provedel; Marusic, Gila, Romagnoli, Tavares; Guendouzi, Cataldi, Basic; Isaksen, Dia, Zaccagni. Coach: Sarri

JUVENTUS (3-4-2-1): Di Gregorio; Gatti, Rugani, Kelly; Kalulu, Thuram, Locatelli, Cambiaso; Conceicao, Yildiz; David. Coach: Tudor