Football Result

Verification of the Result Prediction

Power Comparison in the League

Team Formations

Estimated Goal Scoring Chance

Recent Matches before the game

H2H Record before the game

In a tightly contested Italian Serie A match at Stadio Carlo Castellani – Computer Gross Arena, Lazio secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Empoli. Boulaye Dia's early goal in the 1st minute proved to be the decisive moment of the game. Despite Lazio dominating possession with 62.6%, Empoli's defense held firm for the majority of the match. The game was marked by disciplinary issues, with both teams receiving three yellow cards each. Empoli's Lorenzo Colombo was sent off in the 38th minute, reducing them to ten men for a significant portion of the game. Later, Lazio's Elseid Hysaj also received a red card in the 76th minute, leveling the playing field in terms of players.
Empoli, playing a 3-4-2-1 formation, struggled to create clear-cut chances, managing only 2 shots on target out of 7 total attempts. Lazio, employing a 4-2-3-1 setup, fared slightly better with 3 shots on target from 9 attempts. Empoli committed 16 fouls compared to Lazio's 8, indicating a more aggressive approach, particularly after going a man down. The AI's pre-game prediction of a Lazio win proved accurate, aligning with the final result. The AI model didn't expect a balanced game, and the statistics show that Lazio had more possession and chances.
Empoli's current form is concerning, with the team struggling to secure wins in recent matches. They face Parma next, a crucial game for them to improve their standing in the league. Their recent form includes losses against Fiorentina and Bologna, a draw against Venezia, and a heavy defeat against Napoli. Lazio, on the other hand, have shown more resilience, although they drew their previous match against Parma. They are set to face Juventus in their next game, a challenging fixture against a strong opponent. Their recent results include a win against Genoa and draws against Parma and AS Roma, alongside a Europa League win against Bodo/Glimt and a loss against the same opponent.
Looking at previous encounters, Lazio has often had the upper hand against Empoli, winning the reverse fixture earlier this season. The last five head-to-head games show Lazio with a slight edge. Empoli's previous games show a struggle to maintain consistency, while Lazio has been more stable, balancing domestic and European commitments. Lazio's next game against Juventus will be a test of their ability to compete against top teams. Empoli's upcoming match against Parma presents an opportunity to turn their form around and secure valuable points.

On May 4th, 2025, Empoli will host Lazio at Stadio Carlo Castellani – Computer Gross Arena in a highly anticipated Italian Serie A clash. The AI algorithms are leaning towards a Lazio victory, assigning them a 47.9% win probability compared to Empoli's 25.7%. A draw is considered at 26.4%. Empoli's recent form has been lackluster, with three losses and two draws in their last five games. Lazio, spearheaded by their prolific striker Ciro Immobile, who continues to defy age with his clinical finishing, and the midfield maestro Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, have been more consistent. Milinkovic-Savic's ability to control the tempo and deliver pinpoint passes will be crucial for Lazio. While Empoli will rely on their young prospect, Tommaso Baldanzi, to provide a spark, Lazio's overall team strength and recent head-to-head record against Empoli give them the edge, at least according to the AI.