Plzen
06 Mar, 2025
21:00
Lazio
Plzeň has been a strong home side in the Europa League group stage, securing seven of their points from matches on home turf. Their only home defeat came against Manchester United (1-2), but they have consistently performed well against opponents of a similar or lower caliber.
Tonight, they face a Lazio team known for its ball-dominant style. However, the Italian side will be without two key players, Zaccagni and Castellanos, due to injuries. Despite these absences, Lazio still has plenty of quality, with the experienced Pedro stepping up he was the match-winner in their last-minute victory over Milan. Additionally, Dia is expected to take on a creative role behind the striker, adding another dimension to their attack.
What we say
Both Teams to Score
Given Plzeň's strong home form and solid results, we expect them to put up a fight and find the net at least once in this match. This is a prime opportunity for them to challenge a quality Lazio side missing two key players.
However, with Lazio's experience in attack, they are also likely to score and will be aiming for a positive result ahead of the second leg.
Notably, in the last four home games for Plzeň and away games for Lazio, only once did a match end without either team scoring. In the rest, both sides were effective in front of goal.
Home team lineup
| Player Name | Player Position |
| Jedlicka | GK |
| Memic | RWB |
| Dweh | RCB |
| Markovic | CB |
| Jemelka | LCB |
| Cadu | LWB |
| Cerv | CM |
| Kalvach | CM |
| Vydra | RM |
| Sulc | LM |
| Durosinmi | CF |
Away team lineup
| Player Name | Player Position |
| Mandas | GK |
| Lazzari | RB |
| Gila | CB |
| Patric | CB |
| Pellegrini | LB |
| Guendouzi | DM |
| Rovella | DM |
| Isaksen | RM |
| Dia | AM |
| Pedro | LM |
| Noslin | CF |
Head to head
| 03, 2025 | Lazio | Plzen | 1 - 1 |
| 03, 2025 | Plzen | Lazio | 1 - 2 |