The Champions League could prove to be a welcome distraction for Bayern Munich and their Bundesliga struggles but they know they will need to be at their best here, as they travel to Rome to take on Lazio.
For the hosts, reaching the last 8 of the Champions Leaue could be a huge achievement and they are seen as relative dark horses this year with many UCL betting apps.
Meanwhile, Bayern are out of form by their own high standards but they remain a dangerous side, who could come good at any point.
Lazio vs Bayern Munich Best Odds
Stadio Olimpico remains one of the toughest places to go in world football and this one should be a cracker.
| Lazio – 23/5 (+460) | Draw – 16/5 (+320) | Bayern Munich – 7/10 (-143) |
| Over – 4/5 (-125) | 2.5 Goals | Under – 6/5 (+120) |
| Yes – 3/4 (-133) | BTTS | No – 23/20 (+115) |
Lazio vs Bayern Munich Analysis
This is a huge game for both sides, with a 1st leg result sure to have an impact on who progresses to the quarter finals.
Lazio
For the Italian giants Lazio, mixing it with the big boys in both the Serie A and the Champions League is the ultimate aim every season. They are moving along steadily in Serie A and continue to show glimpses of their potential, without necessarily always delivering. They are a side to watch in the eyes of many punters and Champions League betting sites and they will be looking to take the game to Bayern Munich from the outset here.
Team news: Patric, Mattia Zaccagni and Diego Gonzalez will miss out here for Lazio.
Lazio Predicted Lineup:
Provedel, Marusic, Gila, Romagnoli, Hysaj, Guendouzi, Cataldi, Rovella, Anderson, Immobile & Isaksen.
Bayern Munich
Whilst there is always plenty of hyperbole banded about when Bayern Munich lose just a handful of football matches, the reality of the situation is that Thomas Tuchel’s side are struggling for form. 5 points off the pace in the Bundesliga and struggling for an identity, Tuchel’s side are under pressure and the Champions League will be a welcome relief. This should be a great chance to get back on track in Rome, but they know they will need to be at their very best from the outset.
Team news: The injuries are piling up for Bayern with Kingsley Coman, Konrad Laimer, Alphonso Davies, Serge Gnabry and Bouma Sarr all missing here.
Bayern Munich Predicted Lineup:
Neuer, Mazraoui, Upamecano, De Ligt, Guerreiro, Kimmich, Goretzka, Sane, Muller, Musiala & Kane.
Lazio vs Bayern Munich Stats and Trends
- Lazio and Bayern Munich have only met twice previously in the Champions League.
- Both games ended in wins for Bayern Munich, 2-1 at home and 4-1 away.
- Lazio have never won the Champions League, whilst Bayern won the trophy last in 2013.
- The sides meet again for the second leg in March at the Allianz Arena.
Lazio vs Bayern Munich Prediction
With the hype around their faltering Bundesliga campaign reaching fever pitch, this could be the perfect distraction for Bayern Munch. Having said that, travelling to Lazio is never an easy game and they will be under pressure from the outset. This will be a real challenge for Bayern, but the German champions should come through it.
Prediction: Bayern Munich to win the match – 7/10 (-143) – Rhino Bet.
Lazio vs Bayern Munich – The Ultimate Bet
Bayern Munich to win & BTTS – 17/10 (+170) – Fitzdares
In a two-legged tie, Lazio will need to show plenty of industry and attacking flair and they should put Bayern under the pump for long periods. However, playing on the break may suit Bayern and if both sides go for it, this should be a very open spectacle.
