Bayern Munich vs Lazio Prediction, Odds and Betting Tips 05/03/2024

Odds via Tonybet

Bayern Munich vs Lazio	March 5, 2024, 3:00 PM ET
Bayern Munich odds	-345
Lazio odds	+900
Draw	+500
Over\Under	2.5 -176 \ +149

Bayern Munich vs Lazio. Shape of the Teams

On paper, the clash between Bayern and Lazio doesn’t promise much excitement, especially given Lazio’s mid-table standing in the Serie A, currently sitting in 9th place.

However, the Italians’ 1-0 victory at home made the clash much more interesting. Bayern Munich’s ongoing institutional turmoil has raised questions about many key players of the team, notably Joshua Kimmich, who seems to be at odds with Thomas Tuchel. And he’s far from the only one.

Lazio’s last match was notably chaotic. Getting one red card in a match can happen – two is already pretty rare, but it could still happen.

However, Lazio saw three players being sent off with a red card in their recent 0-1 loss against AC Milan. This rare and remarkable incident might not be relevant for the clash with Bayern, but it’s a fun fact and highlights Lazio’s unpredictability.

At the Allianz Arena, it’s clear who’s the favourite. However, the game does pose several critical questions for the German giants.

Their recent 2-2 draw against Freiburg, though more convincing than their 2-3 defeat against VfL Bochum, still falls short of the high standards expected at Bayern.

Matthäus’s public disagreement with Tuchel’s handling of the team further highlights the ongoing tensions within the club, suggesting a divide not only within the locker room but also among the club’s alumni and the broader community.

Bayern Munich vs Lazio Main Match Info

Date and Kickoff Time: Tuesday, March 5, 3:00 PM ET
Stadium: Allianz Arena
Location: Munich, Germany
Last match: Lazio – Bayern Munich: 1-0 (February 14, 2024, Champions League)

Bayern Munich vs Lazio, Prediction, Odds

Pick: Bayern Munich to win
Odds: -345 (Tonybet)

Lazio’s current standing and squad composition, with all due respect, is not what one might expect from a Champions League contender, especially considering they are only ninth in the Serie A. This poses the question – how will Lazio handle this challenge?

Sure, the Italians have a 1-0 lead, but this is far from enough at the Allianz Arena. Lazio’s defensive vulnerabilities are a concern – which brings me to think that trusting Lazio in a mid-block is not a great idea, especially considering that wing-play transitions remain Bayern’s bread and butter.

🎙️ Tuchel: “We have 90 minutes to make it count, and don’t have any time to waste. We can’t afford to wait to attack or to play the ball up the pitch. Time is on Lazio’s side.
We need to find a balance between emotion and keeping a level head. Right from the start, we want to… pic.twitter.com/9cHCuZZcoA
— FC Bayern Munich (@FCBayernEN) March 4, 2024

Even though the 2-2 against Freiburg looks underwhelming on paper, the game displayed their fighting spirit and probably the most characterful performance since the fiasco against Leverkusen, which saw Xabi Alonso’s team victorious.

Despite issues with accuracy and cohesion, there was some sense of spirit, and this glimpse of determination shows that Bayern is still capable of rallying when it matters.

Bayern Munich vs Lazio Betting Tip

Pick: Bayern to lead by two goals
Odds: +295 (Tonybet)

Expecting Bayern to win may not be groundbreaking, but which approach they will adopt is a topic for debate.

In the first leg, Bayern seemed fragmented, looking more like a collection of individual islands rather than a team of eleven players. Even the performances of an ageing Manuel Neuer have dropped – which is rather worrying, though not completely unnormal, given his veteran status.

🎙️ Thomas Tuchel: “We know the situation we’re in, and you need to be under pressure in order to put in an exceptional performance.
We know we need to win and that we’re up against a well-coached side under Sarri. We hope that the fans and atmosphere will also give us a boost… pic.twitter.com/YuEZgJgoVW
— FC Bayern Munich (@FCBayernEN) March 4, 2024

But more importantly – it raises questions on the future of so many stars at Bayern under Thomas Tuchel’s stewardship. Team synergy and furthering the development of talents like Pavlovic are crucial steps for Bayern’s progression.

I would expect to find Kane the priority in the box, complemented by Leroy Sané’s mastery on the wings. However, Sané needs to mature and improve in finishing, an area where he has underperformed in recent games.

Getting ready for Lazio 🔥#MiaSanMia #FCBLAZ pic.twitter.com/GEcHGAxZiK
— FC Bayern Munich (@FCBayernEN) March 3, 2024

Eric Dier has emerged as a leader at the back – which might be surprising given he’s only a loanee and a center-back. Next to him is a tool Bayern should be using – former Dortmund player Guerreiro, who is a threat out wide and adds a +1 presence between the lines.

Although Guerreiro’s defensive lapses might be seen as a liability – looking at recent games – Lazio is far from having the tools to exploit those weaknesses.

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