Viktoria Plzeň vs Lazio Live Stream – Europa League Match Preview (06.03.25)

📅 Date: Thursday, March 6, 2025
🕒 Kick-off: 23:00 UTC+3
🏟️ Venue: Doosan Arena, Plzeň
🏆 Competition: UEFA Europa League (Round of 16)
⚽ Coaches: Miroslav Koubek (Viktoria Plzeň), Marco Baroni (Lazio)

Czech side Viktoria Plzeň hosts Italian giants Lazio in a UEFA Europa League Round of 16 matchup. Miroslav Koubek’s team will rely on their solid home form, while Marco Baroni’s Lazio looks to gain a crucial first-leg advantage away from home.

Team Form and Standings

• Viktoria Plzeň: A well-organized side that has impressed in European competitions, Plzeň will look to make things difficult for Lazio.
• Lazio: The Italian club has been inconsistent in Serie A but remains a strong contender for the Europa League title.

Key Players to Watch

• Viktoria Plzeň:
  • Tomáš Chorý: The tall striker is a major aerial threat for Plzeň.
  • Pavel Bucha: The midfielder is crucial in Plzeň’s attacking transitions.
  • Jindřich Staněk: The goalkeeper will be key in keeping Lazio’s attack at bay.
• Lazio:
  • Ciro Immobile: The veteran forward remains Lazio’s main goal threat.
  • Felipe Anderson: The Brazilian winger’s creativity will be crucial in breaking down Plzeň’s defense.
  • Alessio Romagnoli: The defender will be key in stopping Plzeň’s counter-attacks.

Tactical Approaches

• Viktoria Plzeň (Miroslav Koubek):
  • Will focus on a compact defensive shape and hitting on the counter.
  • Using Chorý’s aerial ability to target Lazio’s defense on set-pieces.
  • Pressing aggressively in midfield to disrupt Lazio’s passing game.
• Lazio (Marco Baroni):
  • Will dominate possession and look to control the midfield.
  • Quick transitions and width through Felipe Anderson and Zaccagni.
  • High pressing to force Plzeň into defensive mistakes.

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Betting Tips

1. Lazio to Win or Draw – Their European experience gives them an advantage.
2. Under 3.5 Goals – A defensive battle is expected.
3. Ciro Immobile to Score Anytime – The striker is Lazio’s biggest goal-scoring threat.

Prediction

• Viktoria Plzeň 1-2 Lazio – Lazio’s quality should see them take a narrow first-leg victory.