Bologna vs Lazio

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Serie A · Aug 24, 2026 · 16:30

Match preview

Serie A kicks off for Bologna and Lazio on August 24, 2026, promising an intriguing encounter. Bologna, boasting a superior win rate of 42% last season, comes into this fixture with three wins from their last five outings, demonstrating a sharper attacking edge with 42 goals scored. Their home advantage, coupled with a solid defensive record of 39 conceded, suggests they will be a tough nut to crack at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara.

Lazio, meanwhile, finished last term with a 36% win rate, registering 34 goals scored and a slightly tighter defence conceding 30. Their recent form mirrors Bologna's with three wins and a draw from their last five, indicating a resilient start to the new campaign. Head-to-head history is mixed, with a recent 2-0 Lazio victory over Bologna, but also a memorable 5-0 thrashing in Bologna's favour. The bookmakers have Bologna as slight favourites, though the draw and away win probabilities are surprisingly high at 45% each, perhaps reflecting the unpredictable nature of opening day fixtures. With the Over 2.5 goals market at 2.273, an open game could be on the cards. Watch for Bologna's attacking prowess against Lazio's disciplined defence.