Torino vs Lazio: Serie A Showdown
After a convincing victory in the Europa League against Dynamo Kyiv, Lazio is gearing up to face Torino in what promises to be an exciting Serie A clash. The match, scheduled for Sunday at 12:30 local time, will take place at the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino in Turin. Torino, currently sitting at the top of the Serie A table, will look to maintain their impressive form against the Roman side.
Torino Team News and Probable Lineup
Torino has enjoyed a stellar start to their season under the guidance of coach Paolo Vanoli. With a full week of rest behind them, Torino is expected to field a strong starting lineup against Lazio. In defense, Saul Coco is set to return to the backline, partnering with Walukiewicz and Adam Masina. Mergim Vojvoda and Guillermo Maripan are also viable options for Vanoli. Unfortunately, Perr Schuurs remains sidelined with a long-term injury.
Valentino Lazzaro and Borna Sosa are likely to start as full-backs for Torino, providing width and attacking impetus down the flanks. In midfield, the Granata will rely on the trio of Samuele Ricci, Adrien Tameze, and Ivan Ilic to control the center of the pitch. Up front, Duvan Zapata will lead the attacking charge, supported by Tony Sanabria. Che Adams could make an appearance off the bench to bolster Torino’s attacking options.
Torino Probable Lineup (3-5-2): Milinkovic-Savic; Walukiewicz, Coco, Masina; Lazzaro, Ricci, Tameze, Ilic, Sosa; Sanabria, Zapata
Lazio Team News and Probable Lineup
Lazio coach Marco Baroni faces a selection dilemma after making significant changes to his lineup in recent matches. With up to seven changes expected against Torino, Baroni is likely to revert to a more familiar starting eleven. In goal, Ivan Provedel is set to retain his place, with Mario Gila returning to partner Alessio Romagnoli in defense. Samuel Gigot remains sidelined, while Patric is a doubt due to a minor injury.
Manuel Lazzari and Nuno Tavares are expected to resume their roles as full-backs for Lazio, providing defensive solidity and attacking threat. In midfield, Nicolo Rovella and Matteo Guendouzi will form a double pivot to control the center of the park. Gustav Isaksen, Boulaye Dia, and Mattia Zaccagni will support Taty Castellanos in attack, with the latter making a quick return from injury.
Lazio Probable Lineup (4-2-3-1): Provedel; Lazzari, Gila, Romagnoli, Tavares; Guendouzi, Rovella; Isaksen, Dia, Zaccagni; Castellanos
As Torino and Lazio prepare to face off in what promises to be an intriguing Serie A encounter, both teams will be eager to secure a positive result. With key players returning from injury and suspension, the stage is set for an exciting showdown at the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino. Stay tuned for live updates and analysis of the match as it unfolds.
