Yahoo Sports Braga vs Lazio | Europa League Preview | Where to Watch, Form Guide, Insights, Lineups
Lazio will be looking to end their superb Europa League group-stage campaign on a high when they travel to Portugal for a meeting against Braga.
Braga vs Lazio Kick-Off Time, Location & Where to Watch
The Europa League clash between Ajax and Lazio kicks off at 21:00 CET on Thursday 30th January. The encounter will take place at the Estádio Municipal de Braga in Portugal.
To find out how to watch Braga vs Lazio in your respective country, check out this verified list of international TV listings.
Braga Form Guide: Recent Results & Table Position
Braga currently sit fourth in the Portuguese table behind the traditional gigantic trio of Sporting CP, Benfica and Porto, so they could be considered the best of the rest. However, the ‘Arsenalists’ have been enduring rough times in Europe this season, as they find themselves in a mediocre 27th place in the Europa League table.
The Braguistas have only collected seven points in as many fixtures, registering two wins, a draw and four defeats. Hence. the Portuguese will be desperate for a victory that may or may not be sufficient to break into the Top 24, as it also hinges on other results.
Lazio Form Guide: Recent Results & Table Position
While their opponents are faced with European elimination, Lazio can sit comfortably on their perch, knowing they have already secured a direct route to the Round of 16.
Marco Baroni’s men have encountered some difficulties on the domestic stage as of late, with their latest setback coming in the shape of a defeat to Fiorentina. Nevertheless, their continental outings have been almost flawless.
Lazio are currently on top of the table, and will likely maintain their spot regardless of the result thanks to a 3-point edge over their closest rival and a solid goal difference. Nevertheless, the Aquile will want to return home with a positive result, even if merely for the bragging rights.
Braga vs Lazio: Match Insights
This will be the first-ever official meeting between Braga and Lazio.
Braga lost their last three encounters at home against Serie A clubs, so they’ll be hoping to halt this miserable rub.
Lazio also had their difficulties in their recent trips to Portugal, registering two wins and five defeats in their last seven outings.
Lazio will have the chance to win four straight away fixtures in Europe for the first time in their history.
Starting Lineups: Carlos Carvalhal & Marco Baroni’s Probable Selections
Braga (3-4-2-1): Matheus; Bambu, Oliveira, Niakate; Fernandes, Marques, Gorby, Martinez; Gharbi, Horta; Ouazzani.
Lazio (4-2-3-1): Mandas; Marusic, Gila, Gigot, Pellegrini; Dele-Bashiru, Guendouzi; Isaksen, Dia, Pedro; Noslin.
