Lazio vs Bologna Prediction & Betting Tips (7 December)

Banned from recruitment during the off-season, Lazio still hopes to get involved in the fight for European folding seats in this 2025/2026 financial year. The Biancocelesti are currently 8th in Serie A and are 6 points behind 6th place. After a sluggish start to the championship, they found the right fuel by lining up 6 matches without a setback, 3 victories and 3 draws. Subsequently, Maurizio Sarri's men lost at Inter 2-0 and AC Milan last weekend 1-0. Between these two setbacks, they dominated Lecce at home 2-0.

Now considered a serious contender for the top places, Bologna now occupies 6th place in Serie A with 3 points out of the Top 4. Beaten in the lair of AC Milan in mid-September 1-0, the Rossoblu then went on to play 9 matches without a loss in the league, 6 wins and 3 draws. On the other hand, they put an end to their superb dynamic by being surprised, at home, by Cremonese last weekend 1-3. 

The head-to-head history between these two sides suggests a balanced contest, with Lazio traditionally enjoying home advantage but Bologna proving increasingly difficult to break down. Lazio’s recent struggles in front of goal, combined with Bologna’s defensive solidity, point toward a cagey affair. Both teams have been involved in matches with limited scoring margins over the past weeks, and the tactical battle between Sarri’s possession-based approach and Motta’s compact pressing system could determine the flow of the game. News from Bologna’s camp indicates that their squad rotation has been carefully managed to keep players fresh, while Lazio continue to rely heavily on Ciro Immobile’s leadership despite his reduced scoring output compared to previous seasons. This sets the stage for a tense encounter where neither side is likely to dominate outright.

Taking all these factors into account, the most realistic expectation is a tightly contested draw. Lazio’s home advantage may help them avoid defeat, but Bologna’s current form and confidence should be enough to secure at least a point. Both teams have shown in recent matches that they can score but often struggle to kill off games, which aligns with the statistical trends pointing toward a low-scoring outcome. Therefore, the correct score prediction for this Serie A clash is 1-1, a result that reflects the balance of strengths and weaknesses on both sides and underlines the competitive nature of this fixture.

• Summary: Lazio is going head to head with Bologna starting on 7 Dec 2025 at 17:00 UTC at Stadio Olimpico stadium, Rome city, Italy. The match is a part of the Serie A .
• Lazio Feedinco Rating: 6.89
• Bologna Feedinco Rating: 6.86