Can a bet on a home win in this game between Lazio and Empoli pay off?

[WinJonny]

Empoli is a mid-table visitor who hasn't played poorly in their last five games, but it's risky to put too much faith in their road record. They have only scored three away goals in their last four games, which is too feeble of an offensive for Serie A, and I seriously doubt they will score against Lazio.

Verdict:

When Immobile seized the lead, Lazio had just lost two straight Serie A games—0-3 to Juventus and 1-2 to Lecce previous week!

The Ivory Coast's midfield received two yellow cards last week against Udinese, which will impact Empoli's ability to dominate in the midfield given that Jean Akpa Akpro is sidelined. It is safer to return home with a victory.

Betting tip: Home Win

 

[Julio88]

Empoli is a mid-table visitor who hasn't played poorly in their last five games, but it's risky to put too much faith in their road record. They have only scored three away goals in their last four games, which is too feeble of an offensive for Serie A, and I seriously doubt they will score against Lazio.

Verdict:

When Immobile seized the lead, Lazio had just lost two straight Serie A games—0-3 to Juventus and 1-2 to Lecce previous week!

The Ivory Coast's midfield received two yellow cards last week against Udinese, which will impact Empoli's ability to dominate in the midfield given that Jean Akpa Akpro is sidelined. It is safer to return home with a victory.

Betting tip: Home Win

I think that Lazio will prevail at the end of the match, but make no mistake, it will be a tough encounter. Empoli are stubborn customers, and have recorded a fair few scalps against big teams in the past.