Lazio have it all to do if they are to qualify for the semi-finals of the Europa League as they prepare to take on Bodo/Glimt in the second leg of their quarter-final tie with the Norwegian side.
Bodo/Glimt pulled off a stunning 2-0 win over the Italians in the first leg last week and need to just keep the hosts at bay this time around to continue their historic run in the competition.
As part of this week's round of Europa League betting tips, check out our Lazio vs Bodo/Glimt prediction below.
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Lazio vs Bodo/Glimt prediction: The visitors to do what's needed
Key Stats
- Bodo/Glimt have won their last five competitive matches.
- Lazio have won just one of their last seven matches.
- More than two goals have been scored in seven of Bodo/Glimt's last nine matches.
Correct score prediction: Lazio 2-2 Bodo/Glimt
Given how the match is set up, we should be in for plenty of goals on Thursday night but unfortunately for the hosts, they are unlikely to be all scored by them. Lazio have been in miserable form for a couple of months now while Bodo/Glimt have made a lightning start to their new season.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Great value on an away win
- HOME: 2/5 (1.40) – 71.4%
- DRAW: 19/5 (4.80) – 20.8%
- AWAY: 6/1 (7.00) – 14.3%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
The Lazio vs Bodo/Glimt odds indicate that Lazio are the favourites to win this match, which is music to our ears as it only increases the value on a Bodo/Glimt victory or draw. Ladbrokes have given the home team a 71.4% chance of winning on Thursday while Bodo/Glimt have been given just a 14.3% chance of completing the double of the Italians.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: A second meeting in a week
Last week marked the first time that Bodo/Glimt and Lazio had ever played in a competitive fixture and now they meet for a second time. The Norweigan side will be hoping that the second match goes as well as the first.
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Bodo/Glimt
Lazio
Lazio preview: All or nothing
Somehow, Lazio are in a position where this game will determine whether their season can still be a success or not. Their patchy form in recent months has seen them go from being in contention for the title to now being massive outsiders for finishing inside the top four. If they continue to slide down Serie A, then winning the Europa League could be their only route back into Europe next season.
Predicted lineup: Mandas (GK), Marusic, Gila, Romagnoli, Hysaj, Rovella, Guendouzi, Isaksen, Pedro, Zaccagni, Castellanos
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W
Bodo/Glimt
1
Lazio
3
Italy Serie A 13/04/25
D
Roma
1
Lazio
1
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L
Bodo/Glimt
2
Lazio
0
Italy Serie A 06/04/25
W
Atalanta
0
Lazio
1
Italy Serie A 31/03/25
D
Torino
1
Lazio
1
Bodo/Glimt preview: A sensational start to their campaign
The Norwegian domestic season has only just begun, but things are going well already for Bodo/Glimt as they have won both of their opening matches. Those two wins coupled with the victory in Rome last week and an 8-0 Win in the cup means that the Norwegian side has forgotten what losing feels like. They will be hoping they don't come crashing back down to earth on Thursday.
Predicted lineup: Haikin (GK), Sjovold, Bjortuft, Gundersen, Bjorkan, Berg, Evjen, Saltnes, Blomberg, Hogh, Hauge
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L
Lazio
3
Bodo/Glimt
1
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W
Lazio
0
Bodo/Glimt
2
Norway Eliteserien 05/04/25
W
Ham-Kam
0
Bodo/Glimt
3
Norway Eliteserien 30/03/25
W
Bryne
0
Bodo/Glimt
1
Norway Cup 26/03/25
W
Innstranden
0
Bodo/Glimt
8
Player to watch: Pedro
If Lazio are to flip this tie on its head and progress to the semi-finals then you feel that they are going to need a big performance from Pedro. The former Barcelona winger has been involved in countless big European nights over the years, and the chance to play in another at the age of 37 won’t be lost on him. Pedro is Lazio’s top scorer in the Europa League this season with four goals.