The Serie A Round 23 fixture between Lazio vs Genoa will take place at the iconic Stadio Olimpico in Rome, with kick-off scheduled for 01:15 AM (IST) on Saturday, 31 January 2026.
Lazio enter this contest looking to stabilize their season after an inconsistent run, while Genoa arrive full of confidence following a solid unbeaten streak. With cool winter conditions (9°C) expected, this matchup could be more tactical than explosive—but recent head-to-head history heavily favors the hosts.
Match Overview – Lazio vs Genoa
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Lazio vs Genoa |
| Competition | Serie A |
| Round | Round 23 |
| Date & Kick-Off | Saturday, 31 January 2026 – 01:15 AM (IST) |
| Venue | Stadio Olimpico |
| Location | Rome, Italy |
| Capacity | 68,530 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Weather | 9°C – Cool |
Match Insight: Lazio have won all of the last five meetings against Genoa, keeping clean sheets in each of those victories.
Season So Far Comparison – Lazio vs Genoa
| Metric | Lazio | Genoa |
|---|---|---|
| League Position | 9th | 13th |
| Points | 29 | 23 |
| Games Played | 22 | 22 |
| Wins | 7 | 5 |
| Draws | 8 | 8 |
| Losses | 7 | 9 |
| Goal Difference | +2 | -6 |
| Recent Form (Last 5) | D–L–W–D–L | W–D–W–D–D |
Recent Form Guide – Lazio vs Genoa
Lazio – Last 5 Serie A Matches
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 24/01 | Lecce (A) | D 0–0 |
| 19/01 | Como (H) | L 0–3 |
| 11/01 | Hellas Verona (A) | W 1–0 |
| 07/01 | Fiorentina (H) | D 2–2 |
| 04/01 | Napoli (H) | L 0–2 |
Genoa – Last 5 Serie A Matches
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 25/01 | Bologna (H) | W 3–2 |
| 18/01 | Parma (A) | D 0–0 |
| 12/01 | Cagliari (H) | W 3–0 |
| 08/01 | Milan (A) | D 1–1 |
| 03/01 | Pisa (H) | D 1–1 |
Head-to-Head – Lazio vs Genoa (Last 5 Meetings)
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Sept 2025 | Genoa | 0–3 | Lazio | Serie A |
| 23 Apr 2025 | Genoa | 0–2 | Lazio | Coppa Italia |
| 27 Oct 2024 | Lazio | 3–0 | Genoa | Serie A |
| 19 Apr 2024 | Genoa | 0–1 | Lazio | Serie A |
| 05 Dec 2023 | Lazio | 1–0 | Genoa | Coppa Italia |
Match Insight: Lazio have scored 10 goals and conceded none in their last five encounters with Genoa.
Top Scorers to Watch
- Lazio: Mattia Zaccagni – 3 goals (19 matches)
- Genoa: Lorenzo Colombo – 5 goals, 1 assist (22 matches)
Zaccagni remains Lazio’s most dangerous wide threat, while Colombo is Genoa’s primary goal outlet in transition.
Predicted Lineups – Lazio vs Genoa
Lazio (4-3-3)
Ivan Provedel – Adam Marusic, Mario Gila, Alessio Romagnoli, Luca Pellegrini – Kenneth Taylor, Danilo Cataldi, Matías Vecino – Gustav Isaksen, Tijjani Noslin, Mattia Zaccagni
Genoa (3-5-2)
Justin Bijlow – Alessandro Marcandalli, Leo Østigård, Johan Vásquez – Brooke Norton-Cuffy, Ruslan Malinovskyi, Morten Frendrup, Mikael Ellertsson, Aarón Martín – Vitinha, Lorenzo Colombo
Unavailable Players
| Team | Players Out |
|---|---|
| Lazio | Patric, Samuel Gigot, Nicolò Rovella |
| Genoa | Benjamin Siegrist, Tommaso Baldanzi, Albert Grønbæk |
Statistical Projection – Lazio vs Genoa
| Metric | Lazio | Genoa |
|---|---|---|
| Win Probability | 45% | 25% |
| Draw Probability | 30% | — |
| Expected Possession | 52–56% | 44–48% |
| Shots on Target | 4–6 | 3–4 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.4–1.8 | 0.9–1.2 |
| Clean Sheet Probability | 28% | 18% |
| Most Likely Scorer | Zaccagni | Colombo |
✅ Final Score Prediction
Lazio 2–1 Genoa
Likely Scorers
- Mattia Zaccagni
- Tijjani Noslin
- Lorenzo Colombo
Lazio’s strong home advantage and dominant head-to-head record give them the edge, but Genoa’s recent consistency suggests they will remain competitive throughout.
Confidence Levels
- Lazio Win: 45%
- Draw: 30%
- Genoa Win: 25%
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Suggested Tips (Informational Only)
- Lazio Draw No Bet
- Under 3.5 Total Goals
- Both Teams to Score: Yes
- Anytime Scorer: Mattia Zaccagni
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FAQs – Lazio vs Genoa
1.What time is Lazio vs Genoa?
Kick-off is at 01:15 AM (IST) on Saturday, 31 January 2026.
2.Where is the match being played?
At Stadio Olimpico, Rome, Italy.
3.Who are the key players to watch?
Mattia Zaccagni for Lazio and Lorenzo Colombo for Genoa.
4.What is the predicted score?
A 2–1 home win for Lazio.