Serie A Match Preview : Lazio vs Empoli

Both sides goes into this fixture with something to aim for. Lazio is looking for the UEFA Cup spot, while Empoli will want to stay away from the relegation zone as they are just only 4 points away from the danger zone.

Lazio however will start as favourites here as they will have home grounds advantage and on top of that have only been beaten just once at home all season. They have won 8 times and drawn 6 at home. Last weekend they managed a 2-0 home win over Sampdoria and are now same points with Chievo As Lazio will faced the Serie A leaders Juventus next week, they will have to ensure that they are able to get the win here.

The recent form of Empoli was good, where since after the defeat to A.C Milan, they have won three straight matches in a row now beating the likes of Chievo, Reggina and Livorno.

But looking at their away form, though they did beat Reggina, they however were beaten by A.C Milan 3-0 and also by A.S Roma 1-0. Both sides are in the top 5 and it will be a tough task for Empoli to pull a draw here as Lazio will want to get maximum points here.

To make things worse for the visitors, they have lost a total of 11 times away from home and also one the worst defence with 30 conceded on their travels.

Take Lazio to win this match and give the 3/4 ball away here.