Match Overview

The Serie A Matchday 1 encounter between Como and Lazio is scheduled for August 24, 2025, at the historic Giuseppe Sinigaglia Stadium. This detailed preview provides an analytical look at the teams, their current form, and crucial statistics ahead of the new season.

Como

Team’s Serie A Return and Strong Finish

Last season marked only the second time in the 21st century that Como participated in Serie A. The team ultimately concluded the championship in tenth place, accumulating 49 points – a finish only surpassed three times in the club’s history within Italy’s elite division. Notably, Como showcased a powerful close to the season, securing 6 victories and 1 draw in their final eight fixtures. Over the summer, Como engaged in five friendly matches, winning four and experiencing a single defeat against Barcelona.

Off-Season Player Movements

During the recent transfer window, the club strengthened its roster with the acquisition of midfielder Martin Baturina, alongside forwards Nicolas-Gerrit Kühn, Jesús Rodríguez, and Álvaro Morata, who arrived on loan from Milan. Among the significant departures is forward Gabriel Strefezza.

Key Home Performance Metrics

• The team avoided defeat in 6 of their last 7 home Serie A matches (4 wins, 2 draws).
• Both competing teams scored in 8 of the club’s previous 11 home league encounters.
• Como netted exactly 1 or 2 goals in 7 of their last 9 home Serie A fixtures.

Como’s Provisional Starting XI (4-5-1)

Jean Botué – Mergim Vojvoda, Marc-Oliver Kempf, Ignace Van der Brempt, Álex Valle – Jesús Rodríguez, Martin Baturina, Máximo Perrone, Nico Paz, Assane Diao – Álvaro Morata.

Forward Nicolas-Gerrit Kühn is unavailable for selection due to an injury.

Lazio

Disappointing Previous Season and Offensive Prowess

The previous championship proved to be a letdown for Lazio, as they finished in seventh place with 65 points, consequently missing out on European competition. Despite being a strong contender for a Champions League spot, Lazio’s season concluded poorly, as they managed only two points from their final three matches. Nevertheless, the Roman side demonstrated considerable attacking quality throughout the last campaign, with their 61 goals scored being surpassed by only two other clubs. In the pre-season, the team played five friendly matches, achieving three victories (1 draw, 1 defeat).

Transfer Market Overview and Coaching Leadership

During the summer transfer window, the club sold forward Lum Chiauna but did not make any new signings. Maurizio Sarri is set to guide the Roman team in the upcoming season.

Important Away Game Statistics

• The team scored precisely 1 or 2 goals in 6 of their last 8 away Serie A matches.
• The club did not concede more than one goal in 7 of their previous 9 away league fixtures.
• Exactly one goal was scored in the first half in 6 of Lazio’s last 8 away Serie A matches.

Lazio’s Provisional Starting XI (4-3-3)

Ivan Provedel – Adam Marušić, Mario Gila, Oliver Provstgaard, Nuno Tavares – Mattéo Guendouzi, Nicolò Rovella, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru – Matteo Cancellieri, Valentín Castellanos, Mattia Zaccagni.

Forward Gustav Isaksen will miss the match due to a minor injury. Defender Alessio Romagnoli is suspended.

Match Official

Referee Profile: Gianluca Manganiello

Gianluca Manganiello (Italy)

• Matches officiated – 17 (Serie A, 2024/25 season);
• Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 53;
• Average yellow cards per match – 3.1;
• Red cards shown – 3;
• Average fouls per match – 26;
• Penalties awarded – 24%.

Como vs Lazio: Final Match Prediction

Como’s Home Scoring Patterns

Cesc Fàbregas’s squad demonstrated confidence in their home fixtures last season, yet their attacking output was not consistently high. While Como frequently found the back of the net, they typically limited themselves to just one goal. This trend was evident in 7 of their last 9 home Serie A matches. Furthermore, during this stretch, the club faced opponents from the top-8 of the league standings on five occasions, failing to score more than once in four of those encounters.

Lazio’s Defensive Solidity on the Road

Lazio often secured favorable results in their away matches towards the close of the previous championship, suffering only one defeat in their last nine away Serie A games (comprising 6 wins and 2 draws). The foundation of their success was a robust defensive display: within this period, the club allowed opponents to score more than one goal in only two matches, and remarkably kept five clean sheets. Additionally, in their last season’s away fixture against Como, Lazio conceded just a single goal.

Expert Betting Outlook

I anticipate that Lazio will deliver a disciplined defensive performance, effectively limiting their opponents and preventing them from scoring more than one goal. My prediction for this match is: Como Total Goals Under 1.5.