On Sunday 23 August 2026, Bologna play Lazio in Serie A. Our model likes 3 bets here. The one it likes most is Bologna vs Lazio: Over 4.5 Total Corners, priced at -2500 when we wrote this. Here is the thinking behind each pick, in plain English.
Bologna vs Lazio: Over 4.5 Total Corners (-2500)
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As Bologna prepares to host Lazio, the stage is set for a match that could see plenty of corner kicks. Both teams have shown a penchant for attacking play, averaging 10.8 shots and 10.2 shots respectively in their last five outings. Bologna, despite a mixed home record, has managed to rack up 12.2 shots per game at home, indicating that their offensive intent is strong. Lazio's away form has also been solid, averaging 11.4 fouls and 2.2 corners per game, which typically leads to more set-piece opportunities. Given that both squads have a history of tight encounters, with recent matchups yielding corners in excess of 5, betting on over 4.5 corners seems not just reasonable, but likely. With both teams pushing for a vital win, expect the corner flags to be busy on Monday night.
Bologna vs Lazio: Lazio +2.5 Goal Handicap (-3333)
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As Bologna prepares to host Lazio, the historical trends and recent performances strongly favor the visitors. While both teams have averaged a score of 1.4 in their last five outings, Lazio's away form has been notably sharper, with a solid 3-0-2 record in their last five away games. They’ve shown a knack for finding the net, averaging 1.2 goals away while limiting opponents to just 0.8. Bologna has struggled at home, mustering only a 2-2-1 record recently, and their scoring at home has lagged, averaging just one goal per match. When you consider Lazio’s consistent ability to capitalize on defensive lapses—evident in their past clashes against Bologna—it's clear they hold the upper hand. Betting on Lazio to cover the 2.5 handicap seems wise, as their attacking edge and Bologna's defensive vulnerabilities could see the visitors comfortably take the win.
Bologna vs Lazio: Over 5.5 Total Corners (-909)
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As Bologna prepares to host Lazio, all signs point to a corner count that should comfortably exceed 5.5. Both teams have been creating plenty of offensive opportunities, averaging around 10 shots each in their last five outings. Bologna's home games have seen an average of 12.2 shots, with 1.4 corners per match. Meanwhile, Lazio, despite their recent form, has been equally active on the road, registering 2.2 corners per away game. Historically, these encounters have produced corner kicks in abundance, reflecting the attacking nature of both squads. With Bologna’s home record showing a tendency for open play and Lazio’s resilience, it’s reasonable to expect the corners to flow. The recent trend of averaging around 6 corners in their matchups further solidifies the case for the over in this matchup. Simply put, expect a lively game with plenty of action in the corners!
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