Lazio are set for their home debut in this season’s Europa League as they prepare to face Ligue 1 side Nice on Thursday afternoon. After an impressive 3-0 away victory against Dynamo Kyiv in Hamburg, the Biancocelesti aim to maintain their position atop the group standings while continuing their strong form from Serie A.
Baroni is expected to make several changes to the lineup that defeated Torino in their recent Serie A match. In goal, Mandas is likely to start, although there’s still a possibility that Provedel could retain his place. The defense is set to feature Marusic and Pellegrini as fullbacks, with Gila and Patric favored to form the central defensive partnership ahead of Romagnoli.
In midfield, Vecino is expected to replace Rovella alongside Guendouzi. The attack will see significant rotation, with Tchaouna on the right, Dele Bashiru continuing in the attacking midfield role, and Pedro on the left wing. Up front, there’s likely to be a change, with Castellanos favored to start ahead of Dia.
Lazio (4-2-3-1): Mandas; Marusic, Patric, Gila, Pellegrini; Guendouzi, Vecino; Tchaouna, Dele-Bashiru, Pedro; Castellanos. Manager: Baroni.
Nice (3-4-3): Bulka; Ndayishimiye, Bombito, Dante; Clauss, Boudaoui, Rosario, Abdi; Boga, Moukoko, Guessand. Manager: Haise.
