Analysis Of Lazio's Europa League Opponents

Lazio have discovered their group opponents for the 2024/25 Europa League. The Biancoceleste will compete against Porto, Ajax, Real Sociedad, Braga, Ludogorets, Dynamo Kyiv, Nice, and Twente.

Lazionews.eu release an evaluation of Lazio's Europa League Opponents:

- Porto (5/5): A solid, well-equipped team accustomed to playing at the highest level. Facing Porto at home in the Olimpico is fortunate for Lazio, as their stadium, the Do Dragao, is a formidable fortress. With many talented young players, this match will feel like a Champions League encounter.

- Real Sociedad (5/5): A tough and complex opponent, Real Sociedad troubled Inter in last season's Champions League. Despite some changes since then, the Spaniards remain a strong team, and home advantage could be crucial for Lazio.

- Ajax (4/5): While no longer the dominant force they once were in the Champions League, Ajax remains strong with good individual talent, though they lack consistency and have some vulnerabilities. Lazio could capitalize on these weaknesses, though playing away will still be challenging.

- Braga (3.5/4): A tricky but beatable team. Braga is inconsistent and lacks the experience of the stronger opponents in the group, putting them on par with Lazio.

- Dynamo Kyiv (3/4): The Ukrainians play a basic but highly physical game and have a few standout players. However, overall, they are considered inferior to Lazio.

- Nice (3/4): The French side could be a dark horse in the group, but they shouldn't pose an insurmountable challenge, especially at the Olimpico. Their speed and technique require careful handling.

- Ludogorets (2.5/4): Lazio should have no fear of Ludogorets at the Olimpico. While the Bulgarian side can be challenging, a team like Lazio, aiming to qualify, must defeat such opponents.

- Twente (2/4): The "Cinderella" of the group. Even though Lazio will play them away, with the right mindset and approach, this match should result in a mandatory three points for the Biancoceleste.