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| # | GP | W | D | L | DIFF | Goals | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 38 | 27 | 6 | 5 | +54 | 89:35 | 87 | |
| 2 | 38 | 23 | 7 | 8 | +22 | 58:36 | 76 | |
| 3 | 38 | 23 | 4 | 11 | +28 | 59:31 | 73 | |
| 4 | 38 | 20 | 11 | 7 | +36 | 65:29 | 71 | |
| 5 | 38 | 20 | 10 | 8 | +18 | 53:35 | 70 | |
| 6 | 38 | 19 | 12 | 7 | +27 | 61:34 | 69 | |
| 7 | 38 | 15 | 14 | 9 | +15 | 51:36 | 59 | |
| 8 | 38 | 16 | 8 | 14 | +3 | 49:46 | 56 | |
| 9 | 38 | 14 | 12 | 12 | +1 | 41:40 | 54 | |
| 10 | 38 | 14 | 8 | 16 | -3 | 45:48 | 50 | |
| 11 | 38 | 14 | 7 | 17 | -4 | 46:50 | 49 | |
| 12 | 38 | 12 | 9 | 17 | -19 | 44:63 | 45 | |
| 13 | 38 | 11 | 12 | 15 | -18 | 28:46 | 45 | |
| 14 | 38 | 11 | 10 | 17 | -13 | 40:53 | 43 | |
| 15 | 38 | 9 | 15 | 14 | -9 | 41:50 | 42 | |
| 16 | 38 | 10 | 11 | 17 | -10 | 41:51 | 41 | |
| 17 | 38 | 10 | 8 | 20 | -22 | 28:50 | 38 | |
| 18 | 38 | 8 | 10 | 20 | -25 | 32:57 | 34 | |
| 19 | 38 | 3 | 12 | 23 | -36 | 25:61 | 21 | |
| 20 | 38 | 2 | 12 | 24 | -45 | 26:71 | 18 |
The Stadio Renato Dall'Ara hosted a Serie A clash as Bologna welcomed Lazio in a tightly contested encounter. Both sides aimed to assert dominance early, with possession a key battleground in the opening exchanges. The atmosphere buzzed with anticipation for what promised to be a significant league fixture.
Bologna asserted a slight territorial advantage in the initial phase, enjoying a possession share of 54%. Their build-up play saw them navigate passes through their own half, aiming to penetrate Lazio's defensive lines. The Rossoblù's efforts resulted in a respectable expected goals (xG) figure of 1.35, indicating a decent offensive output. They managed to create one big chance, a testament to their attacking ambition. The team's ability to consistently move the ball into the opposition's final third, evidenced by 83 passes, showcased their intent to press forward.
The home side's attacking patterns involved a mix of shorter passing sequences and a willingness to test Lazio with crosses, though only 5 found their mark from 17 attempts. Federico Bernardeschi and Riccardo Orsolini, key figures in the Bologna attack, looked to unlock the Lazio defense. Despite the pressure and the creation of 12 key passes, Bologna struggled to convert their territorial gains and statistical advantages into clear-cut scoring opportunities, highlighting a need for greater clinical finishing in the crucial moments of the game.
Lazio, despite seeing less of the ball, presented a solid defensive structure, making it difficult for Bologna to break them down consistently. Their statistical profile indicated a more measured approach, focusing on defensive solidity and capitalizing on transitions. The Biancocelesti's backline, marshaled by Alessio Romagnoli and Mario Gila Fuentes, worked diligently to stifle Bologna's attacking forays. While not dominating possession, Lazio's players like Patric and Adam Marušić were active in their defensive duties, contributing to the team's overall resilience.
The visitors' strategy appeared to be one of patience, absorbing Bologna's pressure and looking for opportunities to counter. Although specific attacking statistics for Lazio were not detailed, the nature of the match suggested they would have sought to exploit any spaces left by Bologna's advancing players. The midfield battle, featuring talents like Kenneth Taylor and Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, was crucial in disrupting Bologna's rhythm and initiating any potential counter-attacks. Ultimately, the game remained a tight affair, with both teams demonstrating contrasting approaches to securing a positive result.
