12 January 2019 at 14:00
Match Summary
Lazio defeated Novara 4:1. The match was played in Coppa Italia 2018. Goals were scored by Luis Alberto 12′, C. Immobile 20′, C. Immobile 35′, S. Milinković-Savić 45′, U. Eusepi 49′ (pen.). Lazio had 70% possession while Novara held 30%. Lazio had 20 shots (11 on target) compared to 8 (3 on target) for Novara. Lazio made 3 substitutions, Novara made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Lazio and Novara — 5 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
assist: C. Immobile
assist: J. Lukaku
Penalty
Match Statistics
Lazio had 70% possession against Novara's 30%. Lazio registered 20 shots (11 on target) while Novara managed 8 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 6–1. Fouls committed: 9–9.
Lineups
Lazio lined up in a 3-5-2 formation under S. Inzaghi, while Novara deployed a 4-3-1-2 under W. Viali.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Lazio is 6.73, compared to — for Novara. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Lazio's highest-rated starter is A. Marušić (6.73), while Novara's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Lazio deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Novara's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Lazio field 3 midfielders averaging 6.73, versus Novara's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Lazio start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Novara averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 82% for Lazio and —% for Novara. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Age & Experience
The average age of Lazio's starting XI is 33.0 (youngest: A. Marušić (33), oldest: A. Marušić (33)), while Novara average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Lazio's starters average 4 league appearances each, versus 0 for Novara. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: S. Inzaghi
Substitutes
Coach: W. Viali
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Lazio have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Novara show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Lazio vs Novara Head to Head Results
Lazio and Novara have met 2 times — Lazio won 1, Novara won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (4 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2012.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
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