The Coppa Italia quarter-finals are heating up as two exciting matches are set to take the stage later this February, drawing considerable attention from football fans and bettors alike. On February 25 at San Siro, Inter will battle Lazio at 21:00, followed by Juventus facing Empoli at the Allianz Stadium on February 26, also at 21:00. With the stakes high, the betting markets reflect strong predictions for both Inter and Juventus to advance.
Inter, led by manager Simone Inzaghi, recently reclaimed the top spot of Serie A and looks to carry this momentum forward. Despite the expected changes to the lineup as they also prepare for a key clash against Napoli, the odds show Inter firmly favored at 1.57 against Lazio, with draws at 4.35 and Lazio's victory at 5.50 according to Betaland. The odds for Inter advancing to the semifinals stand strongly at 1.30, compared to Lazio's 3.20.
While Inter is positioned as the favorite, there are speculations about possible rotations within their squad. Forwards Marko Arnautovic and Mehdi Taremi might step up, alongside Lazio's attacking talents like Pedro. Betaland has made the Over 2.5 goal option at 1.68 appealing, against the 2.06 for Under 2.5, anticipating potentially high-scoring action.
Meanwhile, recent odds have placed both Inter and Juventus as tied favorites for the overall Coppa Italia win at 3.00, with Milan at 5.00 and Bologna at 7.50. Lesser odds for Lazio and Empoli reflect their longer shot at the trophy, with odds at 12.00 and 50.00, respectively. If Inter and Juventus win their respective matches, fans could look forward to yet another Milan derby showdown.
On the other side, Juventus enters their match against the surprising Empoli after solidifying their form with recent wins, including their triumph over Cagliari. The opinion is clear among bookmakers showing Juventus as heavy favorites at 1.30, with their passing odds at considerably lower than Empoli’s at 12.00. Empoli, which recently shocked Fiorentina to reach this stage, remains desperate for success after struggling significantly in league play recently.
Coach Thiago Motta’s Juventus aims for their 16th Coppa Italia title, seeking to bounce back after their elimination from the UEFA Champions League against PSV Eindhoven. They recognize the importance of this national trophy, especially coming after hard-fought victories.
The current odds for the upcoming showdown depict Juventus as not only favorites but also as the team expected to dominate goal-scoring. Bookmakers are likely to see high action on overs for Juventus, with Juventus being backed by stronger stats, including 4 Overs out of their last 6 matches. Being on the wrong end of results against Juventus before does not bode well for Empoli, whose defense has shown cracks, prompting serious questions about their resilience.
For this Coppa Italia encounter, the betting scene revolves around potential outcomes, including notable goal scorer bets on players such as Dusan Vlahovic, predicted to thrive with odds at 2.00 for scoring. The matchup dynamics and contrasted odds for each side significantly amplify the intrigue as fans gear up for these competition-crucial games.
The intersection between competitive spirits and betting stakes, swift team dynamics and changing conditions, brings additional layers to this year's Coppa Italia. Both sets of quarter-final matches will have ripple effects across clubs, influencing not only their tournament paths but the overall vibe of Serie A as teams position themselves during this exciting phase of the season.