Two Europa League favourites meet in Rome

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Road to the round of 32?

Lazio finished second in Group H with nine points, two points back of Apollon Limassol of Cyprus.

Sevilla topped Group J with 12 points, tied with Russian outfit Krasnodar but had a superior goal difference.

Who’s in better form?

The Eagles have won two consecutive games, most recently a 1-0 win over Empoli. Felipe Caicedo has scored two goals in his last two games heading into Thursday.

The White and Reds are winless in three games after a 2-2 tie with Eibar at home on the weekend. Pablo Machin’s side are winless in its last four games away from home.

Head-to-head?

This will be the first meeting between the two sides.

Team news?

Lazio: Jordan Lukaku and Wallace are out injured while Ciro Immobile is doubtful.

Sevilla: Nolito, Maxime Gonalons, Aleix Vidal, and Joris Gnagnon didn’t travel to Rome as they continue to be sidelined with injuries.

When, where, and how can you watch?

Kickoff is at 12:55 p.m. on Thursday afternoon at the Stadio Olimpico. The game will be streamed in Canada on DAZN with a subscription.

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