Bayern Munich continue their charge toward a second title in five years when they visit Lazio for the first leg of their Round-of-16 tie in the 2023-24 UEFA Champions League on Wednesday. Bayern Munich, who recorded five wins and a draw in the group stage, won their sixth Champions League crown when they edged PSG 1-0 in 2020. Lazio went 3-1-2 during group play to reach the knockout rounds for the third time in their history and first since 2021, when they lost to Bayern at this juncture.

Kickoff at Stadio Olimpico is set for 3 p.m. ET. Bayern are -145 favorites (risk $145 to win $100) in the latest Bayern Munich vs. Lazio odds, while Lazio are +425 underdogs. A 90-minute draw is priced at +290 and the over/under for total goals scored is 2.5. (For more soccer coverage, click here.)

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Sutton knows that after edging Manchester United 4-3 in their group-stage opener, Bayern Munich allowed a total of three goals over their final five matches. Harry Kane is among the leading scorers in the Champions League as he is tied for fifth with four tallies. The 30-year-old striker, who produced three of his goals in back-to-back victories against Galatasaray, also shares third place in the competition with three assists.

The expert also is aware that Lazio's top scorer in the group stage of the Champions League is captain Ciro Immobile, who netted the lone tally in a 1-0 victory against Feyenoord and recorded a brace in a 2-0 triumph over Celtic. The 33-year-old striker also leads the club with six goals during Serie A play, including one in Saturday's 3-1 win versus Cagliari. Three other players have combined for four tallies in the UCL, with Spanish winger Pedro registering half of them.

Now, Sutton has taken an in-depth look at the Bayern Munich vs. Lazio showdown and has locked in a CONFIDENT best bet, while also offering a full breakdown of this UEFA Champions League match! You ABSOLUTELY need to see his pick and analysis before making any selections of your own.

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