Lazio had a disappointing run of results in January but the former Italian champions have repaired the damage and are back on track. With 45 points from 25 matches, Edy Reja's side find themselves in fourth spot in the Serie A standings and are well on course to finishing in the Europa League at least.
Last weekend the Aquile defeated relegation-threatened Brescia 2-0 away to stretch their unbeaten run in the league to four matches. It followed draws with Milan and Chievo and victory over Fiorentina.
Lazio be confident of defeating Bari this weekend as the visitors are languishing at the foot of the table and they themselves have lost just twice at home in the league all season.
Even A Miracle Wouldn't Be Enough
Bari are as good as relegated from Serie A. The Galletti are rooted to the foot of the table and have amassed a mere 15 points from 25 encounters, nine fewer than Lecce, who are 17th and a place above the relegation zone.
Last weekend Bari were held to a goalless draw by Genoa at home, bringing to an end their wretched run of seven competitive defeats in a row. It also saw Bortolo Mutti's side gain their first point at home in the new year.
Winning in Rome for Bari would require a miracle as they have won one and lost nine of their 12 away games in Serie A this season.
TEAM NEWS
Lazio
Lichtsteiner, Rocchi, Diakitè and Mauri are out injured for the Aquile.
Bari
Barreto, Salvatore Masiello, Kutuzov and Belmonte will miss the trip to Rome because of injuries.
Prediction
Lazio have a strong record at home this season and will comfortably get past the challenge of relegation candidates Bari.
Lazio 2-0 Bari 
