In their second match of the season, Lazio clinched their second victory, once again thanks to Davide Frattesi. The team was dominant against Genoa, securing a 1-0 win and building on their narrow triumph over Bologna, which also ended with the same scoreline, again with Frattesi as the hero.
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With maximum points secured, Gattuso’s squad maintained a clean sheet in their first two matches. In contrast, Genoa faced their second consecutive loss without scoring a goal, showcasing significant struggles on the field.
😍 Frattesi Continues to Shine: Record Goal for Lazio
The match was decided by Frattesi’s goal in the 24th minute, featuring his signature play: a powerful advance by Nuno Tavares followed by Frattesi’s perfectly-timed run. Assisted by Bijlow, Frattesi struck with a left-footed shot that slipped under the Genoa goalkeeper, sealing the victory.
It was the first time since 2004 that a Lazio midfielder scored in the team’s opening two matches of the season.
🤯 End-of-Match Incident: Zaccagni and Amorim Clash
Emotions flared near the end of the match as Zaccagni and Amorim nearly engaged in a physical altercation. The Lazio captain, visibly upset, was shown a yellow card during the scuffle. Instead of de-escalating, Zaccagni continued to confront Amorim, even placing his hands around Amorim’s neck, which went unpunished by the officials.
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