[Serie A] Lazio - Genoa = 0 - 1

In another unfortunate turn of events for Lazio, they suffered yet another defeat, this time at their home ground, losing 0-1 to Genoa. The game was played in front of their devoted fans, who were left humiliated by the outcome. This loss marks Lazio's second consecutive defeat in the opening fixtures of the Italian League Serie A 2023/24 season. As a result of this defeat, Lazio now sits at the bottom side of the league standings. The fans who had gathered at Rome's Stadio Olimpico were seen expressing their disappointment, as they booed both the players and officials.

In the 16th minute of the game, Retegui's single-minded determination paid off as he capitalized on Provedel's insufficient clearance, skillfully using his head to score the first goal of the league. During the second half, Genoa was focused on defending their lead and managed to achieve their goal, earning three crucial points and securing their first victory in the championship. Despite having 70% of ball possession, Sarri's team was unable to find an opening and equalize the score.

Lazio (4-3-3): Provedel 5.5; Lazzari 6, Casale 5.5, Romagnoli 5, Marusic 5 (66' Pellegrini 6); Kamada 5 (66' Vecino 5.5), Cataldi 5 (79' Castellanos 5.5), Luis Alberto 6; Felipe Anderson 5.5 (67' Isaksen 5.5), Immobile 5.5, Zaccagni 5.5

Bench: Sepe, Adamonis, Furlanetto, Hysaj, Gila, Patric, Basic, Rovella, Fernandes

Coach: Sarri 5

Goalscorer: 16' Retegui (G)

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