Baroni: "We’ve Come A Long Way Playing Good Football. From Today Forward, Every Match Is A Final. We've Proven We Belong In Europe, And Now We Fight To Earn That Right Again.”

Lazio responded to their recent European heartbreak with a statement performance in Serie A, overcoming Genoa in a crucial fixture that reignited their push for a Champions League spot. Just days after a painful elimination on home soil, where the Biancoceleste’s continental journey ended in dramatic fashion, the team returned to the pitch determined to shift their focus back to domestic success.

The match at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris was seen as a pivotal moment for Marco Baroni's men, not only to recover mentally from the Europa League blow but also to collect points in a tight top-four race. Lazio rose to the challenge, defeating a Genoa side known for boasting one of the most solid defenses in Europe.

Speaking to DAZN after the match, Baroni praised his squad’s resilience and determination:

“With Taty back, we're stronger—just as all our returning players are key to how we play. I never dwell on those who are missing because it would take away from those who are here. Taty and Dia both scored important goals, and the team executed exactly what we had prepared. This was a tough match against a side with great intensity, so full credit to the lads.”

Reflecting on the midweek disappointment in Europe, Baroni emphasized that the team remains focused on the league:

“We never set the championship aside. The disappointment is still fresh, but it must be a foundation we build upon. From today forward, every match is a final. We've proven we belong in Europe, and now we fight to earn that right again.”

Baroni also addressed the red card shown to young substitute Reda Belahyane, who was dismissed shortly after coming on:

“We won’t place blame on Reda. He knew he made a mistake, but he’s young and these are moments he’ll grow from. The team held firm despite the situation, and the players showed great maturity and character.”

As rumors about his own future swirl, Baroni remained grounded, focusing entirely on the team:

“I’m fully committed to the group and our shared journey. We’ve come a long way playing good football. Now we look ahead to the next match, which will be another challenge. We’ll use this short week to recover and prepare.”

With this victory, Lazio not only closed the gap to the top four but also sent a clear signal—they are not letting go of their Champions League dream without a fight.