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Pellegrini's Goal Propels Roma Past Nine-Man Lazio

9/22/2025

Summary

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Lorenzo Pellegrini scored in the 38th minute, leading AS Roma to a 1-0 win over Lazio, marking his first goal since January and fourth in a Rome derby.
Lazio ended the match with nine players after Matteo Guendouzi and Reda Belahyane were sent off, suffering their third loss in four matches this season.
Roma's coach Gian Piero Gasperini praised Pellegrini but noted the need for physical improvement ahead of the Europa League.
Lazio struggled offensively, with Danilo Cataldi hitting the post in stoppage time, while Roma's defense held firm.
This victory moved Roma to fourth in Serie A, increasing pressure on Lazio's coach Maurizio Sarri, whose team sits in 14th place.

History

Historical Context

The 2001 Serie A season was pivotal for AS Roma, as they secured their third league title with 75 points, outpacing rivals Lazio, who finished with 61 points. This victory intensified the historic rivalry known as the Rome derby, which has shaped team dynamics and coaching pressures, particularly for Lazio's Maurizio Sarri amid ongoing performance challenges. The derby's competitive nature continues to resonate in Italian football.

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Story summary

Lorenzo Pellegrini scored in the 38th minute, leading AS Roma to a 1-0 win over Lazio, marking his first goal since January and fourth in a Rome derby.
Lazio ended the match with nine players after Matteo Guendouzi and Reda Belahyane were sent off, suffering their third loss in four matches this season.
Roma's coach Gian Piero Gasperini praised Pellegrini but noted the need for physical improvement ahead of the Europa League.
Lazio struggled offensively, with Danilo Cataldi hitting the post in stoppage time, while Roma's defense held firm.
This victory moved Roma to fourth in Serie A, increasing pressure on Lazio's coach Maurizio Sarri, whose team sits in 14th place.

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