Juventus edged past a resilient Lazio, securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory at the Allianz Stadium in Turin, moving them level on points with Serie A leaders Napoli. The match was defined by a tense atmosphere and a crucial turning point when Lazio’s Mattia Zaccagni received a red card just before halftime for a second yellow card, leaving his team with ten men.
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The home side controlled possession and created several opportunities, but Lazio’s defense, bolstered by goalkeeper Ivan Provedel, held firm. Juventus struggled to find a breakthrough in the first half, despite their dominance, as Lazio employed a disciplined defensive strategy. However, the turning point came in the 43rd minute when Zaccagni’s reckless challenge on Manuel Locatelli saw him dismissed, giving Juventus a numerical advantage.
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In the second half, Juventus capitalized on their extra man, applying consistent pressure on Lazio’s defense. The breakthrough finally arrived in the 60th minute when Moise Kean found the net after a clever pass from Dusan Vlahovic. Kean’s close-range finish sparked celebrations among the home fans and ignited Juventus’s attacking intent.
Despite Juventus’s momentum, Lazio fought valiantly to equalize, relying on counterattacks and set-pieces. The visitors came close when Ciro Immobile tested Juventus goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny with a powerful strike, but the Pole was equal to the task.
As the match progressed, Juventus maintained their lead but faced moments of tension as Lazio pushed for a late equalizer. Ultimately, Juventus held on for the win, demonstrating their resilience and determination. This victory not only bolsters their title challenge but also showcases their ability to grind out results, keeping them firmly in the race for the Serie A crown alongside Napoli.
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