Lazio’s coach Marco Baroni expressed pride in his team’s effort despite a 3-1 defeat to Parma, focusing on their performance rather than the contentious refereeing decisions during the match.
Lazio had been performing well, winning five Serie A matches in a row. However, they were already feeling the pressure after a heated Europa League match against Ludogorets.
Baroni praised his players, saying it was an emotional game. He noted that they played with heart and commitment, but acknowledged that mistakes were made. He pointed out that they were caught off guard on the third goal while trying to equalize.
He mentioned that the first two goals were due to errors when trying to play from the back. Despite the loss, he felt the team’s performance was strong overall.
The match against Parma had its share of controversy. In a previous European game, the referee did not award a clear penalty, even after reviewing it on the VAR monitor. This added to Lazio’s frustration with officiating.
In the match against Parma, an early goal by Nicolò Rovella was disallowed for a minor foul, and a penalty was also taken away after a VAR review. Baroni chose not to comment on the refereeing, saying it would only lead to more frustration.
He noted that Lazio became too agitated in the first half, which played into Parma’s hands. After halftime, they focused more on their own game, making it an exciting match. However, the loss was disappointing for their fans.
Baroni reflected on his experiences as a player and coach, stating he would rather lose while playing well than poorly. He emphasized the need to avoid mistakes and be more determined when finishing chances.
The first goal by Parma was particularly unfortunate, as a poor back-pass from Rovella was intercepted, allowing Dennis Man to score easily. Baroni took responsibility for this, as he encourages his team to play from the back.
He believes in the quality of his team, acknowledging that mistakes happen, especially from talented players like Rovella and Gila. He prefers a playing style that involves risks rather than long passes.
Baroni expressed satisfaction with the team’s spirit, stating that even in defeat, they should leave everything on the field, feeling exhausted but proud of their effort.
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