Lazio vs Lecce final score, result (Serie A): Lazio blushes

Lazio

W L W W W L

2^nd place

2

Lazio - Lecce

05/12/2023 18:45

Italy Serie A

Highlight

Lecce

L L L L W W

16^th place

2

Lazio vs Lecce Highlights

Both Lazio and Lecce were in need of points to improve their rankings, but the final result left both teams feeling unsatisfied. Lazio, considered the stronger team and playing at home, appeared poised for an easy victory against relegation-threatened Lecce. This belief was reinforced when Ciro Immobile scored the opening goal in the 34th minute.

However, Lecce's away team mounted a strong comeback, led by the impressive performance of French striker Remi Oudin. Just before halftime, Oudin equalized for Lecce, and early in the second half, he capitalized on a favorable assist from his teammate Gabriel Strefezza to score again, giving Lecce a 2-1 lead.

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The score remained unchanged until the end of regular time, and as everyone anticipated a surprising victory for Lecce, Milinkovic-Savic emerged as the hero for Lazio. With a close-range header, he struck the equalizer in the final moments of the match, resulting in a 2-2 draw.

Lazio vs Lecce Highlights

Lazio vs Lecce Summary

Lazio's grip on a top-four finish has weakened after losing three out of their last four matches. Struggling Lecce had every intention of causing further trouble for the Biancocelesti. They had a golden opportunity to do so when Elseid Hysaj fouled Morten Hjulmand inside the penalty area, resulting in a penalty. However, Gabriel Strefezza's low drive from 12 yards missed agonizingly wide of the left post, sparing Lazio from conceding.

Eleven minutes later, Lazio made Lecce pay for their missed chance. Luis Alberto played a through ball to Ciro Immobile, who calmly netted the opening goal, just as he had done in the previous encounter. Lecce responded impressively, with Oudin fiercely striking the ball into the bottom corner in first-half stoppage time, leaving Lazio manager Sarri fuming as the scores were level at halftime.

Lazio vs Lecce Summary

In stunning fashion, Marco Baroni's team completed the turnaround early in the second half. Oudin once again showcased his skill, delivering a fantastic first-time finish after a slick pass from Strefezza. With the prospect of their first win in six visits to the Italian capital within reach, Lecce aimed to withstand Lazio's desperate attempts to reverse their recent poor form.

As full time approached, pressure mounted, and Lecce fans held their breath when Pedro's effort struck the woodwork. Just when it seemed that Lecce would secure a third consecutive victory in this head-to-head matchup, a defensive mishap allowed Milinković-Savić to slide in a dramatic last-gasp equalizer, keeping Lazio in control of their top-four aspirations. Lecce, while disappointed to see their victory slip away in the dying seconds, moved five points clear of the relegation zone, while Lazio remained four points ahead of their pursuers in the UEFA Champions League qualification spots, having played before all of their rivals.

Flashscore Man of the Match: Remi Oudin (Lecce)

Lazio vs Lecce final score

Goals

• Lazio: Immobile C. (34'), Milinkovic-Savic S. (90+4')
  
• Lecce: Oudin R. (45'+2, 51')

Lazio vs Lecce confirmed line-ups

Lazio vs Lecce confirmed line-ups

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