Lecce – Lazio: The Visitors Continue on Their Pursue of Glory  (1-2)

In a match where both teams were eager to secure victory to advance their seasonal goals, Lazio clinched the win in the final five minutes. What should have been an easy match, however, revealed some critical issues that the team must address promptly.  

Tactical analysis and match report by Agostino Dosselli.

A month has passed since Lecce made the unexpected decision to part ways with their previous manager. What came as an even bigger surprise to fans was the appointment of Marco Giampaolo as the new head coach. Known for his tactical acumen in Italy, his reputation is mixed, particularly due to his short, unsuccessful stint with AC Milan, where he was dismissed after just seven matches. His appointment raised eyebrows, especially given his unique playing style, focused on ball control, that is in stark contrast to the quick, vertical attacks favoured by his predecessor. Despite the initial doubts, the team is adapting smoothly to this new style, showcasing the footballing principles Giampaolo aims to implement. 

Instead Lazio is determined to show that their recent defeat was merely a blip, and that the team has moved forward, continuing to aspire for greater achievements this season. Unlike the previous match, the manager now has his key defensive and offensive leaders back, whose absences were deeply felt during Monday's loss.
This game holds special significance for the manager, having both played for and managed Lecce, achieving in both the occasions a historic promotion to Serie A. 

Lecce deployed their manager's trademark 4-3-3 formation, a flexible setup that adjusts according to the state of the match and whether they have possession. It's . . .