This Week In Lazio History: August 17-23
First Serie A games and more European play-offs in the August 17-23 week in Lazio history and we remember the legendary Fernando SaraceniMatches of the WeekDate: Tuesday, August 18, 2015 Venue: Stadio...
This Week in Lazio History spans from August 17 to August 23, showcasing several significant Serie A matches and European play-offs. On Tuesday, August 18, 2015, Lazio faced Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League Play-off, winning 1-0. Later that same day, Lazio defeated IF Elfsborg 3-0 in another UEFA Europa League Playoff.
On Sunday, August 21, 2016, Atalanta Lazio secured a win against Bergamo, 3-4, during a crucial group phase match. The following day, on August 21, 2021, Lazio faced Empoli at Stadio Carlo Castellani, Empoli, winning 1-3. A day later, on August 22, 2015, Lazio's 2-1 victory over Bologna showcased their thoughtfulness for the upcoming Champions League tie.
The memorable match in focus from August 21, 2001, featured Lazio defeating FC Copenhagen 4-1 in the Champions League Playoff. Sinisa Mihajlovic's injury and various substitutions throughout the game contributed to this impressive result. Lazio's forward, Fernando Saraceni, was celebrated as a Lazio legend, having played for the team during their National Championship finals in 1913, 1914, and 1923.
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