'Surprise package' Lazio crush Juve to keep pace with Serie A leaders Inter

Lazio secured a statement win against Juventus, 3-0, in Turin on Sunday, moving level on points with Serie A leaders Inter Milan. Despite trailing the defending champions on goal difference, Lazio's 19 points after seven league games represent their highest total since the 1999-2000 season, when they finished with 17 points. Lazio coach Gennaro Gattuso emphasized the importance of maintaining their approach, stating they must take each match as it comes and work hard.

Oliver Provstgaard and Gustav Isaksen scored for Lazio, with substitute Fisayo Dele-Bashiru adding the third goal in the final minutes. Juventus, who were booed off by their fans, have won only one of their last five league matches and are currently eighth, eight points behind the leaders. Juventus coach Luciano Spalletti admitted his team was outplayed and lacked ideas.

AC Milan held off Atalanta 3-2 to finish the weekend fourth, four points behind Lazio. Young Slovenian Relja Obric made a poor debut for Atalanta, resulting in two penalties awarded to Milan. Thomas Kristensen, Marcelo Brozovic, and Mario Gila scored for Milan, with Gila providing the decisive header.

Como climbed to fifth place with a 3-1 victory over struggling Fiorentina, with Mattia Liberali and Nico Paz scoring in the first half and Marin Pongracic adding a late consolation goal for Fiorentina. Como's coach Cesc Fabregas praised his team's complete performance, acknowledging the risks associated with their playing style.

Earlier in the weekend, Lecce won 3-0 at Udinese with goals from Kialonda Gaspar, Konan N'Dri, and Jamil Siebert.