Argentine Star Nico Paz Inspires Como to Resounding Victory over Lazio at Stadio Olimpico

Key Takeaways:

• Como secured a 3-0 away win against Lazio in the 21st round of Serie A last night
• Nico Paz netted twice for Como and saw a penalty saved by Ivan Provedel in the first half
• The result cemented Como’s position in the top six, while Lazio remained mid-table

Match Analysis

Como delivered a commanding performance at the Stadio Olimpico, emerging 3-0 victors over Lazio in their latest Serie A encounter. This result ensured Cesc Fàbregas’ side cemented their place among the league’s top six following the conclusion of the 21st round. Meanwhile, the hosts suffered another setback and finished the evening languishing in the middle of the table with their attacking frailties once again exposed.

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Key Moments and Goals

The visitors seized the initiative almost immediately, breaking the deadlock in the 2nd minute. Alex Valle provided the assist for Martin Baturina – returning to the starting eleven after a month – who managed to get the better of Ivan Provedel to put Como ahead.

Lazio responded with a period of determined pressure, yet their offensive moves seldom troubled the Como defence. In the middle of the first half, Maxence Caqueret found Nico Paz, who doubled the advantage for the away side. Paz nearly completed a first-half brace when Como were awarded a penalty after Kenneth Taylor conceded a foul. However, his attempt lacked conviction, and Provedel was able to make the save in the 35th minute.

Clinical Edge and Player Performances

On the stroke of half-time, Lazio carved out a clear opportunity to reduce the deficit, but Jean Butez denied Mattia Zaccagni from point-blank range. Soon after the interval, Como extended their lead further: Baturina set up Nico Paz, and the Argentine midfielder finished with composure, beating Provedel at his near post for his second of the match.

Desperate to engineer a response, Maurizio Sarri introduced Gustav Isaksen, Nicolo Rovella, and Tijjani Noslin from the bench, but their impact was limited, and Como remained firmly in control. In the closing stages, Lazio pressed for a consolation, but Isaksen’s shot was easily gathered by Butez, ensuring the visitors held on for a clean sheet.

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