Lazio” data-scaytid=”1″>Lazio host Cesena in their first home game of the season and Stefano Pioli trusts they can do well “with the fans behind us.”
It kicks off on Sunday at 14.00 UK time (13.00 GMT), click here for a match preview.
Lazio host Cesena in their first home game of the season and Stefano Pioli trusts they can do well “with the fans behind us.”
It kicks off on Sunday at 14.00 UK time (13.00 GMT), click here for a match preview.
“The last two weeks have been unusual, as we were divided into two groups by international duty,” said the Coach in his Press conference.
“We became more aware of what went wrong against Milan and there are situations we need to approach better tomorrow. It is an important game and we need to take home three points against a side that counter-attacks well – the same approach that caused us the most problems at San Siro.”
The ultras spent most of last season boycotting games in protest at patron Claudio Lotito, but announced they will return to the Stadio Olimpico.
“It is certainly positive to play with the fans behind us and puts added pressure on the opponents too. We’re well aware that we have to put in consistent performances in order to always have a full stadium.
“I want to see us keep the right positions for 95 minutes, control the game and create scoring opportunities. We have to be sharper and more determined in attack.”
Federico Marchetti is still out injured, while Marco Parolo remains in doubt after time off for the birth of his child.
“Clearly the birth of a child is an important thing. He is calm, positive and worked well in training yesterday. If he maintains the same standard today, there will be no difficulties for him.
“Onazi returned this morning and I’ll evaluate him in the afternoon. Santiago Gentiletti arrived in good physical shape, showed character and is ready to play.
“I have 29 players in my squad and clearly had hoped to be dealing with a smaller group, but my style of coaching and discussion with the players will not change.”