Udinese beat Lazio thanks to Lucca and Thauvin: 2-1 in Serie A
Udinese claimed a 2-1 victory over Lazio in Serie A. Lorenzo Lucca and Florian Thauvin were the scorers for the home side at the Dacia Arena. The win gives Udinese their first victory of the season, lifting them to four points, while Lazio have three points after two matchdays.
Early goal sets the tone for Udinese
Udinese made an impression on home soil on Saturday afternoon by defeating Lazio in Serie A. Lorenzo Lucca opened the scoring as early as the fifth minute, assisted by Florian Thauvin. The goal immediately set the tone for the match at the Dacia Arena.
Thauvin doubles the lead after the break
Udinese struck again right after half-time. Florian Thauvin, who had already provided the assist for the opening goal, got on the scoresheet himself to make it 2-0 and put his side in a comfortable position. The French forward was the standout player of the match.
Red card and Lazio's consolation goal in the closing stages
The second half had a dramatic finish. Udinese defender Hassane Kamara was shown a red card in the 68th minute, forcing his side to play out the remainder of the match with ten men. Deep into stoppage time, Gustav Isaksen pulled one back for Lazio to make it 2-1, but a genuine comeback was never on the cards.
Standings and upcoming fixtures
The victory gives Udinese their first win of the season as they climb to four points. Lazio remain on three points after two matchdays. Udinese continue their campaign at home against Como on 1 September, before away trips to Parma on 15 September and Roma on 22 September. Lazio host AC Milan on 31 August, then welcome Hellas Verona on 15 September before travelling to Fiorentina on 22 September.
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Source: Sportmonks
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