Maldini scores first goal for Lazio, Laurienté shines: 1-1 at half-time The 28th round of Serie A concluded with a match between Lazio and Sassuolo at the Stadio Olimpico. Sassuolo entered the game on a three-match winning streak, having secured five victories in their last six outings. Lazio, however, struggled with form, having failed to win in Serie A since the end of January. The Biancocelesti currently sit in 11th place with 34 points, and a poor result could further jeopardize their position in the standings. Lazio took the lead just 1 minute and 22 seconds into the match. Maldini initiated the attack by passing to Isaksen, who advanced from midfield into the penalty area. His shot was deflected by Idzes, and the ball fell to Maldini, who dribbled past Garcia to score into an empty net. This marked Maldini’s first goal for Lazio and his first of the season overall. Sassuolo, despite conceding an early goal, grew stronger as the first half progressed. The Neroverdi had conceded six shots in the first 20 minutes, but their resilience paid off. The equalizer came in the 35th minute through a combined play at the edge of the area. Laurienté received the ball, controlled it, and fired a shot into the top corner, leaving the Lazio goalkeeper with no chance. This goal extended Laurienté’s impressive run, as he now has four goals and two assists in his last four Serie A appearances. The match remained goalless after halftime, with both teams struggling to break the deadlock. The 1-1 scoreline at the break highlighted a closely contested encounter, with Lazio’s early lead eventually being neutralized by Sassuolo’s late response. The result leaves Lazio still in a precarious position, while Sassuolo’s ability to recover from a deficit underscores their growing competitiveness in the league.#stadio_olimpico #lazio #sassuolo #maldini #laurient
