Lazio coach Gennaro Gattuso expressed great satisfaction with the performance of Greek goalkeeper Giannis Mandas during the post-match press conference. According to Gattuso, Mandas was crucial to the team's success and did everything possible to keep him at the club, highlighting his quality and the young goalkeeper's growth potential.
Gattuso recalled that Mandas had had few playing opportunities at Bournemouth, where he had been relegated to a reserve role. The coach highlighted that the goalkeeper still has room for improvement, but that his qualities are already notable. “I did everything to make him stay because I think he is a great goalkeeper,” said Gattuso, adding that the decision to include Provedel on the pitch was motivated by the desire to reduce the pressure on him. “Putting Motta next to him was a good move,” he continued, praising Provedel's performances and his contribution to the team.
Furthermore, Gattuso commented on Pinamonti's role, stating that the player must remain calm and that the coach must make choices. He praised Noslin's first half, calling it “incredible,” and stressed that the young player is intelligent and strong. “He has always scored double figures, he arrived in a precarious condition and is growing,” said Gattuso, expressing satisfaction with Pinamonti's goal and his personal growth.
The coach concluded the press conference by reiterating his confidence in the future of the team and in the potential of its young talents. “I'm happy with the goal, he will be able to give us a great hand,” declared Gattuso, indicating that Lazio will continue to focus on internal talent and the constant improvement of its players.