Lazio continued to surprise with a game approach that saw eleven players score in a series of matches, demonstrating that the key to success is not a single role but the occupation of space. Coach Gattuso reiterated that the 4‑3‑3 is not a rigid model, but a flexible frame that allows his players to move and create numerical superiority in any area of the pitch.
In the last week of competitions, the Roma team showed a series of role rotations that led to a record of seven victories in eight matches, with 16 goals distributed to 11 different players. Among the protagonists are Taylor, Isaksen, Noslin, Frattesi, Cancellieri, Pinamonti, Provstgaard, Dele‑Bashiru, Tavares, Zaccagni and Gudmundsson. Gattuso explained that "occupying the pitch" is what allows many men to score, highlighting that the team is not limited to one formation but adapts dynamically to game situations.
An example of this flexibility was the match against Parma, where Provstgaard moved from left back to midfield, Tavares moved forward and Zaccagni moved from winger to midfield. Nuno, on the other hand, assumed the position of fake attacking midfielder, taking advantage of the space to launch into attack. These rotations created numerous scoring opportunities, especially from the left, where the chain of Dutch players generated numerical superiority and precise crosses.
Gattuso underlined that the modules count for little compared to the occupation of spaces. He cited the ultra-attacking pressure immediately after the start of the match against Parma, which led to an own goal by Diego Carlos. The own goal came from pressure from Noslin which forced the defender to turn the ball around, while Belahyane's midfield intercepted the pass, allowing Taylor to fire in a cross which was deflected by the Brazilian. Parma's build-up was disturbed from the first half, with eight Lazio players near the opponent's area.
Despite the success, Gattuso warned that the pressure of bringing so many men forward can expose you to risks, especially if you suffer turbulence early in the half. He has already started planning possible lineup changes to mitigate these risks, with the aim of keeping the pace high and not losing his advantageous position in the standings. The Roma team is now preparing for the most intense week, with the aim of consolidating its position and continuing to exploit the tactical flexibility that has led to exceptional results.