Lazio coach, Gennaro Gattuso, commented on the recent 6-0 victory against Sassuolo, underlining the importance of not being overwhelmed by the rankings and continuing to work to improve the team.
During the interview on Dazn, Gattuso expressed a mixture of satisfaction and caution. He recognized that the goal was a positive sign, but highlighted that the team still needs to refine its defensive block, especially after the defeat against Monza, where Lazio lost despite their numerical superiority. “We need to improve a little more in the defensive block, because in some aspects we weren't very good,” he declared, adding that remaining within ten points was an advantage, but it wasn't enough.
The technician then spoke of "a blow in the teeth", an expression that still indicates a problem to be solved. He reiterated that the team must maintain the fighting mentality and the desire to work hard, even when the opponents make it difficult to manage the game. “We must not give up on the mentality and the desire to work hard,” he said, thanking Inzaghi for the defensive and technical example that the team has received.
Gattuso also mentioned the importance of "pinching opponents forward and running", an attacking approach that must be balanced with defensive solidity. He expressed satisfaction with Noslin's contribution, not only with the goals but also with the pressure he puts on opponents, but stressed that the team must continue to improve.
Finally, the coach reminded the players that Lazio still has 15 points to gain to reach the top of the table and that the team must remember the difficulties faced three months ago, when they were eliminated in the first round of the Cup against Mantova. Gattuso concluded with an invitation not to forget the "blows" and to continue working to achieve the objectives set.
With Lazio at the top of the table, the team now looks to the next match, focusing on defensive improvement and consolidating the team mentality to maintain the race towards victory.