Lazio has reached a new milestone: 28 points on the tenth matchday, a perfect number that recalls mathematics and which, for the first time, made the Roma team overtake in the standings. The result was achieved with a 2‑1 victory against Cagliari, in which coach Gian Piero Gasperini made a strategic change at the last minute, inserting the young Pinamonti in place of the injured Zaccagni. Pinamonti's action, led by midfielder Pedraza, led the team to recover the lead after an initial draw.
The historical context is significant: 16 years and 6 days ago, on 7 November 2010, Lazio had already reached 28 points on the tenth matchday, but had lost the derby against Roma 0-2. Today, with the same figure, the team showed a solid march, with nine wins, one draw and 24 goals scored, while they conceded only 8 goals, the best defense in the championship tied with Como. The performance was supported by a group of key players such as Rino, who scored the decisive goal in the comeback, and Isaksen, who scored his fourth goal in five consecutive games, demonstrating his importance in the attacking phase.
Coach Gasperini showed effective tactical management, changing the direction of the team and countering Pisacane's tactics. Pedraza's intervention, which provided the decisive pass to Pinamonti, highlighted Lazio's ability to exploit the opponent's weaknesses. The victory also had a psychological value, as Inter's defeat in the derby gave Lazio the opportunity to distance themselves from the Italian champions.
With 28 points, Lazio is in a solid position in the table, but the championship is still open and the team must continue to maintain its form. The next meeting promises to be crucial to consolidate the position and maintain tension towards the end of the season.