Lazio dominates Monza in Serie A opener

Lazio started its Serie A campaign with a strong 3-1 win over Monza, earning a share of the league's top position with Inter Milan. The Roman club has already won five of its first six matches, earning 16 points out of a possible 18, a feat not seen during their previous title-winning seasons in 1974 and 2000.

Internal tensions persist at Lazio

Despite internal conflicts, including a boycott by the club's ultras due to tensions with president Claudio Lotito, Lazio remains unbeaten in the league. The team's strong start has not been without challenges, as coach Gennaro Gattuso noted concerns about the second-half performance against Monza.

Monza struggles but creates pressure

Gattuso acknowledged that Monza, despite being down a player since the 35th minute when Lorenzo Lucchesi was sent off, created difficulties for Lazio in the second half. However, the Roman club maintained its lead and secured the three points, keeping its unbeaten record intact.

Roma holds Como to a goalless draw

Roma drew 0-0 with Como in a match notable for being the first in Serie A after 54 matches without a goal, a streak linked to rule changes aimed at speeding up the game for the 2026 World Cup. The match was affected by Roma's red card for Donyell Malen, their top scorer, who was dismissed for a dangerous tackle in the 53rd minute.

Gasperini praises Roma's effort

Roma's coach, Gian Piero Gasperini, praised the team's performance despite playing a man down against a team of Como's quality. The result left Roma in a mid-table position but highlighted their resilience in difficult circumstances.

AC Milan draws with Sassuolo

At Sassuolo, Adrien Rabiot opened the scoring for the hosts, but AC Milan managed only a 1-1 draw, staying four points behind Inter Milan and Lazio. Rabiot expressed concern about losing points in such matches, which could impact the team's position in the league.

Juventus makes impact with new signing

Randal Kolo Muani, who moved to Juventus for 42 million euros, scored his first goal of the season in the 81st minute, helping his team avoid a difficult situation after falling behind in the 20th minute. Juventus is currently sixth in the league, five points behind the leaders.

Cagliari remains in strong position

Cagliari continues to impress by maintaining fourth place with 13 points. The team's consistent performance has kept them in contention for European qualification, showing strong form despite the competition from other top teams.