Italy Serie A 2009
Lazio
vs
Palermo
Match Schedule:
Date: September 27th
Time: 13:00 (GMT)
Lazio’s difficult period officially became a crisis following the midweek defeat at home to recently promoted Parma. After going a goal behind, the Biancocelesti had found a way back into the game when Mauro Zarate levelled from the spot. Unfortunately a moment of madness from Aleksandar Kolarov not only gifted the visitors the lead, but cost the Aquilotti any chance of a response, as their already tired legs were forced to play a man down.
Davide Ballardini now has an uphill task as he looks to re-install some fight into a bunch of players that look battered and bruised. The Formello outfit must take on another four games over the next fortnight. Given the ever increasing number of players joining their team-mates in the infirmary, it remains to be seen how long the Ravenna born tactician will be able to leave Lazio’s want-away players to one side.
As the Aquilotti prepare to welcome an improving Palermo side on Sunday, it looks set to be a special afternoon for Ballardini who faces his former side for the first time since his move to the capital. After having already lost three on the trot at the Stadio Olimpico, it remains to be seen how the Lazio faithful will react, should they be forced to endure a fourth disappointment in the space of a fortnight.
Rosanero Search For Victory On The Road
After playing out an exciting draw in terrible conditions against Roma during the week, it seems as if Walter Zenga’s men have finally found their game following a difficult start to the season. Despite the disappointing manner in which the Giallorossi stole two points late on from the penalty spot, the Rosanero will be encourage by the way they fought back from a goal down to eventually take a second half lead.
Slightly more worrying for the Rosanero however is the fact they are still yet to pick up a point on the road this season. After proclaiming ambitions to fight for the Scudetto this year, it is clear the Sicilian outfit have a long way to go before they can challenge the likes of Inter and Juventus. If the Palermitani want to be left with any fighting chance to make Europe next season, they must address their age old problem on the road.
Fortunately for Zenga’s side, Sunday’s trip to the Eternal City could provide an instant remedy for their travel sickness. Given the current condition of their hosts, Palermo have a golden chance to get three points on the road as they come up against their former coach for the first time this season. Should Palermo fail to conquer Rome however, they may have to re-assess their objectives as the Scudetto favourites push further into the distance.
Lazio
vs
Palermo
Match Schedule:
Date: September 27th
Time: 13:00 (GMT)
Lazio’s difficult period officially became a crisis following the midweek defeat at home to recently promoted Parma. After going a goal behind, the Biancocelesti had found a way back into the game when Mauro Zarate levelled from the spot. Unfortunately a moment of madness from Aleksandar Kolarov not only gifted the visitors the lead, but cost the Aquilotti any chance of a response, as their already tired legs were forced to play a man down.
Davide Ballardini now has an uphill task as he looks to re-install some fight into a bunch of players that look battered and bruised. The Formello outfit must take on another four games over the next fortnight. Given the ever increasing number of players joining their team-mates in the infirmary, it remains to be seen how long the Ravenna born tactician will be able to leave Lazio’s want-away players to one side.
As the Aquilotti prepare to welcome an improving Palermo side on Sunday, it looks set to be a special afternoon for Ballardini who faces his former side for the first time since his move to the capital. After having already lost three on the trot at the Stadio Olimpico, it remains to be seen how the Lazio faithful will react, should they be forced to endure a fourth disappointment in the space of a fortnight.
Rosanero Search For Victory On The Road
After playing out an exciting draw in terrible conditions against Roma during the week, it seems as if Walter Zenga’s men have finally found their game following a difficult start to the season. Despite the disappointing manner in which the Giallorossi stole two points late on from the penalty spot, the Rosanero will be encourage by the way they fought back from a goal down to eventually take a second half lead.
Slightly more worrying for the Rosanero however is the fact they are still yet to pick up a point on the road this season. After proclaiming ambitions to fight for the Scudetto this year, it is clear the Sicilian outfit have a long way to go before they can challenge the likes of Inter and Juventus. If the Palermitani want to be left with any fighting chance to make Europe next season, they must address their age old problem on the road.
Fortunately for Zenga’s side, Sunday’s trip to the Eternal City could provide an instant remedy for their travel sickness. Given the current condition of their hosts, Palermo have a golden chance to get three points on the road as they come up against their former coach for the first time this season. Should Palermo fail to conquer Rome however, they may have to re-assess their objectives as the Scudetto favourites push further into the distance.
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