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Both Roma and Lazio secured crucial victories to keep their European ambitions alive. The Giallorossi edged past Venezia (1-0) with a second-half penalty from Paulo Dybala, extending their unbeaten run in Serie A. Meanwhile, Lazio cruised to a 5-1 victory over Monza at the Stadio Olimpico, reclaiming fourth place and leapfrogging Juventus.
Roma faced a tough challenge in Venice, struggling to break through a well-organized opponent in the first half. Despite chances for Dovbyk and Mancini, it took a penalty to make the difference: in the 57th minute, a foul on Angelino led to a spot-kick, calmly converted by Dybala. From there, Roma managed the game efficiently, securing another vital away win after breaking a nine-month drought on the road in Udine. Venezia, on the other hand, remains winless since December and continues to struggle in the relegation zone.
Lazio’s victory was far more emphatic, as they dismantled a helpless Monza side. Marusic opened the scoring on the half-hour mark, but the real show began in the second half. Pedro doubled the lead with a clinical finish from a brilliant Castellanos assist before the Argentine striker got on the scoresheet himself with a precise strike for 3-0. Castellanos not only found the net but also played a key role in Lazio’s attacking movement, linking up well with his teammates. In the closing stages, Pedro completed his brace, and Dele-Bashiru added the final touch with a powerful left-footed strike. Monza managed to pull one back from the penalty spot through Sensi, but it was nothing more than a consolation.
A crucial three points for both Rome-based clubs: Roma strengthens its push for European qualification, while Lazio takes another step toward Champions League football, pulling ahead of Fiorentina and overtaking Juventus.
