A depleted Lazio side—missing seven key players—failed to go beyond a 1-1 draw against an ambitious Como, which likely deserved more for its performance. The turning point came in the 57th minute when referee Tremolada sent off Tchaouna for what appeared to be a questionable foul at midfield, just a minute after booking him. This decision shifted the momentum, especially after Pellegrini had avoided a second yellow card moments earlier.
Baroni’s Lazio, already struggling defensively with 28 goals conceded—the worst record among the top teams—crumbled with one man down. Patrick Cutrone netted the equalizer, his sixth goal of the season, silencing the celebrations for the club’s 125th anniversary. Earlier, Dia had given the hosts the lead with his seventh league goal. The draw against relegation-threatened Como highlights Lazio’s poor form: just 8 points collected in the last seven matches, with three defeats underscoring the need for reinforcements in the January transfer window.
Como, on the other hand, showed promise with their recent acquisitions. New goalkeeper Butez made his debut, while winger Diao came on in the first half after Nico Paz was forced off with an ankle injury following a harsh tackle by Gigot. The club's Indonesian owners have already spent €13 million this transfer window and are expecting more arrivals, including midfielder Caqueret and full-back Fresneda, in their bid to secure Serie A survival. Baroni, meanwhile, waits for Fazzini, though negotiations seem to have stalled.
Inter-Bologna ends 2-2: Holm rescues a point for Bologna, Napoli stays ahead
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