Vanoli: ‘Fiorentina reacted to negative incidents, 2-2 with Lazio was right result’ | OneFootball

Paolo Vanoli insists the 2-2 draw with Lazio ‘is the right result’ after a chaotic and controversial encounter. ‘Fiorentina react to negative events now.’

There were numerous controversial decisions at the Stadio Olimpico, as well as desperate David De Gea saves and goal-line clearances.

After Danilo Cataldi’s opener, the Viola fought back to turn it around with Robin Gosens and a soft Albert Gudmundsson penalty, only for Pedro to convert a last-gasp spot-kick for 2-2.

Vanoli torn over Fiorentina result

ROME, ITALY – JANUARY 07: Robin Gosens of ACF Fiorentina celebrates scoring his team’s first goal with teammates Albert Gudmundsson and Nicolo Fagioli during the Serie A match between SS Lazio and ACF Fiorentina at Stadio Olimpico on January 07, 2026 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)

“When you are six minutes from the end and leading a game, of course there’s going to be disappointment, but considering the game overall, the result is the right one,” Fiorentina coach Vanoli told DAZN Italia.

“We started too sluggish in the first half and were having real problems on set plays, so our self-esteem got even worse. However, the team reacted to the opening goal and deservedly went in front.

“I can only applaud these lads, this gives us a sense of consistency and it is a great result to get a point in Rome. Now we must continue along this path.”

ROME, ITALY – JANUARY 07: Albert Gudmundsson of ACF Fiorentina (obscured) celebrates scoring his team’s second goal with teammates during the Serie A match between SS Lazio and ACF Fiorentina at Stadio Olimpico on January 07, 2026 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)

Fiorentina remain in the relegation zone, as Verona also earned a point today in a 2-2 draw away to Napoli, but it is significant progress.

“The team stays in the game now and is able to react to negative events, whereas before they let their heads drop,” noted Vanoli.

“We had a lot of avoidable mistakes, especially in the first half, but I am glad with the reaction to going behind. We are trying to change gear.”

There are reports that Nicolò Fagioli could be on the transfer market as a target for the likes of Lazio or Bologna in January.

“He’s doing very well and has taken the team in hand with a strong character. He’s a good playmaker and must have the ambition of being a key figure for Italy too,” concluded the Fiorentina coach.