This Week In Lazio History: May 25-31 | OneFootball

This week is defined by the 2013 Coppa Italia derby, settled by Senad Lulic. According to The Laziali, the period is rich with Lazio milestones.

On 26 May 1940 a 1-0 derby brought an early goal, a saved penalty and scuffles. In 1942 Lazio won 5-2 against Milano. On 27 May 1944 an 8-0 over Trastevere sealed the Roman War League title.

On 30 May 1993 a 4-3 over Napoli clinched a first UEFA Cup spot in 16 years. On 28 May 2023 a self-inflicted 3-2 against Cremonese came amid the 26 May 10th anniversary and Ștefan Radu’s Olimpico farewell, Champions League secured.

The 2013 final played out amid tension, 50,000 present and late tickets on sale. The pairing was known by 17 April after Lazio upset Juventus in January and Roma finished their Inter tie in April.

After a cagey first half, the 71st-minute move flowed Onazi to Candreva, back via Konko to Mauri, then again to Candreva, who beat Balzaretti and drilled a low cross. Lobont’s touch left Lulic an open finish for 1-0. On 73 minutes Totti’s free-kick was tipped onto the bar by Marchetti, who gathered, and Lazio held firm.

Marco Saltarelli, born 28 May 1962, made 30 appearances in 1982-83 as Lazio won promotion. His wife died after childbirth in 1992 due to medical negligence, the doctor later received 20 months. He died on 28 May 2004, aged 42. Birthdays include Paul Gascoigne, Roberto Di Matteo, Hernanes and Libor Kozak.

Source: The Laziali