Lazio, Sarri: "A really tough start, but the lads have the fight for it" | OneFootball

Maurizio Sarri assesses the start of Lazio's season, discussing issues related to injuries, the summer transfer market freeze, and the team's resilience.

Lazio, Sarri: “Extremely complicated start, but the guys have the ability to fight”

Interviewed by the club's official channels, the coach highlights that despite the difficulties, there are positive signs to build on.

With seven points in thirteenth position in Serie A, the start for the Biancocelesti has been anything but simple. Sarri comments: “It's clear that no one is looking for excuses, but when 8-9 players are missing, it becomes a complicated situation. Other teams have strengthened, we haven't been able to, and we also have many unavailable players.”

Despite the challenges, the coach emphasizes the group's determination: “Amidst these enormous problems, the guys must be recognized for their ability to fight. We also need to see the positive aspects of the situation.”

Injury update

Sarri provided an update on the conditions of the injured players:

Lazzari has returned.

Marusic will undergo checks today.

Pellegrini is under observation for a sprain-contusion trauma.

Rovella still needs time to recover.

Vecino remains an uncertainty.

Dele-Bashiru is unavailable.

Isaksen still needs to regain optimal condition.

Zaccagni will be evaluated up to two days before the match, making the choice of formation uncertain.

Sarri's stance on the Rabiot-De Siervo controversy

Regarding the debate in Australia on the Rabiot-Milan-Como case, Sarri has no doubts: “Adrien is right, money doesn't justify everything. The response given was bad, as was bringing up the economic aspect. Rabiot could respond that the league wouldn't even get the money if he didn't go in to fight every Sunday.”

The thrilling 3-3 draw against Torino confirms, according to Sarri, the temperament of the Biancocelesti: “I don't want to be either optimistic or pessimistic, we need to be realistic and evaluate the reality of the situation. It's a match we could have won and then could have lost. The positive aspect is the character.”

After the break, Lazio will face two very difficult challenges: first in Bergamo against Atalanta and then at home against Juventus. For Sarri, the team spirit will be essential to achieve positive results.

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