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Player Ratings: Lazio 1-0 AC Milan – Diavolo Can’t Handle Speedy Isaksen At the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, AC Milan were dealt what was likely a deadly Scudetto blow after suffering defeat to an inspired Lazio. Gustav Isaksen’s first-half strike proved to be the solitary difference between the two sides on Sunday evening, allowing Inter Milan to widen the gap at the top of the table to eight points. Here are our player ratings for Lazio who produced what was arguably their most convincing display of the season in their 1-0 win over Milan .
Lazio XI (4-3-3) Edoardo Motta – 7 The 21-year-old obviously has to improve his distrubution, but he put his goalkeeping prowess on display in the second half, producing impressive saves on Christian Pulisic and Christopher Nkunku, and making brave interventions. Adam Marusic – 6 The Montenegrin gave Lazio a major scare early on when he got dispossessed in a dangerous area. However, he atoned for himself by providing the assist for Isaksen.
Mario Gila – 7 Another fabulous display from the Spaniard against one of his main suitors. Assumed a leadership role in Alessio Romagnoli’s absence, and made some decisive interceptions. Oliver Provstgaard – 7 An excellent performance from the young Dane, who kept Rafael Leao in his pocket and pulled off some timely blocks.
Nuno Tavares – 7 Although the final delivery could have been better, the Portuguese full-back enjoyed his best outing since the start of the season, harrying Milan’s right flank from start to finish and giving Alexis Saelemaekers a torrid time. Fisayo Dele-Bashiru – 6 While he didn’t necessarily stand out, the Nigerian put on a hard-working and disciplined display that should receive Sarri’s approval. Patric – 6.
5 The Lazio stalwart acted as a makeshift deep-lying playmaker. He did well when shielding the backline and ran more than anyone else on the pitch, but didn’t look too comfortable in possession, as his touch was often too heavy. Nevertheless, his ability to operate in this unusual role deserves major props.