Super Eagles midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru delivered a brilliant assist that led Lazio to a convincing Europa League win over 10-man FC Twente on Thursday night.
His well-timed play wrapped up a hard-fought 2-0 victory for Lazio at the De Grolsch Veste, igniting excitement among fans and showcasing the rising star’s potential, Footballrover reports.
With this performance, Dele-Bashiru not only highlighted his abilities but also played a crucial role in Lazio’s campaign as they strive for European glory.
Lazio entered this match on the heels of a commanding 4-1 victory against French side Nice, seeking to maintain their momentum despite a recent 1-0 defeat to Juventus in Serie A.
The clash took a dramatic turn when Twente’s goalkeeper, Lars Unnerstall, was sent off in the 11th minute, leaving the home side to battle with 10 players.
This early setback severely hampered their chances of securing a favorable result.
As the match progressed, Lazio capitalised on their numerical advantage. Pedro opened the scoring by tapping in Matías Vecino’s cross, giving Lazio the lead they needed.
In the dying moments of the match, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru struck again, feeding substitute Gustav Isaksen, who confidently slotted home, sealing the win just three minutes before stoppage time.
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— S.S.Lazio (@OfficialSSLazio) October 24, 2024
This marked Dele-Bashiru’s second assist in the Europa League, showcasing his growing influence in the tournament.
Dele-Bashiru’s impact on Lazio’s success
Fisayo Dele-Bashiru had an exceptional performance, completing 50 accurate passes and achieving a remarkable passing accuracy of 96%.
With 69 touches, including nine key passes, he orchestrated play from midfield and made significant contributions on both ends of the pitch.
This victory propelled Lazio to the top of the 36-team league table, as they remain undefeated in their Europa League matches, eyeing a strong continuation of their campaign.
Looking ahead, Lazio will face FC Porto next, but first, they must prepare for a challenging encounter against Genoa as they pursue Serie A glory.
Dele-Bashiru’s impressive performances will be vital once again in their quest for success.
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