It was a moment of magic that changed everything. With the match hanging in the balance and tension rising, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru stepped up in style to deliver a crucial contribution that left Atalanta title hopes shattered.
The 1-0 win didn’t just give Lazio three points—it told a bigger story of a season slipping through Atalanta’s fingers, Footballrover reports.
Fisayo Dele-Bashiru delivers when it matters most
Making his 18th appearance in Serie A, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru picked the perfect moment to register his first league assist of the season.
After a fierce battle in midfield and several key defensive stops by Lazio, the Nigerian midfielder lit up the second half.
A brilliant save from Christos Mandas denied Atalanta’s Mateo Retegui, and Lazio broke on the counter.
Dele-Bashiru’s improvised flick header found Gustav Isaksen, who made no mistake—sliding in the game’s only goal past a stranded Marco Carnesecchi.
The assist marked Fisayo Dele-Bashiru’s eighth goal contribution this season across all competitions, including three goals and one assist in Serie A, plus two goals and two assists in the Europa League.
More than numbers, though, it was the timing and impact that made the difference.
Atalanta title hopes all but over after home collapse
The defeat was a hammer blow for Atalanta title hopes, as they extended their winless home league run to seven straight matches since January.
Despite spells of pressure and multiple corners, they couldn’t crack Lazio’s disciplined backline.
Not even late substitutions or desperate shots from Davide Zappacosta could turn the tide.
Even African Footballer of the Year, Ademola Lookman, who featured for 74 minutes couldn’t rescue them after losing eight duels in the match.
For the first time in 20 years, Atalanta have failed to score in four consecutive home games.
Their third straight league defeat may be the final nail in their title chase.
Lazio, meanwhile, walk away with a big win—and Fisayo Dele-Bashiru walks away with the spotlight.
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