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Lazio crushes Sassuolo 6-2, Hernan Crespo backs title push

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 9:16 AM

Last updated Oct 28, 2026

Lazio crushes Sassuolo 6-2, Hernan Crespo backs title push

Summary

Lazio secured a decisive 6-2 victory against Sassuolo on October 27. Under the guidance of coach Gennaro Gattuso, Lazio demonstrated strong performance, moving to 25 points from nine matches. Hernan Crespo praised the team's mentality and urged critics of Gattuso to reconsider their stance. Lazio currently leads Serie A, with a four-point advantage over city rivals Roma. Their next challenge comes against Inter Milan, who could level on points.

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By the Numbers

•Lazio scored six goals against Sassuolo, including a brace from Tijjani Noslin.
•Kenneth Taylor opened the scoring in the second minute.
•Lazio has 25 points and remains unbeaten this season.
•Crespo believes Lazio has the mentality for a Scudetto challenge.
•Lazio faces Inter Milan next, who are second in the league.

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9:16 AMYahoo Sports — 'Gattuso knows how to win' - Former Lazio striker Hernan Crespo tips old club for Scudetto glory and hits back at Rino's Italy critics

What they're saying

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Former Lazio forward Hernan Crespo believes his old side have the mentality required to capture their first Serie A title since the 1999-00 campaign following Tuesday's emphatic 6-2 triumph at Sassuolo. The Argentine legend credited head coach Gennaro Gattuso for transforming the Rome outfit while demanding an apology from his detractors.
— Yahoo Sports

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