Parma 0-1 Lazio Player Ratings: Nine-Man Lazio Snatch Dramatic 1-0 Victory

In what can only be described as a spectacle of pure drama and resilience, nine-man Lazio pulled off an astonishing 1-0 victory against Parma at the Stadio Ennio Tardini. This Serie A encounter was a chaotic affair, defined by moments of madness and a stunning conclusion. From our perspective, this was a match that defied all logic and expectation.

The game was thrown into turmoil just before halftime when Mattia Zaccagni received a straight red card. Lazio's task became seemingly impossible when Toma Bašić also saw red in the 77th minute, leaving them with only nine players. Yet, against all odds, substitute Tijjani Noslin became the unlikely hero, scoring a late winner to seal an unbelievable three points in this memorable match.

What stood out to us was the sheer grit and determination of the visiting side, coupled with Parma's inability to capitalize on their two-man advantage. It was a testament to spirit over circumstance, a true footballing miracle that will be discussed for weeks. The home side will be left wondering how they let this slip.

Here are Parma Vs Lazio Player Ratings

Lazio Player Ratings vs Parma

Here are Lazio Player Ratings vs Parma

Goalkeeper

Ivan Provedel - 9.0: The undisputed man of the match. Provedel was a colossal figure between the sticks, making five crucial saves to keep his team alive. What stood out was his command of the area and his incredible stops when Lazio were down to nine men. He made three saves from inside the box and claimed the ball with authority. An absolutely heroic performance that single-handedly earned the win.

Defenders

Luca Pellegrini - 7.0: A solid if unspectacular outing. He provided a few key passes and was involved in building attacks, but was also caught out once or twice defensively. He lost possession a fair bit but worked hard down the left flank before being substituted. A decent shift overall.

Patric - 6.5: Had a mixed game before being taken off. He was generally secure in possession with a 93% pass accuracy but lost three aerial duels and made an error that led to a shot. From our perspective, he looked a little shaky at times, and the substitution was probably the right call.

Alessio Romagnoli - 8.0: A rock at the back. Romagnoli was immense, making five clearances and winning five of his seven duels. He was dominant in the air and read the game brilliantly, especially when his team was under the cosh. He even ventured forward and had a headed chance. A true leader's display.

Adam Marusic - 7.0: A tireless performance from the right-back. He balanced his defensive duties with attacking intent, even getting a shot on target. He was good on the ball and made a couple of important clearances and tackles. A reliable and hardworking presence on the pitch.

Midfielders

Mattéo Guendouzi - 7.0: Kept things ticking over in midfield with his high pass completion rate. He wasn't afraid to get stuck in and made his presence felt. He showed good energy and tried to drive the team forward when he could. A composed performance in a chaotic match.

Danilo Cataldi - 8.5: A brilliant midfield performance, capped off by a fantastic assist for the winning goal. He was a machine, winning six duels, making four tackles, and recovering the ball five times. He stepped up when his team needed him most, delivering a big chance that won the game. What a performance.

Toma Bašić - 3.5: Had some bright moments, with three accurate crosses and a couple of key passes. However, all that is overshadowed by his moment of utter madness. Getting a straight red card for unsportsmanlike conduct was inexcusable, putting his team in an impossible situation. He let everyone down.

Forwards

Mattia Zaccagni - 3.0: A disastrous outing for the captain. He was lively in the first half creating a couple of chances, but his straight red card before the break was a shocking lack of discipline. It completely changed the game and put his team under enormous pressure for the entire second half. A truly poor showing.

Taty Castellanos - 6.5: A frustrating day for the striker. He worked incredibly hard, winning duels and drawing fouls, but his finishing was off. He had four shots but couldn't find the target with three of them. He was a handful but lacked the killer instinct before being subbed.

Matteo Cancellieri - 6.0: He was a threat with his shooting, forcing two saves from the keeper. However, he missed a big chance and his decision-making was sometimes questionable. His yellow card for a cynical foul summed up a slightly frustrating performance.

Substitutes

Tijjani Noslin - 8.0: The super-sub and the hero of the hour. Came on and did exactly what a striker is paid to do. He scored the winning goal with a clinical finish, snatching an impossible victory. What an impact.

Fisayo Dele-Bashiru - 6.5: Brought on to add fresh legs and did his job without any fuss. Helped shore things up as Lazio were defending for their lives.

Oliver Provstgaard - 6.5: Replaced Patric and was solid. Contributed to the immense defensive effort in the final 20 minutes.

Manager

M. Sarri - 8.0: His players showed unbelievable character, and his substitutions were spot on. Bringing on Noslin proved to be a masterstroke. To organize a nine-man team to not only defend but also score a winner is the mark of great coaching and motivation.

Parma Player Ratings vs Lazio

Here are Parma Player Ratings vs Lazio

Goalkeeper

Edoardo Corvi - 6.0: Made three saves and looked relatively comfortable for most of the game. However, he was beaten by the decisive goal and perhaps could have done better. He didn't have a huge amount to do but couldn't come up with the big save when it mattered.

Defenders

Lautaro Valenti - 5.5: A very difficult day for the defender. While he made six clearances, his game was marred by a costly error that led to a goal. He was booked and struggled to contain the opposition, conceding possession multiple times. That single error proved fatal.

Enrico Delprato - 6.0: The captain had a quiet game before being substituted at halftime. He was tidy in possession with a 96% pass accuracy but offered little else. His early departure suggests he wasn't making the desired impact.

Sascha Britschgi - 5.0: From our perspective, he was a weak link in the defence. He was dribbled past twice, made an error leading to a shot, and just looked off the pace. A performance to forget for the defender.

Emanuele Valeri - 7.5: Parma's most dangerous player by a mile. He was a constant outlet on the left, delivering an incredible 12 crosses and creating six chances. Defensively he was a bit suspect and picked up a yellow card, but his attacking contribution was immense. His teammates just couldn't finish the chances he created.

Midfielders

Nahuel Estévez - 6.5: A battling performance in midfield. He made four clearances, including one off the line, and tried to drive his team forward. However, he also lost possession 12 times and his final ball was often lacking. A mixed bag.

Mandela Keita - 6.0: Extremely tidy on the ball with 94% pass accuracy, but his performance felt too safe. With a two-man advantage, you'd want your midfielder to be more adventurous. He did his defensive work but failed to influence the game in an attacking sense.

Adrián Bernabé - 7.0: One of the few Parma players who looked capable of making something happen. He had three shots and was a creative force, but he too couldn't find the breakthrough. He was let down by the lack of movement ahead of him.

Gaetano Oristanio - 6.5: Looked lively and created a couple of chances before his injury-forced substitution. He had a good shot on target saved. Parma missed his creativity after he went off.

Forwards

Adrian Benedyczak - 5.5: A very anonymous performance. He only had 14 touches in 76 minutes and missed a clear header in the first half. He struggled to get involved and offered very little threat up front. A disappointing display.

Mateo Pellegrino - 6.5: He was a physical presence, winning eight duels, but his finishing was wasteful. He had three shots but only one was on target. He worked hard and got into good positions but failed to provide the end product his team desperately needed.

Substitutes

Mariano Troilo - 6.0: Came on at half-time and got involved, but couldn't provide the spark needed to break down a resolute defence.

Jacob Ondrejka - 6.0: Replaced the injured Oristanio but failed to have a similar impact on the game.

Manager

C. Antón Cuesta - 4.5: A terrible day at the office. His team had a two-man advantage for a significant period and still failed to score, eventually losing the game. His tactics were ineffective, and the team showed a shocking lack of cutting edge. He'll be furious with this result.

Sportsdunia's player of the match Ivan Provedel