Baroni: "I Don’t Need To Boast About Personal Achievements. I Defend The Team’s Progress — That’s What Matters. We Fought Against One Of The Strongest Squads In Europe And Responded With Character."

The highly anticipated clash between Inter Milan and Lazio at San Siro ended in an electrifying 2-2 draw, with Pedro emerging as the hero for the Biancoceleste thanks to a vital brace that canceled out goals from Bisseck and Dumfries. The match, filled with drama and intensity, saw tempers flare toward the end, especially during Lazio’s late penalty decision, which resulted in both Marco Baroni and Simone Inzaghi being sent off.

Despite the sideline incident, Baroni chose to focus on the positives and highlighted his team’s determination during the post-match press conference. “I regret the red card, for both myself and Inzaghi,” said the Lazio coach. “He’s an excellent coach doing a fantastic job. Honestly, I simply pointed out that not everyone should be standing up. We didn’t shout or cause a scene — it felt like a harsh decision.”

Baroni, however, refused to dwell on the controversy, emphasizing the pride he felt for his players. “When you give everything, there’s little room for regret,” he explained. “I told the boys we have one more game to win, and we’ll see how the table looks after that. We fought against one of the strongest squads in Europe and responded with character. Even after falling behind twice, we never gave up.”

Pedro’s performance stood out in particular, and Baroni was full of praise for the experienced Spaniard. “Pedro had a minor tendon issue and chose to start from the bench. That shows his maturity and leadership. He’s a model player — he gives his all, leads by example, and lifts the team just by being on the pitch. Players like him leave a lasting impact.”

Baroni also touched on Lazio’s journey and identity. “I don’t need to boast about personal achievements. I defend the team’s progress — that’s what matters. From the start, we’ve built a strong identity and improved constantly. We still believe in our goal and will keep pushing until the very last moment.”

Reflecting on the broader Serie A season, Baroni noted the high level of competition: “It’s a top-tier league. The average points for European qualification are high, but our focus is on the path we’ve carved. We’re still in the fight, and the team has shown incredible spirit.”

With one game remaining, Lazio remain firmly in the race for European qualification. The draw at San Siro not only showcased their ability to compete with the league’s elite but also reaffirmed their resilience and collective strength under Baroni’s leadership.