Serie A: Lazio Vence, Nuno Tavares Expulso

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Lazio Soars, Nuno Tavares Sees Red: Serie A Match Recap

Lazio secured a crucial 2-0 victory over a ten-man Monza on Sunday, thanks to goals from Ciro Immobile and Felipe Anderson. The match was marred by a controversial red card for Arsenal loanee Nuno Tavares, who was sent off for a reckless challenge in the first half.

Early Dominance and Immobile's Opener

Lazio started the match with intent, dominating possession and creating several early chances. The pressure paid off in the 10th minute when Ciro Immobile received a clever pass from Luis Alberto and finished expertly past Michele Di Gregorio.

Nuno Tavares' Red Card Changes the Game

The match took a dramatic turn in the 24th minute when Nuno Tavares received a straight red card for a dangerous tackle on Lazio midfielder Luis Alberto. The challenge, deemed reckless by the referee, left the Portuguese defender with no room for argument. Monza was left to defend with ten men for the majority of the match.

Anderson Seals the Deal

Despite being a man down, Monza put up a valiant fight, but Lazio's superior quality shone through. In the 71st minute, Felipe Anderson sealed the victory with a powerful strike from outside the box, leaving Di Gregorio with no chance.

A Vital Three Points for Lazio

The win was a crucial one for Lazio, who remain in the hunt for a Champions League spot. They now sit in fifth place in the Serie A table, just three points behind fourth-placed Inter Milan.

Monza's Fight But No Reward

Monza, despite the setback, showed resilience and never gave up. However, the numerical disadvantage proved too much to overcome. They remain in 11th place in the table, fighting for a comfortable mid-table finish.

Key Takeaways

• Lazio's attacking prowess: Ciro Immobile and Felipe Anderson continue to be lethal in front of goal.
• Nuno Tavares' costly mistake: The red card cost Monza any chance of getting back into the match.
• Monza's resilience: Despite being down to ten men, Monza kept fighting and pushed Lazio until the final whistle.

Looking Ahead

Lazio will be looking to build on this momentum as they prepare for their next fixture against Fiorentina. Monza will be hoping to bounce back from this defeat when they face Sassuolo.