Lazio Snatch Late Equalizer Against 10-Man Juventus in Thrilling Serie A Clash

A dramatic Serie A encounter at the Stadio Olimpico saw Lazio rescue a 1-1 draw against Juventus in the dying moments of stoppage time, extending Juventus' unbeaten run to six games in matches where they have received a red card (W2 D4). The result also marked the first time since January 2016 that Lazio failed to win a league match when playing against 10 men for over 60 minutes.

Juventus struck first in the second half, with Kolo Muani heading in from close range following a pinpoint cross from Weston McKennie. The Bianconeri looked to be in control, registering 0.79 xG, and seemed set for a crucial away victory until a moment of madness changed the game's dynamics. Defender Pierre Kalulu lashed out at Castellanos, prompting VAR intervention and resulting in a red card for the Juventus player.

With the numerical advantage, Lazio poured forward relentlessly, clocking up an impressive 1.72 xG as Mario Gila, Vecino, Pedro, Romagnoli, and Dia all came close to equalizing. The Biancocelesti also had a penalty shout overturned by VAR, adding to the drama.

However, just when it seemed Juventus would hold on, Matías Vecino prodded home from close range in the 96th minute, capitalizing on a saved header from Castellanos. Vecino's goal, timed at 95:42, became the second-latest goal Juventus have conceded in Serie A over the past 20 seasons, just behind Criscito's strike for Genoa in May 2022.

The draw means Lazio leapfrog Roma into fifth place, now level on points with Juventus, who remain ahead only on goal difference. The battle for top-four spots in Serie A continues to heat up, with both sides eager to secure European football next season.