Lazio and Torino played out a thrilling 3-3 draw in Serie A at the Stadio Olimpico on Sunday. Matteo Cancellieri scored twice for Lazio, while Ché Adams and Saúl Coco found the net for Torino before Danilo Cataldi`s 103rd minute penalty salvaged a point for the home side.
The match started brightly for Torino, with Giovanni Simeone giving them an early lead. However, Cancellieri struck twice in quick succession to put Lazio 2-1 up before halftime. His first goal came from a swift counter-attack, while the second saw him beat his defender before finishing clinically.
Torino fought back strongly in the second half and equalized through Adams after good work from substitute Niels Nkounkou. The visitors then thought they had won it when Coco headed home in stoppage time to make it 3-2.
But there was late drama as Coco conceded a penalty moments later. After a VAR review, Cataldi stepped up to convert from the spot in the 103rd minute and ensure the points were shared in a pulsating encounter.
The draw leaves both teams in mid-table, with Lazio now unbeaten in three matches. Torino will be disappointed not to hold on for the win but showed great character to twice come from behind away from home.
Match Statistics
- Possession: Lazio 49% – 51% Torino
- Shots: Lazio 9 – 16 Torino
- Shots on Target: Lazio 4 – 8 Torino
- Corners: Lazio 3 – 5 Torino
- Fouls: Lazio 13 – 22 Torino
The result keeps both sides in contention for European places as the Serie A season approaches its midway point. Lazio will hope to build on their improved form, while Torino showed they can compete with the league`s top teams on their day.