Lazio eliminated from Coppa Italia by Mantova

Lazio has been eliminated from the Coppa Italia after losing 2-0 to Mantova, a team in Serie B. The match took place at the Olimpico in Rome in front of around five thousand spectators.

Coach Rino Gattuso, making his debut with Lazio, commented on the event saying, 'It's a blow, we apologize and move forward.' He also added that the atmosphere was difficult but he does not intend to offer excuses for the defeat.

Lazio, the finalist in last year's tournament, has seen its journey in the competition come to an end. Mantova's victory is a surprise in this context, given the expectations surrounding the Lazio team.

In the context of the competition, other teams achieved significant results, with Frosinone and Genoa winning 4-1 against Juve Stabia and Ascoli respectively. Additionally, Verona advanced past Entella on penalties after a 2-2 draw.