Super Eagles midfielder Fisayo Dele Bashiru made a successful Serie A debut for Lazio in their 3-1 win over Venezia. The 23 year old, on loan from Turkish club Hatayspor with an option for a permanent move, impressed fans with his performance.
Lazio came from behind after Venezia’s Magnus Kofod Andersen opened the scoring in the third minute. Valentine Castellanos equalized in the 11th minute, followed by a Mattia Zaccagni penalty just before halftime. A late own goal by Giorgio Altare sealed the victory for Lazio.
Editorial
We believe Fisayo Dele Bashiru’s debut for Lazio marks a promising start to his Serie A career. His composed performance, especially in possession, helped solidify Lazio’s midfield in an important victory. Fans of Lazio and the Super Eagles will be eager to see how Dele Bashiru builds on this performance as the season progresses.
Dele Bashiru, part of Lazio’s midfield trio alongside Matteo Guendouzi and Nicolo Rovella, completed three dribbles and had an impressive 96% pass success rate, completing 43 of his 45 attempted passes.
The successful integration of Dele Bashiru into Lazio’s squad adds depth and quality to their midfield, and his strong debut suggests he could become a key player for the team as the season unfolds. His high pass completion rate highlights his technical ability and comfort on the ball, making him a valuable asset for Lazio’s ambitions in Serie A.
Did You Know?
Fisayo Dele Bashiru began his at Manchester City’s academy before moving to Turkey.
Lazio’s 3-1 victory over Venezia marked Dele Bashiru’s first competitive match in Serie A.
Completing 43 out of 45 passes gives Dele Bashiru a 96% pass success rate, showing his composure in possession during his debut.
Dele Bashiru has represented Nigeria at the international level, adding to his experience in top flight football.
Lazio is a historically successful club in Italian football, with multiple Serie A titles and cup victories.
