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| Martusciello after Frosinone-Lazio: "Sarri resigned to trigger a reaction |
The interim coach of Lazio expressed his thoughts following the team's away victory against Frosinone: "We approached this season with less vigor, and the players need to climb up the table," he remarked. "Sarri resigned to provoke a reaction, and today's win is evidence of that. Betrayal from the team? That's inconceivable."
Departing with a win, Giovanni Martusciello chose the optimal way to bid farewell as coach of Lazio: a triumphant comeback in Frosinone, despite evident errors, providing the Biancocelesti with respite and placing them back in contention for Europe. "Winning, especially the way we did today, brings a sense of relief," he commented on the final outcome. "Certainly, they don't intentionally lose matches; these are players who unfortunately faced difficulties in a challenging environment. We witnessed this in the first half, where they struggled emotionally and made simple errors."
While pleased with the victory, Martusciello emphasized the need for Lazio to climb the league standings. "There's a difference compared to last year," he noted. "The dynamics of the championship have shifted: we entered with slightly less energy. Over such a prolonged period, there are pivotal moments that shape the journey, starting from the outset. Avoiding losses in the first two games would have made a significant difference."
Reflecting on the atmosphere in Rome, Martusciello acknowledged the city's unique dynamics compared to Milan. "Here in Rome, people expect progress," he observed. "When you can't replicate the success of the previous year, it becomes increasingly challenging. This is also influenced by external factors, but in Rome, it's particularly complex."
Regarding the notion of betrayal within the team, Martusciello firmly rejected the idea. "A team cannot betray a coach," he asserted. "It's not in their DNA. Sarri resigned to instigate a response, recognizing that his presence had no impact. There were three options: resignation, dismissal, or an extension of the contract. We've reached this point."
Martusciello also shared his plans for the future, expressing relief at the resolution of his coaching role.
