Baroni confirms Guendouzi absence and sets Lazio standards for UEL finale.
Marco Baroni has pushed his Lazio players to provide a ‘fantastic’ performance against Braga in the Europa League on Thursday evening, despite the fact that the Biancocelesti have already qualified and will be missing many important first-team players.
Lazio currently leads the Europa League rankings. A point against Braga will be enough to secure their place at the top by the conclusion of the round, although Lazio may still finish first even if they lose due to goal difference.
Baroni discusses Lazio’s Europa League intentions.
During his pre-match news conference on Wednesday evening, Baroni expressed his delight in his players while also setting the tone for tomorrow’s away encounter against Braga.
He hopes to rebound after a disheartening 2-1 loss to Fiorentina in Serie A on Sunday.
“I grow in every game, those who do this job have to be ambitious and have to set themselves goals going beyond their usual limits,” Baroni remarked, according to reports from TMW. “I’m not happy with what happened on Sunday, I accept the criticism and I have to take it.”
He said, “Football varies by level.” There are several steps. I worked hard for this opportunity, but the players deserve a lot of credit for the outcomes. I am pleased with our progress, but we have yet to do anything. If we want to be ambitious, we must ask a lot of ourselves both personally and collectively.
“This rivalry is fantastic, but there is also a continuing journey in the league. Tomorrow, even if we’re up against a tough opponent, we’ll need to perform well despite our absences.”
Baroni gives transfer and fitness reports for Guendouzi and Dia.
Baroni also shared updates on Matteo Guendouzi and Boulaye Dia.
“Guendouzi was sick with the flu and stayed in Rome. We also have Dia, who rested this morning but is now with us. I need to assess. Gila is expected to play in midfield, as he is capable of doing so.
Additionally, there was an update on the January transfer market. Baroni expressed interest in new players, but emphasized that he is not responsible for the transfer market.
“I realize that the window is open, and I have spoken with the club about any potential requirements, but it is not my responsibility. My concentration is always on the players I have available, followed by those that come in. I consider what I currently have rather than what I could have.
“I’ll repeat, despite the absences, I expect the team to put in a great performance.”
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