Serie A 2018-19, SSC Lazio 1-2 Juventus: Five Talking Points

#3 Lazio's watertight defence chokes Juventus

Lazio held Juventus by the throat

Lazio managed to do something seldom others in the league can do these days - keep the champions at an arm's length and deny goals.

In fact, Juventus didn't make any effort at goal in the first-half - literally zero shots despite having the likes of Ronaldo, Dybala, Costa et al. Zero. Nada.

That was also the first time since Opta started recording facts in 2004/05, that the Bianconeris have been rendered so toothless in the attack. And credit where credit is due - Lazio showed tremendous defensive solidity and robustness.

Bastos, Ross Wallace and Stefan Radu formed the three-man backline, but Lucas Leiva, who was positioned at the base of the midfield, often tracked back to help out in the defence.

They were quick to clear a loose ball and closely marked Juve's forwards, especially Ronaldo.

It's a shame it all fell apart towards the end as a moment of lapse allowed Cancelo to equalise, before Radu's desperate attempt to stop him in the box allowed Ronaldo to pour cold water over all their efforts.

But what a performance. Lazio must be proud despite the loss.