
Cup of Italy
8:00 p.mFebruary 11, 2026
Quarter finals
Renato Dall’Ara
Referee: Daniele Chiffi, Italy


bologna


Lacius
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Expected Goals (xG)
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Passing by
383 (84%)
Accurate passes
439 (88%)
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94
G
Ivan Provedel
6.6
3
d
Luca Pellegrini
6.2
13
d
Alessio Romagnoli
7.0
d
Mario Gila Fuentes
77
d
Adam Marušić (C)
6.5
24
m
Kenneth Taylor
6.7
6
m
Nicolò Rovella
6.9
m
Fisayo Dele-Bashir
9
F
Peter
7.2
27
F
Daniel Maldini
6.2
18
F
Gustav Isaksen
6.2
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Lazio progressed to the Coppa Italia after a dramatic 1-1 draw against Renato Dall’Ara’s Bologna, winning 4-2 on penalties.
The highly-anticipated Coppa Italia clash saw Lazio emerge victorious from a tense penalty shoot-out. After 120 minutes of football without being able to separate the two sides, the biancocelesti held their nerve to advance.
The Coppa Italia often offers exciting encounters, and this round of 16 tie was no different. Both Bologna and Lazio went into the match with deep cup aspirations, promising a competitive battle.
The first half started with immediate intensity. Lazio’s Mario Gila received a yellow card in the 9th minute for a hard challenge. Bologna then took control, capitalizing on home advantage.
Their efforts paid off in the 30th minute. Striker Santiago Castro found the back of the net and scored with precision. Nikola Moro provided the crucial assist and ignited the home crowd.
Bologna kept their lead at the break, having shown more attacking intent. They registered 8 shots inside the box compared to Lazio’s 4, reflecting their dominance in the opening period.
Lazio needed a quick response in the second half. Coach Maurizio Sarri, known for his tactical adjustments, probably emphasized urgency and precision in the dressing room to find the equaliser.
Indeed, Lazio started the second half with renewed vigour. Just three minutes after the restart, Tijjani Noslin restored parity in the 48th minute. Fisayo Dele-Bashiru provided the assist and set up a thrilling contest.
The game turned into a midfield battle as both teams pressed for a winner. Substitutions followed, with Bologna bringing on Remo Freuler and Lazio bringing on Danilo Cataldi to influence the pace of the game.
Neither team could break the tie in regulation time, sending the game into overtime. Despite the new changes and tired legs, the extra 30 minutes also finished goalless, setting the stage for penalties.
In the penalty shootout, Lazio proved clinical. Nuno Tavares, Boulaye Dia, Adam Marusic and Kenneth Taylor all converted their pitches. Bologna’s Lewis Ferguson and Riccardo Orsolini both missed, giving Lazio a 4-2 win.
Bologna showed strong attacking intent throughout the match, registering 13 shots in total to Lazio’s 5. However, both teams managed only 2 shots on goal. Possession was shared equally, 49% for Bologna and 51% for Lazio.
Lazio are now through to the quarter-finals of the Coppa Italia, keeping their hopes of silverware alive. Bologna, despite a spirited performance, sees its cup journey come to an end at the Renato Dall’Ara.

