Lazio join Inter at top of Serie A as Roma held at Como
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Lazio maintained their strong start to the Serie A season with a win over Monza, climbing level on points with Inter at the summit, while Roma were held to a draw at Como.
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Attributed to original sourceGattuso’s side ease to 3-1 win against 10-man Monza
Roma frustrated after goalless draw away at Como
Lazio moved level on points with Inter at the top of Serie A with a 3-1 win over Monza on Sunday as 10-man Roma played out the first goalless draw of the Italian season at Como .
Under Gennaro Gattuso, who has bounced back after his failure at the helm of the Italian national side who missed out on the 2026 World Cup, Lazio continued their strong start to the season. Still unbeaten, the Roman outfit secured a fifth victory in six matches to pull level on 16 points with Inter, who beat Parma 3-0 at San Siro on Saturday.
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What happened
The latest round of Serie A action saw Lazio continue their impressive early-season form with a victory over Monza, lifting them level with Inter Milan at the top of the table. Meanwhile, Roma dropped points on the road as they were held to a draw by Como, complicating their push up the standings. The results reshape the early title-race picture, with both Inter and Lazio setting the early pace and traditional contenders like Roma already playing catch-up.
Chance analysis
Lazio's emergence as a genuine contender alongside Inter is one of the early talking points of the Serie A season. Reaching the summit after a comfortable win over Monza suggests their summer squad decisions are paying off, while Roma's failure to win at Como will raise questions about their consistency. With the table still taking shape, the gap between the leaders and the chasing pack is already beginning to define the tone of the title race.
Lazio's title credentials strengthen while Roma's slow start raises early concerns about their consistency.