23.04.2026 16:02
In the semi-final of the Italian Cup, Lazio secured their spot in the final by defeating Atalanta 2-1 on penalties after the match ended 1-1 in regular and extra time, following a 2-2 draw in the first leg. Lazio goalkeeper Edoardo Motta became a star by making four consecutive saves during the penalty shootout. The Italian press described Motta as 'The hero of millions'.
In the rematch of the Coppa Italia semi-final after a 2-2 draw, Atalanta faced Lazio. The regular time of the match played at New Balance Arena ended 1-1.
GOALS IN THE FINAL MOMENTS
Lazio's goal came from Alessio Romagnoli in the 84th minute, while Atalanta equalized in the 86th minute with Mario Pasalic, sending the match to extra time. With no goals scored in extra time, the match went to penalties.
SAVED 4 CONSECUTIVE PENALTIES
Lazio secured their spot in the final by overcoming their opponent 2-1 in the penalty shootout. Lazio's goalkeeper Edoardo Motta became the star of the night by making 4 consecutive saves during the penalties. Lazio will face Inter, where Hakan Çalhanoğlu plays, in the final.
"HERO OF MILLIONS"
After the match, striking comments were made in the Italian press about Lazio's star goalkeeper Edoardo Motta. La Gazzetta dello Sport referred to Motta as "Hero of millions!" while Corriere dello Sport described him as a "Penalty monster."