Lazio’s Bench Strength Shines: European Record for Goal Scorers

Lazio has achieved a remarkable feat in European football, matching Paris Saint-Germain and Atletico Madrid with ten different goal scorers coming off the bench. This record is unparalleled in Europe’s top five leagues, showcasing the team’s depth and Manager Sarri’s strategic use of substitutes.

Adam Marusic became the latest super-sub to find the net, marking Lazio’s 15th unique scorer this season. This statistic underlines the collective effort and involvement of the entire squad in the team’s campaign.

Marusic’s goal, his first as a substitute, came at a crucial moment, echoing his match-winning performance against Juventus last March. Interestingly, Lazio has never lost a match in which Marusic has scored, making him a reliable asset for the team.

Another key player proving his worth is Castellanos. Since joining in summer 2023, Lazio has won only once without him in the squad. Under Sarri’s management, the team’s point average with Castellanos on the field is an impressive 2.38 per game, dropping significantly to 0.5 in his absence.

This bench strength and the impact of players like Marusic and Castellanos demonstrate Lazio’s depth and the effectiveness of Sarri’s inclusive team philosophy, where every player is expected to contribute significantly, whether starting or coming off the bench.