Martusciello feels Lazio had ‘aura of negativity’ against Udinese

Lazio assistant coach Giovanni Martusciello was dejected following the painful 2-1 defeat to an out-of-form Udinese, referring to the ‘aura of negativity’ current.

The Biancocelesti got here into the match hungry to reply after their Champions League exit final week, however their points in entrance of purpose continued to plague them as a suspended Maurizio Sarri watched on from the stands.

Udinese took a 1-0 lead by means of Lorenzo Lucca simply after the break however nearly instantly conceded as Mattia Zaccagni pressured an personal purpose from Lautaro Giannetti. They responded nearly instantly by means of Oier Zarraga, taking a 2-1 benefit that they defended for the remainder of the second half, securing simply their fourth win of the time period.

Chatting with DAZN by way of TMW, Martusciello first reacted to Lazio’s 2-1 defeat to Udinese.

“Within the second half we took to the pitch with the identical want as within the first half, with the distinction that we went behind after the primary mistake.

“It’s clear that in the event that they equalise immediately after which take the lead once more it turns into robust, there’s an aura of negativity that made us pay dearly for each scenario.

“It’s a must to put in your coronary heart and settle for the appropriate criticism, if there’s no enthusiasm it turns into actually laborious.”

He was requested concerning the defensive work of the midfielders and forwards within the Lazio system.

“If we take the targets conceded tonight for example, we will’t be happy. Within the defensive section, nevertheless, I discover that everybody needs to make their contribution. Typically we do effectively, generally not.

“Possibly we lack the spirit of initiative. It was essential to make an additional run to ensure ourselves solidity. On Udinese’s first purpose we have been six or seven within the penalty space, which signifies that there was appropriate positioning however little focus.

“In comparison with different groups, we mark the areas within the penalty space effectively. We make errors being aggressive, it’s clear.”

The Lazio assistant coach defined why he took over Ciro Motionless and Luis Alberto within the second half.

“We needed to introduce more energizing gamers and improve the attacking stress. Udinese made life tough for us as a result of they put so many gamers within the space. I don’t know if Motionless and Castellanos can play collectively.

“They’re two central strikers, they step on one another’s toes and the situations aren’t there. It takes time to enhance sure conditions. I’m not saying that they’re poor, however that there’s work to be completed.”

Martusciello was requested why Lazio have declined a lot this season.

“We’re enjoying each 4 days and in opposition to groups of a sure stage. In Turin we gained regardless of many difficulties, then there was a number of chasing between unfavourable conditions and midweek video games.

“There was no likelihood to regain power, we get to video games with a shortness of breath, particularly on a psychological stage. The boys run, and lots, however for those who come from three defeats you threat inflicting confusion.”

Lastly, Martusciello mentioned the situation of Ivan Provedel, who went down with an ankle harm within the closing levels of the match.

“There’s nothing new, he felt ache in his ankle.”