Fiorentina Women Edge Lazio in Thrilling 2–1 Comeback

Fiorentina Women overturned a first‑half deficit to defeat Lazio Women 2–1 in their Italian Women’s Serie A clash on 18 May 2026. The comeback keeps Fiorentina’s slim hopes of a top‑three finish alive, while Lazio slip further away from the European places.

Match Overview

Lazio started brightly and took the lead through Beatrice Beretta in the 18th minute, finishing coolly after a defensive mix‑up. The hosts struggled to find their rhythm in the first half, but emerged after the break with renewed intensity. Margherita Monnecchi levelled in the 54th minute with a stunning long‑range strike, and substitute Martina Gelmetti headed home a corner 20 minutes later to complete the turnaround.

Key Moments

• 18’ – Beretta capitalised on a loose backpass and slotted past the keeper.
• 54’ – Monnecchi’s thunderous effort from 25 yards flew into the top corner.
• 74’ – Gelmetti rose highest to meet a corner and powered a header into the net.
• 88’ – Lazio’s Claudia Palmeri hit the crossbar with a free‑kick, almost snatching a point.

Tactical Battle

Fiorentina’s coach adjusted formation at half‑time, switching from a 4‑3‑3 to a more aggressive 3‑4‑3. This allowed them to press higher and overload Lazio’s backline. Lazio, who had been comfortable in the first half, struggled to cope with the intensity and eventually dropped deeper, inviting pressure.

Standings Impact

The win moves Fiorentina Women to fourth place, now level on points with fifth‑placed Roma Women but with a superior goal difference. Lazio remain in seventh, six points off the top five with only three matches left, making their European qualification dream a distant hope.

Player of the Match

Margherita Monnecchi was the catalyst: her equaliser changed the momentum, and her overall play (key passes, dribbles, defensive work) was outstanding.