Frosinone vs Lazio: Gattuso’s Men Edge Thrilling Friendly Ahead of Coppa Italia

• by Shimanta Das
• August 11, 2026

In the final friendly of the summer, Lazio secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Frosinone at the Stadio Stirpe, providing a fitting prelude to their upcoming Coppa Italia campaign. The match, played on Sunday, August 9, 2026, saw Gennaro Gattuso’s side tested by a resilient Frosinone outfit, but ultimately, a decisive penalty from Mattia Zaccagni sealed the win.

The hosts took a surprising lead in the 12th minute, capitalizing on a defensive lapse to stun the visitors. However, Lazio responded with characteristic composure. Just before the half-hour mark, Zaccagni equalized with a clinical finish, marking his second brace of the preseason. The match remained finely poised until the 43rd minute, when a foul in the box awarded Lazio a penalty. Zaccagni stepped up and coolly converted, sending the goalkeeper the wrong way and securing the lead just before halftime.

Despite the victory, Gattuso will have noted areas for improvement, particularly in the opening exchanges where Frosinone’s pressing caused problems. The performance of goalkeeper Palmisani, who made a crucial save from a Rovella free-kick early on, was a highlight for the home side. For Lazio, the win extends their perfect record in summer friendlies, but the real test begins on August 16 when they face the same opponents in the Coppa Italia.

This encounter served as a valuable rehearsal for both teams, who will meet again in Serie A later in the season. For Lazio, the focus now shifts to the Coppa Italia, where they will aim to carry this momentum forward. The match also provided a glimpse of the tactical battles to come, with both managers using the friendly to fine-tune their squads. As the season approaches, Lazio fans will be encouraged by the team’s resilience and Zaccagni’s red-hot form.