Nigerian international Fisayo Dele Bashiru was among the goals on Sunday, October 18, 2026, as Lazio secured a commanding 3–0 victory over Juventus in their Serie A clash at the Allianz Stadium in Turin.
The midfielder put the finishing touch on an outstanding team performance, scoring Lazio’s third goal in the 89th minute to complete a memorable away victory against one of Italian football’s biggest clubs.
Dele Bashiru Delivers the Final Blow
Introduced in the second half, Dele Bashiru made his opportunity count, finding the back of the net just before the final whistle. His goal came after fellow substitutes and teammates had helped Lazio maintain their attacking threat against a Juventus side struggling to find a response.
The Nigerian midfielder received the ball from Andrea Pinamonti before completing the move to make it 3–0. His late strike capped a clinical counter-attacking performance from the visitors and left the home supporters with little to celebrate.
How Lazio Beat Juventus
Lazio took the lead in the 37th minute through Oliver Provstgaard, who headed home to give the visitors an advantage at half-time.
Gustav Isaksen doubled Lazio’s lead in the 66th minute with a precise finish, putting Juventus under increasing pressure. Dele Bashiru then delivered the decisive third goal in the closing stages.
Despite playing in front of their home crowd, Juventus failed to score, while Lazio made their chances count at crucial moments.
What the Goal Means for Dele Bashiru
For Dele Bashiru, the goal was an important moment in his return to goalscoring after an injury layoff. It also offered another reminder of the attacking contribution he can bring to Lazio from midfield.
His ability to arrive in dangerous positions, drive forward and contribute in the final third makes him a valuable option for both club and country. Performances like this could also strengthen his case for a more prominent role as the season progresses.
Lazio Send a Strong Message
Lazio’s 3–0 triumph was more than just an away win. It demonstrated their ability to remain organised, punish opponents on the counter-attack and finish matches with authority.
With Dele Bashiru adding his name to the scoresheet, the Nigerian midfielder gave Lazio fans another reason to celebrate while delivering a moment of pride for Nigerian football supporters.
Final Score: Juventus 0–3 Lazio
⚽ Oliver Provstgaard — 37′
⚽ Gustav Isaksen — 66′
⚽ Fisayo Dele-Bashiru — 89′
Nigerian football is making its mark in Italy, and Dele-Bashiru made sure his contribution was impossible to ignore.