Roma Defeats Lazio 2-0 in Derby

Roma secured a significant 2-0 victory over Lazio in the Derby della Capitale, marking a pivotal win for coach Claudio Ranieri, who is steering the team away from the relegation zone. Goals from Lorenzo Pellegrini and Alexis Saelemaekers in the first half helped Roma rise to 10th place in Serie A, though they remain 12 points behind Lazio in the Champions League race. Despite the win, Lazio's coach Marco Baroni noted that Roma has improved under Ranieri, making them a more formidable opponent than two months ago. Both coaches acknowledged the passionate nature of the derby, with Baroni emphasizing that anything can happen in these matches, regardless of current standings. As the teams continue their campaigns, Ranieri's leadership is being recognized for steadying Roma amidst earlier turmoil. Fans and players alike are highly motivated by the derby atmosphere, promising an intense rivalry ahead.