The Serie A football match between Juventus and Lazio on Saturday saw both teams playing their best football of the season, but it was Juventus who emerged victorious with a convincing 2-1 win.
Juventus' victory was all thanks to two goals from Gonzalo Higuain, who has been in prolific form this season. The Argentine striker scored his first goal for the club since joining from Napoli in January, while he also added another late on to secure the three points for his side.
However, it wasn't just Higuain's performance that stood out in the match. Both teams were heavily involved in high-intensity tackles throughout the game, which resulted in several injuries being sustained by both sides.
Injuries included a torn ligament for Juventus defender Danilo, who will be out for up to six weeks. Meanwhile, Lazio midfielder Lorenzo Insigne was forced off after colliding with Juventus forward Paulo Dybala in the final minutes of the match.
Despite these setbacks, both teams showed great resilience and determination in the face of adversity. However, the absence of key players such as Insigne and Dybala could potentially affect their chances of success in future matches.
Overall, it was a thrilling match between two top-tier Serie A teams, and the injury update following the match highlights the importance of having a strong squad depth in order to cope with injuries during games.