ROMA (Interstat) — Fisayo Dele-Bashiru and Pedro scored three minutes apart in the first half Saturday as Lazio opened its Serie A season with a 2-1 victory over Pisa at Stadio Olimpico.

The match was the first of the 2026-27 Italian top-flight campaign for both clubs. Lazio, playing before its home supporters, seized control early after conceding the opening goal. Pisa took a 1-0 lead in the 23rd minute when substitute Stefano Moreo, who had just entered the match, found the net. The goal came after a buildup that saw Gabriele Piccinini provide the assist.

Lazio responded quickly. In the 33rd minute, defender Dele-Bashiru equalized with a finish off an assist from Mario Gila. Two minutes later, forward Pedro put Lazio ahead for good, converting a chance set up by Tijjani Noslin. The three goals came in a span of 12 minutes, with Pedro’s strike in the 35th minute proving to be the decisive tally.

The match featured three yellow cards. Lazio defender Gila was booked in the 10th minute. Noslin, a Lazio forward, received a yellow in the 29th minute. Pisa substitute Piccinini was shown a card in the 72nd minute.

Lazio’s victory improved its record to 1-0 in Serie A and 1-0 across all competitions. Pisa fell to 0-1 in league play and 0-1 overall. The result marked a strong start for Lazio under its current coaching staff, while Pisa will look to rebound in its next fixture.

Dele-Bashiru’s goal was his first of the season for Lazio. The defender played the full match and was a steady presence at the back in addition to his offensive contribution. Pedro, a veteran forward, demonstrated his finishing ability with the go-ahead goal. Noslin’s assist on Pedro’s strike highlighted his creative role in the attack. Gila provided the assist for Dele-Bashiru’s goal, showcasing his ability to join the attack from defense. For Pisa, Moreo’s goal as a substitute showed the team’s depth, and Piccinini’s assist on the play gave Pisa an early lead.

The match unfolded in front of a crowd at Stadio Olimpico, the historic venue that also serves as the home of Roma and the Italy national team. Lazio controlled possession for much of the contest and created several chances beyond the goals. Pisa defended resolutely but could not hold onto the early advantage.

The first half featured an aggressive tempo, with both sides pressing high. Lazio’s midfield, anchored by Noslin, dictated play after the equalizer. Pisa struggled to generate sustained pressure after taking the lead, and Lazio’s backline, including Dele-Bashiru and Gila, limited clear opportunities for the visitors.

The second half saw fewer clear-cut chances. Lazio managed the game effectively, maintaining its one-goal lead while Pisa pushed for an equalizer. Pisa’s best opportunity came shortly after Piccinini’s booking, but Lazio goalkeeper held firm. The final minutes saw Pisa throw numbers forward, but Lazio’s defense held.

Interstat’s game simulator had projected a final score of Lazio 1, Pisa 1. Interstat’s ELO system had projected Lazio with a 98.50 percent probability to win.