Fisayo Dele-Bashiru Scores in Lazio’s 5-1 Thrashing of Monza – A Rising Star in Serie A?

Lazio delivered a dominant performance on Sunday, thrashing Monza 5-1 at the Stadio Olimpico, with Nigerian midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru getting on the scoresheet in emphatic fashion.

The hosts ran riot with goals from Pedro, who netted a brace, Adam Marusic, and Taty Castellanos. But it was Dele-Bashiru’s late strike that added an extra layer of excitement to an already thrilling encounter.

Introduced in the 65th minute for Gustav Isaksen, the 24-year-old wasted no time in making his mark. With just two minutes left on the clock, he latched onto a perfectly timed through ball, took a confident stride forward, and unleashed a powerful left-footed shot into the roof of the net from a tight angle—an absolute beauty of a finish.

With three goals in 15 league appearances this season, Dele-Bashiru is slowly but surely proving that he belongs at the highest level. His ability to make an impact off the bench raises an interesting question—should Marco Baroni consider giving him more starts?

A Star in the Making?

Dele-Bashiru’s development at Lazio has been intriguing. While he has not yet cemented a regular starting spot, performances like this suggest he has the quality to become an integral part of the team. His physicality, technical ability, and eye for goal make him a valuable asset, and if given more playing time, he could become one of the standout midfielders in Serie A.

For Nigerian football fans, seeing another Super Eagles talent shining in Europe is exciting. With the African Cup of Nations qualifiers and World Cup preparations on the horizon, Dele-Bashiru’s form could force the national team selectors to take a closer look at him.

As Lazio continues its push for European football next season, having a game-changer like Dele-Bashiru in their ranks could prove invaluable. If he keeps delivering, it won’t be long before he’s no longer just an impact substitute but a key figure in Lazio’s midfield.

What do you think? Should Dele-Bashiru be given a bigger role at Lazio? Let’s discuss in the comments!