Mattia Zaccagni left Bellaria and arrived at Lazio, working hard and conquering the most prestigious stages with work and sacrifices. The winger has always done quite well and has always had qualities that made one think he could explode one day. The turning point for him, after the years with Venezia, Verona and Cittadella, was his return to Hellas, with which he found enough continuity in Serie B, but was unable to do the same in Serie A in the relegation year. A new promotion experienced as a protagonist guarantees him ownership this time also in the top category. In his second year his numbers change, the goals become 5, to add to several assists. There Lazio he sets his sights on him, who scores 2 goals in the first 2 of the following year and further convinces the Biancocelesti to buy him on loan with obligation to buy for 7 million euros plus 2 in bonuses.
Here’s what for Zaccagni start a new career. There are many expectations, but above all the pressure changes because what a place like Rome generates in Italy is probably not done by any other city. Many think that a period of settling in is needed for him, that he needs time outside to understand well how things work. He ended his first season with 5 goals, plus the 2 scored against Hellas. Not bad, but the best is yet to come. The class of ’95 is starting to get going, thanks also to a preparation made entirely with Lazio. What is striking is his speed of execution, the timeliness of his insertions, his constant presence in the goal area and, finally, his predisposition to the defensive phase. Sarri’s football has improved him and so in 2022-2023 he scores 10 goals in the league, reaching double figures. There Juventus he keeps an eye on him, other big names inquire, the contract begins to worry Lotito and the club, so 2023-2024 is not as extraordinary as the previous year, but he still scores 7 goals. New controversies seem inevitable, instead the long-awaited contract renewal until 2029 is announced, which demonstrates his attachment to the shirt and reassures Lazio fans.
At the moment he has 5 appearances for Italy, but this is of little importance. He has an entire European Championship to increase them, but above all to finally dedicate himself to becoming a top player, what many believe he can become. A showcase as important as that of the continental event really cannot be wasted. It’s up to him to make a difference. Today Mattia Zaccagni turns 29.
