The Biancocelesti started their European campaign brightly, drawing Atletico Madrid and overcoming Celtic, but their third match, a 3-1 loss to the Eredivisie team, seemed significantly more tough. The loss jeopardized Lazio's prospects of reaching the knockout rounds, adding to the strain. Last season, Feyenoord was a difficult opponent for Lazio, and this season was no different, presenting a difficult assignment for the home side in front of a crowded Stadio Olimpico.
Lazio scored in the final minutes of the first half due to club captain Ciro Immobile, whose run was wonderfully captured by a floating pass from Felipe Anderson. The 33-year-old dashed into the area and around Justin Bijlow, allowing him to hit the ball into an open net. The Biancocelesti later held on to their slender advantage, battling hard defensively to clinch a crucial Champions League victory.