Lazio coach Simone Inzaghi is delighted with his players after going top of the table following their 2-0 defeat of Bologna.

Luis Alberto and Joaquin Correa struck early for the Romans.

“If I'd been told we'd be here in Week 26, I'd have been surprised… At the same time, I felt very confident after pre-season training, I saw what the lads could give and were prepared to give," Inzaghi told Sky Sport Italia.

“We have top players who work hard, but we have a great group. It was tough for me to leave Denis Vavro and Felipe Caicedo on the bench today, but calculating the Bologna characteristics, it seemed right to use Luiz Felipe. I am glad the lads are mature and accept my decisions game to game.

“This was an extremely dangerous match for us, as we know Bologna's strengths and the motivation provided by their coach. I thought we should've scored more goals in the first half, but then struggled a little after the break, as Bologna fought back."