Lazio veteran Pedro admits defeat to AZ Alkmaar wasn't good enough.

The Romans lost the first-leg of their round of 16 Europa Conference League tie 2-1.

Pedro said, "We lost two balls and they scored two goals, it's a pity but we have to go to the Netherlands and play a good game to move on.

“Today I am angry about the result and also about my mistake. I am always happy to score but now we have to think about Bologna.

“Of course, we have to do better than today, we had chances, but we didn't take them. It's a pity because it was a good opportunity to score, now we must think about winning the return leg.

“They put the pressure on well, they were very aggressive, but we have to play better. That's how it is in Europe, all games are difficult."