The Lazio Marines (3-5) avenged an earlier defeat to the Albisola Pirates (1-6) with a commanding 38-10 win at Stadio delle Terme di Caracalla, handing the Pirates their fifth straight loss in a game defined by Lazio’s explosive start and defensive grit.
Marines’ early onslaught buries Pirates
QB Josiah Norwood spearheaded a flawless first quarter, scoring on a 14-yard rush before firing two touchdown passes to receiver Zane Thornton and adding a QB sneak. Kicker Jacopo Impallomeni’s conversions, paired with linebacker Adriano Araceli’s interception and lineman Cascio’s fumble recovery, staked Lazio to a 28-0 lead. The Pirates, hampered by penalties and offensive miscues, managed only a 34-yard Luca Parodi field goal before halftime.
Pirates’ struggles compound deficit
Norwood’s third TD pass to Thornton extended the margin to 35-3 at the break. Albisola’s defense briefly rallied in the fourth quarter, with cornerback Bologna returning an interception for a touchdown (converted by Davide Gregorini), but the Marines’ ground game drained the clock to seal the rout.
Rejuvenated Marines eye late surge
The win marked Lazio’s most complete performance this season, showcasing balance and defensive tenacity. For the Pirates, injuries and inconsistent execution continue to derail their inaugural IFL campaign. Lazio now prepares for a pivotal clash against the Ferrara Aquile, while Albisola seeks respite against the Varese Skorpions.