JUVE VS LAZIO 1 - 2

Lazio are in the Coppa Italia Final after a 2-1 victory away to Juventus inspired by Mauro Zarate's stunner, 4-2 on aggregate.

The Biancocelesti had won the first leg 2-1 by fighting back from Marco Marchionni's opener and reiterated their dominance in Turin. Having fallen 10 points behind Inter, the pressure was on Juve to win the Coppa or end the season empty-handed, so it was no surprise when the Olimpico crowd jeered its squad, Coach Claudio Ranieri and club officials in the final stages.

Goran Pandev and Mobido Diakhite' were out injured, while the home side missed Giorgio Chiellini, Amauri, Hasan Salihamidzic, Momo Sissoko and Albin Ekdal. Alessandro Del Piero, Pavel Nedved, Nicola Legrottaglie and Christian Molinaro were rested in favour of David Trezeguet, Sebastian Giovinco, Lorenzo Ariaudo and Paolo De Ceglie.

Before kick-off Juve fans responded to accusations of racism against Mario Balotelli by unveiling a banner: 'Davids, Seedorf, Sissoko - real champions, real idols.'

Player Ratings

Juventus

Buffon -5.5: He was the busiest of the two goalkeepers on the night as Foggia and Zarate kept him on his toes. The Italian tried but failed to save Zarate's unstoppable drive from distance, it wasn't his fault as the finish was worthy of beating any goalkeeper. He was also unlucky on the second.

Grygera -5.0: The Czech defender made a number of good clearances, but, perhaps, he should have done better to close down Matuzalem for the pass which led to Zarate scoring. He was also unfortunate for Lazio's second goal.

Mellberg -5.5: The former Aston Villa man was always solid in the middle and worked hard on the night. He made some vital blocks and his aerial prowess ensured most crosses into the danger areas were well dealt with when they were fizzed in.

Ariaudo -5.0: The youngster was up against it as he tried to stop Mauro Zarate and he did a good job to frustrate the hit man as he kept a tight lid on his man. However, he was unable to block the striker's super goal. Still a lot to learn.

De Ceglie -4.5: The most troubled of the defenders. He prodded along. Perhaps he should have helped his side on the wings when going forward. He struggled against Foggia's silky runs and always looked second best to the Lazio ace.

Marchionni -5.0: A less than perfect game from the midfielder. His poor clearance early on almost allowed Rocchi to score. Got better as the game went on, but his crossing from the right was less than perfect. Subbed at half time for being ineffective.

Tiago -6.0: The Portuguese was the better of the Juventus players. Only just though. Some nice passing and distribution early on. He was solid in the middle and he helped win back plenty of loose balls. His defending was top-class when under pressure.

Marchisio -5.5: He controlled the midfield well with Tiago, but found it hard to penetrate. He let frustration get to him and earned himself a yellow card for an avoidable foul on Zarate. Not one of his best performances, but he worked well nevertheless.

Giovinco -5.0: The little Italian would have been given a higher rating had his game continued beyond the first half. Showed the odd touch of magic. His crossing and passing into the final third was of exceptional quality. He was always at the centre of the action as he played behind the front two, but this position seemed to make him less effective than when he plays wide on the left wing.

Iaquinta -4.5: He struggled to get into the danger areas and he was marked out of the game by Rozenhal. His partnership with Trezeguet never really gelled on a forgettable night for the hitman.

Trezeguet -6.0: The Frenchman was captain for the night and he led by example. Trezeguet did well to help when his side were on the back foot and he made some vital headers from corners. Good movement off the ball as he found space to shoot, but he was denied a goal by Muslera. Always dangerous.

Subs

Nedved -6.0: Great attacking play and he was unlucky to see his well placed header come back off the post.

Camoranesi -4.0: The Italian was in fine form on the night. He should have started the game such was his second half impact. But he spoiled his game by getting sent off for dissent.

Del Piero -6.5: Made plenty of difference when he came on and scored a magnificent goal using all his skill and prowess. The traditional Del Piero never let his side down.

Lazio

Muslera -6.5: The Lazio custodian was a spectator for most of the game as his side pressed Juve down the other end. However, he did make a good save low to his right from a Trezeguet strike when called upon. He also made a fantastic save in second half on Trezeguet header and he was always alert in Turin.

Lichtsteiner -6.0: The defender got up and down the right wing like a train. He was solid and showed great heart and lungs as he never stopped playing until the final whistle.

Siviglia -6.5: The Italian was clean, calm and composed at all times. He hardly made a mistake in defence as he showed a commanding presence. Siviglia made several vitals blocks and clearances.

Rozenhal -6.0: The former Newcastle man stayed close to Iaquinta and made life hard for the Italian. He used some underhand tactics which went unnoticed by the referee on several occasions, but it did the job for his side.

Kolarov -7.0: The defender was one of the best players on the night for his side. He dealt well with Marchionni on the left. He got down the wing with plenty of freedom to and he provided the assist for Zarate to smash his side into the lead. Scored a great second goal for his side, but he was lucky too as the ball took a deflection which helped beat Buffon on its way in.

Brocchi -5.5: The former Milan man played with plenty of energy and hunger. He was all over the place positively and effectively. He worked hard and was rock solid as he held control of Lazio's midfield but he was replaced early in the second half which explains he lower rating.

Ledesma -6.0: The midfielder was always alert. His high-powered runs and pinpoint free kick delivery were always dangerous. A good performance overall as he helped his side into the final.

Matuzalem -5.5: The Brazilian started the match following his good showing against Catania last week but he blew the chance to impress and he earned a yellow card for foul on Giovinco. As a result, he will not play in the final.

Foggia -6.0: The Italian was the danger man for his side on the night. All of the play came through him and he was the thorn in Juve's side on the left wing. He created several chances with his accurate passing and quick thinking.

Rocchi -6.5: The striker was alert and ready to pounce every time the ball came close to the final third, but, unlike the first leg, he failed to get his name on the score sheet despite his good play. He did the simple things right and he runs distracted the Juve defence.

Zarate 8.5: Zarate should have scored when he was fed by Foggia. Ariaudo failed to pick up his run and the Argentine fired a missile on goal, but it fizzed wide. He made up for that though with a contender for goal of the season. The hitman made Buffon look average with a sublime right-foot strike from outside the box which hit the top corner like a guided missile. Man of the match, he was simply unstoppable as he tore Juventus to pieces.