Stefano Pioli hails Lazio character following Parma victory

Lazio manager Stefano Pioli has praised the "character and determination" of his players to come from behind in their 2-1 victory against Parma this afternoon.

The Biancocelesti went down to Raffaele Palladino's header, but a quick equaliser from Stefano Mauri and a second-half goal from Felipe Anderson sealed a first win in four league games.

"We got back to winning ways, which is what we wanted, and did so with character and determination against a hungry Parma side," Pioli told Sky Sport Italia.

"The players gave a strong response, above all in terms of character and focus. It had been too long since our last victory and we did well to get back on track after going behind, while we had more chances to finish it off earlier."

Lazio are currently fifth in the Serie A table.