The stage is set for a thrilling Coppa Italia Final at the Stadio Olimpico tonight, and even Lazio’s own director, Angelo Maria Fabbiani, is pinching himself. "We didn’t even expect it, to be honest," he admits, embracing the underdog role against a formidable Inter side. It’s a moment that feels almost surreal for the Biancocelesti, a team that has defied the odds to reach the 79th edition of Italy’s premier cup competition.

Kick-off is at 20.00 UK time (21.00 CEST), and the winner will be decided in 90 minutes—or, if needed, extra time and penalties. For Inter, this is a chance to complete a historic Double after clinching the Serie A title. But for Lazio, the stakes are arguably higher. A win would not only salvage their season but also secure a spot in the Europa League, turning a campaign of transition into a triumphant one.

Fabbiani reflects on the journey that brought them here, highlighting the team’s remarkable resilience. "Following the renewal and rejuvenation of the squad, we didn’t expect Motta would take us to the Final with one of the best goalkeeping performances of all time," he says, referring to young Edoardo Motta. The 22-year-old shot-stopper, who made his Serie A debut just months ago after an injury to Ivan Provedel, became an instant hero in the semi-final against Atalanta in Bergamo, saving four consecutive penalties in a dramatic shoot-out. "We can dream about a huge surprise," Fabbiani adds. "If it doesn’t happen, we can still say we believed."

These two sides met just days ago at the same venue in Serie A, where Inter cruised to a 3-0 victory, with Lazio’s Alessio Romagnoli seeing red. But tonight’s atmosphere promises to be different. For the first time in months, Lazio’s ultras will be in full voice, ending their protest boycott to rally behind the team. It’s a boost that could tip the scales in a Final where anything can happen—and where Lazio have already proven that the improbable is possible.