Felipe Caicedo reflected on his time at Lazio, the most memorable moments and their failed Scudetto fight in the 2019-20 campaign.
The Ecuadorian forward spent four years of his career with the Biancocelesti from 2017 to 2021, being the backup centre forward in Rome. During his time with Lazio, Caicedo became a fan favourite for his hard work and last minute goals, something that still hasn’t been replaced following his departure last year.
More Stories / Interviews & StatementsSpeaking to Lazio Style Radio (via La Lazio Siamo Noi), Caicedo first discussed his new adventure in Saudi Arabia and what Lazio means to him.
I recently arrived here at Abha and I’m happy with this new adventure. My memories in Italy are all linked to Lazio, my heart is there. I won the Supercoppa Italiana and from there it was perfect.
The first year was difficult but after that everything was easier, I settled in and we all know the story. Lazio and their fans are a difficult club to conquer, but it was difficult because the bar is always higher there.
He spoke highly about former teammate Ciro Immobile.
I was the backup for one of the best players in Italy, but with hard work and the help of staff and teammates I won everyone over.
I can’t explain what Ciro is, he doesn’t explain himself, just look at him. I am amazed by his mental strength, he helps his teammates, he is a leader inside and out, a phenomenon.
The 34-year-old Ecuadorian forward touched on his strong relationship with the Lazio fans.
I’ll never forget the goal in the derby, it was the most beautiful night. The 2018-19 season was the most important for me. I’m not very social, but when I’m there I talk to the fans. I get so many demonstrations of affection, I get teary-eyed reading those messages.
The relationship with Lazio fans has always been unique, different. The Biancocelesti fans are first in my heart and will always be that way. I would never have imagined staying so long at Lazio.
It’s not easy to fight against teams with a lot of money, but you have to give kudos to the management because they always manage to get to the top.
I would have liked to stay at Lazio for another four years, but unfortunately things didn’t turn out the way I wanted.
Caicedo remembered Lazio’s failed Scudetto push in the 2019-20 season.
Damn COVID, we were a strong, solid, good team. Everything was going perfectly. The 2019-20 year was important for us because we all believed in the Scudetto, us and the fans. I was the one shouting it.
He commented on his most important goal with the Biancocelesti.
The one against Cagliari because it gave us that shot to get to the top. I was on a high. The one against Juve with an assist from Correa was also important.
Finally, Caicedo underlined his continuing support for Lazio.
I still follow Lazio when I can and I cheer for them. You can see they already have an identity, they play well and I believe they will finish in the top four. This will be the year of confirmation.
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