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Weston McKennie’s Header Extends Scoring Surge as Juventus Draw Lazio 2-2

A new attacking role under Luciano Spalletti has unlocked a career-best output for the American midfielder.

Overview

  • McKennie scored with a 59th-minute header to start the comeback in a 2-2 home draw against Lazio.
  • The strike lifted him to seven goals across all competitions this season, a single-season high for his club career.
  • Opta-cited data lists him as the highest-scoring Serie A midfielder across all competitions since Spalletti’s late-October arrival, with seven goals in that span.
  • His contract runs through June 2026, and Italian reports indicate both player and club are open to a new deal.
  • He played 84 minutes as Juventus extended their Allianz Stadium unbeaten league run to 16 matches.