Lazio boss Stefano Pioli is delighted with the goalscoring form of Stefano Mauri.

His brace in victory over Atalanta made it six goals in 10 games.

"In Italian football, it's not good to give opponents a reference point in attack. We need time to vary, but the lads seek movement, have fun with their football and are improving tactically," said Pioli.

"Mauri is a very intelligent player, one of the best at controlling free zones on the field and giving his teammates more options in possession."