Roma is aiming for a top-four finish in Serie A as they prepare to face Genoa this Sunday. This match is crucial for both teams, with Roma seeking Champions League qualification, while Genoa fights to escape relegation.
Match Preview: Genoa vs Roma
In their last outing, Roma squandered a two-goal lead against Juventus, resulting in a thrilling 3-3 draw. Goals from Wesley, Evan N’Dicka, and Donyell Malen secured only one point for the Giallorossi. Despite this setback, they remain just ahead of Juventus in the standings.
Roma currently sits above sixth-placed Juventus after 27 rounds of play. The intense competition for Champions League spots includes reigning champions Napoli, with only the two Milan clubs appearing safe at the moment. Roma also has Europa League commitments, facing Bologna in the last 16 match next week.
Historical Context
Recent history favors Roma, as they have scored in their last ten away matches against Genoa. Moreover, they have lost only once in their last 21 league encounters. However, Genoa recently pulled off an upset with a 4-1 victory over Roma back in September 2023, followed by a 1-1 draw in their last home match.
Daniele De Rossi, a former Roma player and coach, now manages Genoa, striving to keep them in Serie A. His opponent, Gian Piero Gasperini, has a long history with Genoa, having led the club to notable successes in his previous spells.
Genoa’s Recent Form
- Genoa has gained just one win in their last five matches.
- After a 2-0 defeat to Inter, they lie three points above the relegation zone.
- However, they have won three of their last four home games, scoring at least twice in each match.
Team News
Roma will be without key players due to injuries. Paulo Dybala is set for knee surgery, while Evan Ferguson and Artem Dovbyk are unavailable. Donyell Malen has become Roma’s main striker, joining Matias Soule as the team’s leading scorer.
On the Genoa side, De Rossi will miss several players, including Sebastian Otoa and Tommaso Baldanzi due to injuries. Lorenzo Colombo is expected to lead the attack for Genoa, tallying six goals this season.
Possible Lineups
| Genoa | Roma |
|---|---|
| Bijlow | Svilar |
| Marcandalli | Mancini |
| Ostigard | Ndicka |
| Vasquez | Ghilardi |
| Ellertsson | Celik |
| Amorim | Cristante |
| Frendrup | Kone |
| Malinovskyi | Rensch |
| Martin | Pisilli |
| Vitinha | Pellegrini |
| Colombo | Malen |
Prediction
The match is likely to end in a 2-2 draw. While Roma’s defense has been strong, they recently conceded three goals. Genoa is expected to continue their scoring streak at home, making this clash a thrilling encounter.
