The Serie A clash on matchday 15 took place at the Stadio Olimpico, where Roma played host to Como 1907 and secured a close victory of 1-0. The game’s only goal came from Wesley França in the 59th minute of the second half.
Matías Soulé was instrumental in setting up the goal, delivering a precise cross that França powered home with a strong shot from within the penalty area.
França’s performance earned him the title of the match’s standout player, contributing one goal while attempting three shots on target. Soulé also showcased his talent, making three attempts to score for Roma.
Coach Gian Piero Gasperini deployed a 3-6-1 formation for Roma, featuring Mile Svilar in goal; a defensive trio of Evan N’Dicka, Gianluca Mancini, and Mario Hermoso; a midfield composed of Wesley França, Bryan Cristante, Manu Koné, Devyne Rensch, Matías Soulé, and Lorenzo Pellegrini; with Evan Ferguson leading the attack.
Conversely, Como 1907, managed by Francesc Fàbregas Soler, started with a 4-5-1 setup, including Jean Butez in goal; defenders Ivan Smolcic, Jacobo Ramón, Marc Kempf, and Álex Valle; a midfield featuring Maxence Caqueret, Lucas Da Cunha, Jayden Addai, Nicolás Paz, and Martin Baturina; with Assane Diao as the lone forward.
Ermanno Feliciani officiated the match at Stadio Olimpico.
In their upcoming fixtures, Roma will travel to face Juventus, while Como 1907 will play at home against Milan.
Following this result, Roma has accumulated a total of 30 points in the league, placing them fourth, while Como 1907 stands at seventh with 24 points.
Substitutions for Roma
72’ 2H – Lorenzo Pellegrini was substituted for Stephan El Shaarawy.
81’ 2H – Matías Soulé was replaced by Leon Bailey.
Yellow Cards for Roma
12’ 2H – Gianluca Mancini (dissent towards the referee), 42’ 2H – Stephan El Shaarawy (unsporting behavior), 43’ 2H – Wesley França (holding an opponent to prevent them from advancing).
Substitutions for Como 1907
36’ 1H – Assane Diao was substituted for Anastasios Douvikas.
64’ 2H – Jayden Addai was replaced by Jesús Rodríguez and Maxence Caqueret by Stefan Posch.
78’ 2H – Martin Baturina was substituted for Nicolas Kühn and Ivan Smolcic for Ignace Van Der Brempt.
Yellow Cards for Como 1907
9’ 2H – Jayden Addai (unsporting behavior), 13’ 2H – Nicolás Paz (unsporting behavior), 51’ 2H – Jacobo Ramón (dissent towards the referee).