Verdict: Over 1.5 goals
Best Odds: 2/5
Bookmaker: Dachbet
Looking to extend on their European charge this weekend, Roma will welcome Como to the Stadio Olimpico on Sunday evening.
Roma
Starting with the hosts, while Roma might have opened the 2024/25 campaign in the midst of a record-breaking rut, the Wolves have come roaring back in some style. Clearly enjoying life following Claudio Ranieri’s return to the Stadio Olimpico back in November, the Italian giants have skyrocketed their way up the Serie A standings. Now sat within touching distance of finding a route into the European spots, the former Leicester boss finds the mood in his camp at a real high. Putting in a dominant display last time out as they cruised their way to a 4-0 romp at home against Monza, Roma have won each of their previous three appearances across all competitions. Likewise, extending on their Europa League adventure on February 20th as they secured a thrilling 4-3 aggregate win against Portuguese giants Porto, Ranieri’s side will be looking to lay down another marker here.
Roma Team News
Dealing with a recent thigh injury and missing out against Monza earlier in the week, Roma are once again sweating over the fitness of Artem Dovbyk. However, aside from the former Girona marksman, Ranieri’s camp have reported a clean bill of health.
Finding the net at the Stadio Olimpico on Monday night and recording just a second Serie A strike of the season, Uzbekistan international Eldor Shomurodov should keep his spot leading the line. French midfielder Manu Kone will be hoping for a full recall and could replace Niccolo Pisilli in the middle of the park.
Como
As for the visitors, while Como might have only made their iconic Serie A return this season, Cesc Fabregas’ men have received plenty of plaudits from across Italy’s elite. Putting in what was a famous performance last weekend as they clinched a 2-1 victory at home against title contenders Napoli, the former Arsenal skipper will be calling on his squad to collect another heavyweight scalp here. Almost sat in Serie A limbo and with no real concerns over a relegation scrap in 2025, Sunday’s guests have secured back-to-back victories for the first time since the end of September. Likewise, landing a sensational 2-0 win when they welcomed Roma to the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia for their reverse Serie A meeting on December 15th, Fabregas’ side will be confident of asking some real questions on Sunday evening.
Como Team News
While former England international Dele Alli might have signed an 18-month deal on January 19th, the ex-Tottenham star still remains on the sidelines and will not make his Como debut here. Not featuring since opening the New Year, Fabregas’ side still remain without Spanish international Sergi Roberto.
Enjoying what has been a sensational start to life Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia since arriving from Real Betis during the January transfer window, 19-year-old Assane Diao will be looking to find the net in four consecutive Serie A appearances. Despite returning from a recent knock, one-time Liverpool defender Alberto Moreno will settle for a spot on the bench.
Roma vs Como Key Factors to Consider
- When Roma and Como met for their reverse Serie A meeting on December 15th, Sunday’s guests collected a famous 2-0 win at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia.
- Roma have won each of their previous three appearances across all competitions by an aggregate score of 8-2.
- Likewise, the Wolves are unbeaten in each of their last 10 straight showdowns at the Stadio Olimpico (nine wins, one draw).
- Como have recorded just a single Serie A victory on their travels since the end of September.
- January recruit Assane Diao has found the net in each of his previous three consecutive Serie A appearances.
Conclusion
Claiming what was an iconic 2-1 victory at home against title contenders Napoli last weekend, Como will be looking to collect another heavyweight Serie A scalp here. However, watching Roma storm their way to a 4-0 romp against Monza on Monday night, the Wolves are enjoying what has become a real purple patch. Extending on their Europa League adventure on February 20th as they clinched a dramatic 4-3 aggregate win against Porto, we could be treated to another enjoyable showdown from the Stadio Olimpico.
Verdict: Over 1.5 goals
Best Odds: 2/5
Bookmaker: Dachbet
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