Serie A: Roma 1 Genoa 0

Pablo Osvaldo scored an early goal as Roma saw off Genoa 1-0 in their Serie A clash at the Stadio Olimpico on Monday.

In a match dominated by the hosts, striker Osvaldo’s goal in just the third minute proved the difference between the two sides.

With Roma fighting for a place in Europe next season, it took Luis Enrique’s side little time to find the back of the net in front of their home fans.

Osvaldo was left free at the backpost, and after controlling a looping ball into the box, he stepped inside his man and placed a shot past goalkeeper Sebastien Frey to give Roma an early lead.

Roma continued to dominate in term of possession and shot on goal, but failed to hit the target often enough.

When they did get their shots on target, they found Frey an immoveable force in goal, but with Genoa offering little the other way, they comfortably held onto the three points.

Sixth-placed Roma have now moved to four points of Lazio, who occupy the third Champions League qualification spot.