Roma vs Inter Match Preview: Predicted Lineups and Strategy Analysis
As AS Roma prepares to face Inter Milan today, they will be striving for a significant win post-international break. This match at the Stadio Olimpico poses a formidable challenge against last season’s Champions League finalists.
Injury Updates and Predicted Lineups
Roma manager Gian Piero Gasperini faces selection challenges due to injuries affecting key players. Leon Bailey and Angeliño will not participate, with Bailey’s return still uncertain after suffering an injury in his first training session with the team.
- Injured Players:
- Leon Bailey
- Angeliño
Gasperini mentioned that Bailey is making progress and should be ready in a week or two but highlighted the need for a careful transition back into gameplay. Meanwhile, with Angeliño unavailable, Kostas Tsimikas is expected to take his place, although Devyne Rensch might also play on the left side.
Key Players to Watch
Paulo Dybala is a significant player returning from injury. He participated in 30 minutes against Fiorentina before the break and could be utilized as a false 9. This tactical decision aims to distract Inter’s defensive line, potentially enhancing fluidity in the attack, particularly with Matías Soulé and Lorenzo Pellegrini.
- Key Players:
- Paulo Dybala
- Lorenzo Pellegrini
- Matías Soulé
Gasperini is weighing various strategies, including a defensive role for Pellegrini against Inter’s Hakan Çalhanoglu to disrupt his influence in the match.
Midfield Dynamics
Gasperini also indicated continuity in the midfield pairing of Manu Koné and Bryan Cristante. Youngster Niccolò Pisilli has shown talent but is currently behind the established duo.
- Current Midfield Pair:
- Manu Koné
- Bryan Cristante
The team boasts a solid core while also having several emerging talents. Gasperini expressed confidence in his squad’s depth, anticipating the return of more players, including Bailey in the near future.
Probable Formation
Roma is likely to adopt a 3-4-2-1 formation against Inter Milan:
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Svilar |
| Defender | Çelik, Mancini, Ndicka |
| Midfielder | Wesley, Koné, Cristante, Tsimikas |
| Forward | Soulé, Pellegrini, Dybala |
With strategies prepared and players returning from injury, Roma aims to secure a pivotal victory against a challenging opponent in Inter. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely as Gasperini’s lineup seeks to exploit defensive gaps while solidifying their own.
