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First-half blitz sends Roma into top four of Serie A with 3-1 win over Genoa

Roma has closed the gap on Serie A's leading pack with a 3-1 win over Genoa

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Juan Jesus - Maintains starting role in shutout Juan Jesus had one tackle (zero won), three clearances and one interception in Sunday's 2-0 victory against Cremonese. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 34th minute.

Impact Jesus continued to start in place of Alessandro Buongiorno for the third consecutive game, following his appearances in the Supercoppa Italiana semifinal against AC Milan and the final against Bologna, contributing to a third straight clean sheet. Across those matches, the defender totaled seven tackles, four interceptions and 13 clearances.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Vanja Milinkovic-Savic - Quiet night in clean sheet Milinkovic-Savic registered two saves and secured a clean sheet in Sunday's 2-0 win versus Cremonese.

Impact Coming off two key clean sheets in the Supercoppa Italiana semifinal against AC Milan and final against Bologna, Milinkovic-Savic recorded his third straight shutout in a quiet outing, making only two saves, both from outside the box. He has now totaled eight saves across his last three games and will aim to continue the run Sunday against Lazio.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Amir Rrahmani - Solid defensive work in clean sheet Rrahmani generated one shot (zero on goal) in Sunday's 2-0 win versus Cremonese.

Impact Rrahmani delivered a strong defensive performance, recording two tackles, two interceptions, five clearances and one block to secure his fifth clean sheet with Napoli in nine league starts. Across those appearances, he has totaled 14 tackles with at least one in every match except one, including four straight games with two tackles. He has also registered 11 interceptions with at least one in all but one game and 39 clearances, recording three or more in every match except one.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

David Neres - Season high three shots Neres had three shots (zero on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-0 win against Cremonese.

Impact Neres entered the match in strong form after scoring three goals across his last two Supercoppa Italiana appearances, highlighted by a brace in the final that secured the trophy for Napoli. He attempted a season-high three shots but was unable to extend his scoring streak and remains on three league goals.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Stanislav Lobotka - Makes first attempt this season Lobotka had one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-0 victory versus Cremonese.

Impact Lobotka made his first league start since returning from injury and his third consecutive start overall after featuring in the Supercoppa Italiana semifinal and final. The midfielder, who is rarely involved in the attack, attempted his first shot of the season, putting it on target from outside the box and also recorded two tackles.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Rasmus Hojlund eclipses Man Utd goal tally with another brace as Napoli star doubles down on decision to leave Red Devils

Rasmus Hojlund continued his impressive start to life with Napoli with a brace in Sunday's 2-0 win over Cremonense to remain on the coattail...

2 DAYS AGO • goal

Rasmus Hojlund eclipses Man Utd goal tally with another brace as Napoli star doubles down on decision to leave Red Devils

Cremonese 0-2 Napoli: Hojlund double sends Conte's side second Just as AC Milan did earlier on Sunday, Napoli have piled more pressure on Inter after leapfrogging them in the Serie A table.

2 DAYS AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Scott Mctominay - Assists in win McTominay assisted once to go with five shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-0 win against Cremonese. In addition, he was given a ye...

Impact McTominay recorded his first attacking contribution of the month with an assist, his third of the season. He attempted five shots in the match and has totaled 21 across his last six league appearances, maintaining a streak of registering at least one shot in every league start this season. The midfielder, however, has not scored since late October.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

CREMONESE-NAPOLI 0-2 | HIGHLIGHTS | Hojlund Takes the Zini by Storm With a Brace | SERIE A 2025/26

2 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

Rasmus Hojlund - Scores third brace with Napoli Hojlund scored two goals to go with five shots (three on goal), one cross (one accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Cremonese.

Impact Hojlund attempted a season-high five shots and scored his second league brace, marking his third brace across all competitions this season in 18 starts. He has now contributed to four of his loan team's last six goals with three goals and one assist, including a goal and an assist against AC Milan in the Supercoppa Italiana semifinal. He also finished the match with a season-high three chances created but did not record an assist and remains on three across all competitions.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

AC Milan 3-0 Verona: Nkunku brace propels hosts to Serie A summit Christopher Nkunku is off the mark in Serie A for AC Milan, who put the pressure on Inter and Napoli in the title race.

2 DAYS AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Pulisic ends 2025 with AC Milan goal. He's hoping for more with US at home World Cup in 2026

Christian Pulisic scored the opener and Christopher Nkunku added two more as AC Milan defeated Hellas Verona 3-0 in Serie A

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Scott McTominay contemplating Premier League comeback with door to Man Utd return left open

Scott McTominay's career has taken an unexpected yet glittering turn since leaving Manchester United, but speculation is now mounting that t...

3 DAYS AGO • goal

Scott McTominay contemplating Premier League comeback with door to Man Utd return left open

Romelu Lukaku - Unavailable against Cremonese Lukaku (thigh) isn't part of the squad for Sunday's bout with Cremonese, Gianluca Di Marzio relayed.

Impact Lukaku didn't suffer a setback but isn't ready to contribute and will stay put to work on his conditioning, which could sideline him for further fixtures, even though he was with the team for the Supercoppa last week. Rasmus Hojlund will keep receiving the lion's share of minutes at the no.9 position over Lorenzo Lucca.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Mathias Olivera - Will sit out Cremonese fixture Olivera won't be involved Sunday because of calf tightness, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Olivera picked up a calf ailment during the trip to Riyadh for the Supercoppa last week and will need more time to recuperate. Leonardo Spinazzola and Miguel Gutierrez will handle the left wing sans him.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Sam Beukema - Absent versus Cremonese Beukema has been ruled out for Sunday's match against Cremonese due to a foot injury, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Beukema hurt his foot while the team was in Saudi Arabia for the Supercoppa last week and hasn't been able to recover. Giovanni Di Lorenzo will likely move to the back, while Matteo Politano will man the wing. Luca Marianucci will be the top defensive deputy on the right-hand side of the pitch.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cremonese vs Napoli Prediction and Betting Tips | December 28th 2025 Cremonese will host Napoli at the Stadio Giovanni Zini on Sunday in another round of the 2025-26 Italian Serie A campaign.

4 DAYS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Romelu Lukaku - Unused in Saudi Arabia Lukaku (thigh) was on the bench but didn't play and didn't warm up during the Supercoppa Italiana.

Impact Lukaku made the trip and is in the final stages of his recovery from a significant thigh injury. While he could be selected for the upcoming matches too, it could be a while before he plays relevant minutes. Rasmus Hojlund will continue to lead the frontline.

DECEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

'In my agent's hands' - USMNT's Weston McKennie wants Juventus stay as contract nears expiration

U.S. men's national team star Weston McKennie says he'd like to stay at Juventus, but his future is in the hands of his agent and the club....

DECEMBER 22 • goal

'In my agent's hands' - USMNT's Weston McKennie wants Juventus stay as contract nears expiration

Neres doubles gives Napoli the Italian Super Cup with victory over Bologna

Napoli has been crowned Italian Super Cup champion after beating Bologna 2-0 in Riyadh

DECEMBER 22 • Associated Press

Where to watch Napoli vs. Bologna live stream, TV channel, start time for Supercoppa Italiana final | Sporting News The first trophy of the 2025/26 Italian football campaign will be handed out today as Napoli and Bologna meet in the Supercoppa Italiana fin...

DECEMBER 22 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Where to watch Napoli vs Bologna live in the USA: 2025/2026 Supercoppa Italiana Napoli will take on Bologna in the 2025/2026 Supercoppa Italiana final. Find out here the kickoff times and broadcast details available for...

DECEMBER 22 • BOLAVIP.COM

McTominay 'made my head spin', says Sassuolo defender Muharemovic Scott McTominay has taken Serie A by storm since moving from Manchester United to Napoli, and is among the toughest players to face.

DECEMBER 21 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Juan Jesus - Returns in Supercoppa Jesus (calf) got the nod in Thursday's Supercoppa semi-final versus Milan.

Impact Jesus missed the previous game due to calf tightness but shook it off in a hurry and relieved Alessandro Buongiorno in this one, drawing his first start since late October. He has posted three tackles (one won), two interceptions and two clearances in his last four cameos.

DECEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

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First-half blitz sends Roma into top four of Serie A with 3-1 win over Genoa

Rasmus Hojlund eclipses Man Utd goal tally with another brace as Napoli star doubles down on decision to leave Red Devils

Pulisic ends 2025 with AC Milan goal. He's hoping for more with US at home World Cup in 2026

Scott McTominay contemplating Premier League comeback with door to Man Utd return left open

'In my agent's hands' - USMNT's Weston McKennie wants Juventus stay as contract nears expiration

Neres doubles gives Napoli the Italian Super Cup with victory over Bologna