Roma Team News Page 13 - Soccer

Manu Kone - Set to return versus Cremonese Kone (thigh) has been training regularly since the start of the week without any hiccups and will be available Sunday, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Kone might reprise starting immediately over Niccolo Pisilli and Neil El Aynaoui since he had multiple days to ramp up after sitting out four fixtures. He's been a staple throughout the season and has created exactly one chance in his last six outings, adding one goal, six shots (three on target) and 10 tackles (seven won). Additionally, he has registered one or more interceptions in his last three displays, racking up five.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

NAPOLI-ROMA 2-2 | EXTENDED HIGHLIGHTS | SERIE A 2025/26

FEBRUARY 19 • YOUTUBE

"I laughed my ass off and teased him" - Paulo Dybala reveals Cristiano Ronaldo enjoyed 'funny' habit like Lionel Messi at Juventus AS Roma attacker Paulo Dybala talked about Cristiano Ronaldo's habit of drinking mate, an Argentine herbal drink, just like Lionel Messi, during his stint with the Portugal icon at...

FEBRUARY 17 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Napoli 'pushing beyond our boundaries' in top-four chase, says Conte Napoli were held to a 2-2 draw with Roma on Sunday, leaving them third in Serie A with 13 games of their campaign remaining.

FEBRUARY 16 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Daniele Ghilardi - Solid in Sunday's draw Ghilardi registered four tackles (three won), two clearances and one interception in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Napoli.

Impact Although Ghilardi and his fellow defenders conceded two goals Sunday, he still put in a good performance versus a strong Napoli attack. He won seven duels, made two clearances, intercepted one pass and won three tackles on the defensive end, another solid performance as he continues to fill in for Mario Hermoso (foot). With Hermoso reportedly nearing a return, Ghilardi could soon return to the bench.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Bryan Zaragoza - Assists opener Sunday Zaragoza assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Napoli.

Impact Zaragoza made his first start for Roma since joining the club on loan in January and immediately made an impression. He set up the opening goal of Sunday's match as he assisted Donyell Malen's strike in the 7th minute, his first goal contribution for Roma in just his second appearance. He was replaced at halftime by Matias Soule, but it was a very promising performance this early into his tenure with his new club.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Donyell Malen - Scores brace in Sunday's draw Malen scored two goals to go with three shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Napoli.

Impact Malen scored both of his side's goals in Sunday's draw, his second consecutive match with a pair of goals. He opened up the scoring in the 7th minute with a strike assisted by Bryan Zaragoza, then took the lead in the 71st minute with a penalty. He now has five goals through five Serie A matches since joining Roma on loan, an unbelievable start to his career in Italy's capital. He was subbed off for Robinio Vaz right after scoring his penalty.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Mile Svilar - Concedes twice Sunday Svilar made five saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Napoli.

Impact Svilar conceded two goals Sunday, his first match conceding multiple goals since Dec. 20. He faced seven shots on target from the strong Napoli attack, and he made five saves for the fifth time this season. He faces a more favorable matchup Sunday versus Cremonese, a side which has scored just 21 goals through 25 matches this season.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Matias Soule - Muted display in Napoli clash Soule (groin) had one inaccurate cross, one clearance and 10 passes in 45 minutes in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Napoli.

Impact Soule dropped to the bench because of a lingering injury but was deployed at halftime, although he didn't have a good showing. His minutes might decrease until he's in better shape physically. He didn't register a key pass for the first time in six fixtures, while he has launched at least one cross in the last nine matches, amassing nine deliveries (two accurate) and adding six shots (zero on target) and six corners over that span.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Robinio Vaz - Subs in late versus Napoli Vaz (calf) had two off-target shots and two passes and drew two fouls in 18 minutes in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Napoli.

Impact Vaz quickly shook off an ailment and relieved Donyell Malen late in the game, as he's done routinely since moving to Roma. The two have rarely featured together so far. Vaz has logged three shots (one on target) and one interception and drawn five fouls in four cameos in Serie A play.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Napoli fights back twice in 2-2 draw with Roma. Donyell Malen gets another brace

Donyell Malen scores his second brace in a row for Roma but host Napoli twice comes from behind to salvage a 2-2 draw in Serie A

FEBRUARY 15 • Associated Press

NAPOLI-ROMA 2-2 | HIGHLIGHTS | Points Shared at the Maradona | SERIE A 2025/26

FEBRUARY 15 • YOUTUBE

Robinio Vaz - Option Sunday Vaz (calf) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Napoli.

Impact Vaz is back in the team sheet Sunday and on the bench as expected, recovering from a calf injury. With only three bench appearances since joining the club, he is primed to continue as a backup.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Matias Soule - Bench option Soule (groin) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Napoli.

Impact Soule is back from his injury but is not yet in a spot to start, instead seeing a cautious return to the bench. With five straight starts heading into the contest Sunday, his sole goal will be to return to the starting XI after testing his legs.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Matias Soule - Selected for Napoli contest Soule (groin) is with the rest of the team in Naples, Corriere dello Sport informed.

Impact Soule has been managed in training because of a sports hernia but hasn't been omitted from the squad list in advance, unlike Paulo Dybala (knee), and should at least be an option. He'd make the XI over Bryan Zaragoza and Neil El Ayanoui if he felt well enough on game day. He has registered at least one key pass in five straight matches, amassing seven chances created and adding one goal, nine shots (zero on target) and six corners over that span. Moreover, he has swung in one or more crosses in the last four tilts, racking up eight deliveries (two accurate).

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Paulo Dybala - Ruled out for Napoli fixture Dybala (knee) hasn't been called up for Sunday's clash with Napoli, Il Messaggero relayed.

Impact Dybala didn't feel comfortable enough and hasn't made the trip, sitting out the third contest on the trot. Instead, Matias Soule (groin) has been selected and is neck-and-neck with Bryan Zaragoza to start.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 14 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Gasperini insists Roma must 'fight until the end' in top-four battle Roma are one of a cluster of teams fighting to clinch a Champions League spot next season, along with Napoli as the teams meet on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 14 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Paulo Dybala - Goes backward in recovery Dybala experienced some discomfort in the final training session of the week and might remain sidelined for Sunday's bout versus Napoli, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Dybala seemed to have overcome some knee soreness that forced him to miss the last two fixtures, but it flared up again late in the week. Matias Soule (groin) isn't in great shape either, so Bryan Zaragoza or Bryan Cristante could slot next to Lorenzo Pellegrini behind Donyell Malen from the get-go.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Mario Hermoso - Out again against Napoli Hermoso (foot) "is nursing a major bruise, but we believe he'll be back next week," coach Gian Piero Gasperini relayed.

Impact Hermoso will miss another one while tending to a foot injury that's preventing him from training regularly, but the tests ruled out more serious problems. Daniele Ghilardi will likely get the nod again in relief.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Matias Soule - Questionable for Napoli match Soule "has been playing through a sports hernia, and this week has been tougher for him than previous ones," coach Gian Piero Gasperini announced.

Impact Soule had to skip a couple of practices to manage the soreness and will go through a fitness test on game day to verify whether he's fit enough to play. Paulo Dybala (knee), Bryan Zaragoza or Neil El Aynaoui would fill in if needed.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Robinio Vaz - Primed to be back versus Napoli Vaz (calf) has healed quickly and practiced regularly for most of the week, Corriere dello Sport informed.

Impact Vaz will be able to limit his absence to one match and will resume backing up Donyell Malen against Napoli on Sunday. Paulo Dybala (knee) is also back available up front. Vaz has appeared thrice off the bench since joining, notching one shot (one on target) and one interception and drawing four fouls.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Paulo Dybala - Will return versus Napoli Dybala has participated in multiple training sessions and will be an option versus Napoli on Sunday, Il Messaggero reported.

Impact Dybala had an outside chance to be back last week but was given more time and didn't experience any setback. He could start over either Lorenzo Pellegrini or Matias Soule if he looked good enough and the coach opted for an aggressive formation. He has created at least one scoring chance in his last nine showings, accumulating 23 key passes and posting 20 shots (six on target) and 31 crosses (four accurate), with one goal and two assists, over that span.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Lorenzo Pellegrini - Decent playmaker outing Pellegrini had one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Monday's 2-0 win over Cagliari.

Impact Pellegrini worked between the lines to link Roma's midfield and attack as the hosts came out aggressive and pinned Cagliari deep with early pressure. He helped steady things after the break by recycling possession and pulling Cagliari out of shape before the decisive goal finally came. While he did not post a direct goal contribution, Pellegrini was a constant threat on set pieces, delivering six crosses (two accurate), taking three corners, and creating two chances to keep pressure on in the final third.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Zeki Celik - Provides decisive cross in win Celik assisted once to go with three crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Monday's 2-0 victory over Cagliari.

Impact Celik delivered the key ball for Roma's second goal by firing a low cross across the six-yard box that Donyell Malen finished in the 65th minute. He picked his spots going forward while holding the line defensively after the break as Roma's right flank stayed tight and organized with one tackle and two interceptions.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

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Napoli fights back twice in 2-2 draw with Roma. Donyell Malen gets another brace