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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

Napoli vs AS Roma Prediction and Betting Tips | 15th February 2026 The 2025-26 edition of Serie A is back in action with another set of matches this weekend as Napoli lock horns with Gian Piero Gasperini's AS Roma side in an important encounter at...

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

Gianluca Mancini - Provides assist in victory Mancini assisted once to go with three crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Monday's 2-0 victory against Cagliari. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 58th...

Impact Mancini anchored Roma's backline and kept things tidy at the Olimpico as they logged another home clean sheet and never allowed Cagliari to find any rhythm. He also played a major role going forward, slipping a perfectly weighted key pass to spring Donyell Malen in behind for the opening goal in the 25th minute. Solid defensively with one tackle and two interceptions to snuff out the limited threat from the visitors, Mancini was even more influential in possession, creating two chances for the second time this Serie A season.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Donyell Malen - Scores brace in victory Malen scored two goals to go with seven shots (two on goal) in Monday's 2-0 win versus Cagliari.

Impact Malen broke the deadlock in the 25th minute, timing his run perfectly to latch onto Gianluca Mancini's through ball before calmly lifting the finish over Elia Caprile. He struck again shortly after the hour, reacting quickest to Zeki Celik's driven cross to poke home from point-blank range. The brace powered the Gialorossi to a composed 2-0 victory and earned him man-of-the-match honors. Malen is already up to three goals with 22 shots (eight on target) through his first four Serie A appearances, showing little need for an adjustment period at his new club.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Mile Svilar - Keeps clean sheet in win Svilar had one save and allowed zero goals in Monday's 2-0 victory versus Cagliari.

Impact Svilar logged a clean sheet in a comfortable outing, rarely tested as Roma held Cagliari to a single shot on target that he handled without issue. Most of his involvement came on set pieces and long balls as the Giallorossi managed the game well after building a two-goal lead coming out of halftime. Svilar is riding a strong run of form with five clean sheets in his last seven appearances across all competitions and will aim to keep that momentum going in a much tougher matchup against Napoli on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Malen's priceless double keeps Roma in touch with Serie A pack

Donyell Malen has scored a priceless double and Roma has beaten Cagliari 2-0 to stay in touch with the leading pack at the top of Serie A

FEBRUARY 9 • Associated Press

AS Roma vs. Cagliari Prediction, Picks, Live Odds – Feb. 9 The upcoming fixture list in Serie A includes fifth-place AS Roma hosting 12th-place Cagliari on Monday, Feb. 9 at 2:45 p.m. ET. Our game pr...

FEBRUARY 9 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Where to Watch AS Roma vs. Cagliari: TV Channel, Start Time and Live Stream AS Roma (fifth) and Cagliari (12th) play Monday at 2:45 p.m. ET, two clubs in opposite halves of the table in Serie A.Watch Serie A matches...

FEBRUARY 8 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Evan Ferguson - Will remain on the mend Ferguson "has suffered four ankle sprains this season, and he has missed a year after having surgery in the area, but he's always at risk. We're trying to recover him, but it's not...

Impact Ferguson will miss the third game in a row Monday and will be brought back only once he's close to 100 percent after battling the same problem more than a few times. Donyell Malen is the lone forward left since Paulo Dybala (knee), Robinio Vaz (calf) and Artem Dovbyk (thigh) are also on the shelf.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Mario Hermoso - Unavailable versus Cagliari Hermoso "picked up a serious knock on his foot and developed a big hematoma, which doesn't allow him to plant and wear his cleats. We hope he'll be back next week," coach Gian Pier...

Impact Hermoso is back on the mend shortly after recovering from a hip injury, although the new issue is minor. Daniele Ghilardi usually had the upper hand over Jan Ziolkowski and Devyne Rensch to complete the back three the last time Hermoso was missing.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Udinese vs. US Lecce Prediction, Picks, Live Odds – Feb. 8 Udinese will play on the road versus US Lecce on Sunday, after mixed results in their most recent matches in Serie A -- a win over AS Roma a...

FEBRUARY 8 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

AS Roma vs Cagliari Prediction and Betting Tips | 9th February 2026 The 2025-26 edition of Serie A is back in action with another set of matches this week as Cagliari lock horns with Gian Piero Gasperini's AS...

FEBRUARY 7 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Robinio Vaz - Picks up calf injury Vaz suffered a grade one soleus strain in training, Mediaset reported.

Impact Vaz came off the bench three times since joining the team in January, totaling 46 minutes. He'll be sidelined for at least a couple of weeks. Roma won't have other strikers behind Donyell Malen until Paulo Dybala (knee) and Evan Ferguson (ankle) return.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Nkunku and Rabiot shine as AC Milan closes gap on Inter with 3-0 win over Bologna

AC Milan has moved within five points of Serie A leader Inter Milan after a 3-0 win at Bologna

FEBRUARY 3 • Associated Press

Evan N Dicka - Decent defensive outing in loss N'Dicka recorded three tackles (two won), three clearances and four interceptions in Monday's 1-0 defeat versus Udinese. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 7th minute.

Impact N'Dicka produced a decisive interception to deny Keinan Davis a clean break through during Udinese's strongest spell. He stayed aggressive stepping into passing lanes and helped Roma control second balls after the goal. Even with Roma pushing for a late equalizer, he held his line well and avoided being exposed in transition. N'Dicka couldn't prevent the Giallorossi from falling short, but he still delivered a strong defensive outing with three clearances, while also posting season highs with three tackles and four interceptions.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Donyell Malen - Four shots in loss Malen registered four shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Monday's 1-0 loss versus Udinese.

Impact Malen's touch on Jurgen Ekkelenkamp's 49th minute free kick altered the ball's flight just enough to beat Mile Svilar and settle the match. He also produced Roma's clearest chance of the first half, but his right footed effort from the center of the box was pushed away low by Maduka Okoye. He continued to make aggressive runs in behind the back line, though Udinese stayed compact and cut off clean service late. Malen has made an immediate impact in his first three appearances with the Giallorossi, registering 15 shots (six on target) along with one goal. There is little doubt that if the Dutchman sharpens his finishing, his goal output could take a clear step forward in the second half of the season for the Lupa.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

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