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Inter Milan will begin Serie A title defense against newly promoted Monza

Inter Milan will kick off its Serie A title defense at home against newly promoted Monza

JUNE 5 • Associated Press

Evan Ndicka - First two games in doubt Ndicka has been left behind in Rome to receive treatment from his AS Roma club doctors after suffering a thigh tear in the final round of Serie A, with the Ivory Coast technical st...

Impact Ndicka is considered doubtful for the first two group stage matches at minimum, with some sources suggesting he could miss the entire first round, and a final decision will only be made at the last possible moment ahead of Ivory Coast's opener against Ecuador. The center-back has been one of the pillars of the African champion's defensive unit, scoring five goals, contributing 69 interceptions, 176 clearances and 35 tackles across 41 appearances in all competitions this season, making his absence an enormous blow for a side that will need their best defensive options available if they are to make a deep run at the tournament. Emmanuel Agbadou is set to receive a larger role for the Elephants until the Roman returns.

JUNE 4 • ROTOWIRE

Even without Sinner, Italy still has three men in French Open quarterfinals

Three Italian men have reached the last eight at the French Open and none of them are named Jannik Sinner or Lorenzo Musetti

JUNE 2 • Associated Press

Zeki Celik - Brings energy at right-back Celik has been named in Turkiye's World Cup squad and is expected to start at right-back throughout the competition under coach Vincenzo Montella.

Impact Celik made 34 Serie A appearances for Roma this season, contributing one goal and two assists in 2,731 minutes across the campaign, continuing to show the qualities that have made him one of the most reliable right-backs in Italian football since his arrival at the club. Celik brings defensive solidity and a willingness to contribute going forward that gives Turkiye an additional attacking outlet from right-back, and his experience in one of Europe's most demanding leagues makes him a trusted option for coach Montella. Celik heads into the World Cup in good form and ready to play a key role in Turkiye's defensive structure throughout the tournament.

JUNE 1 • ROTOWIRE

The king returns! Francesco Totti set for Roma talks as coach Gian Piero Gasperini demands Italy legend be given key role

The legendary Francesco Totti is nearing a sensational return to Roma as the club prepares to reopen negotiations with their greatest-ever p...

MAY 30 • goal

The king returns! Francesco Totti set for Roma talks as coach Gian Piero Gasperini demands Italy legend be given key role

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MAY 27 • YOUTUBE

Donyell Malen - Arrives in top form at World Cup Malen arrives at the 2026 World Cup as one of the Netherlands' most in-form attacking options, having earned his place in coach Ronald Koeman's squad with a stunning second half of...

Impact Malen joined Roma in the January transfer window and produced one of the most impressive half-season performances in Serie A, contributing 14 goals and two assists across 18 league appearances to finish as the second-highest scorer in the Italian top flight. The numbers are remarkable for a player who had only just arrived at a new club, and the confidence and sharpness he carries into the summer make him one of the most dangerous attacking options heading into the tournament. His direct running, clinical finishing and ability to create chances for himself in tight areas make him a genuine threat on the right flank. At international level, Malen represents one of the more exciting wildcards in manager Ronald Koeman's squad, with his blistering club form making it difficult to leave him out of the starting lineup despite the competition for wide positions. His ability to drift inside from the right flank and combine his finishing instinct with intelligent movement gives the Netherlands an unpredictable and dangerous option on that side of the attack. The Oranje will be among the favorites to go deep in a World Cup, and Malen's arrival in peak form at exactly the right moment makes him one of the more compelling attacking selections for the summer tournament.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Mario Hermoso - Re-ups contract with Roma Hermoso had a year added to his deal, as Roma picked up their option to renew it until 2027.

Impact Hermoso had spent the second half of the 2024/2025 season on loan at Bayer Leverkusen and was at risk last summer, but he became a linchpin following a coaching change. He will stay put following an excellent season, during which he scored three goals, provided two assists, contributed to nine clean sheets and posted 46 tackles, 35 interceptions and 80 clearances in 34 games.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Malen makes Roma transfer permanent after successful loan spell Donyell Malen played a key role in clinching Champions League football for Roma, and his move to the Italian capital is now permanent.

MAY 26 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Manu Kone - Subdued display against Verona Kone (thigh) had two clearances and eight completed passes and committed one foul in 18 minutes in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Verona.

Impact Kone returned from a one-game absence but didn't get the nod and didn't do a lot during a short stint off the bench. He closes his solid campaign with two goals, three assists, 27 chances created and 52 tackles in 36 games.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Como caps stunning rise with a Champions League spot as Milan and Juventus miss out

Como’s remarkable rise continues as Cesc Fàbregas’ team qualifies for the Champions League along with Roma on the last day of the Serie A season

MAY 24 • Associated Press

Paulo Dybala - Logs two assists Dybala assisted twice to go with five shots (two on goal), nine crosses (three accurate) and six corners in Sunday's 2-0 victory versus Verona.

Impact Dybala was a service machine with nine crosses and six corner kicks, assisting on both of Roma's goals. His contract is up for renewal so where he ends up next season is anyone's guess, but he will not play at the World Cup after being left off Argentina's squad.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Stephan El Shaarawy - Scores off bench El Shaarawy scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-0 win against Verona.

Impact The attacker found the back of the net in what will be his final game for Roma, as his contract is not being renewed by the club. El Shaarawy struggled mightily this season, with just one goal and two assists in Serie A play.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Donyell Malen - Scores in finale Malen scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 win versus Verona.

Impact Malen concluded a big second half of the season for Roma in style with a goal, which should give him and the club a boost going forward. The striker has signed a permanent deal after reportedly coming in on a loan, so he'll be a key piece of Roma's attack in Serie A and Champions League play next season.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Mile Svilar - Finishes season with clean sheet Svilar made three saves and secured a clean sheet in Sunday's 2-0 win against Verona.

Impact Svilar had a stellar season with Roma, finishing with over 100 saves and logging his 18th clean sheet in the finale. He helped Roma secure Champions League soccer for next season, and he extended his contract to run through 2030 so he'll be back between the sticks for this side in Serie A next season.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Bryan Zaragoza - Absent for the last round Zaragoza (knee) hasn't been called up for Sunday's tilt against Verona.

Impact Zaragoza will skip his fourth match in a row because of knee soreness. He has never hit his stride since coming in during the winter and will most likely head back to Bayern Munich after the end of the loan. He has picked up an assist and added five key passes, 12 crosses (four accurate) and five corners in just six displays (three starts).

MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Kostas Tsimikas - Out for Verona meeting Tsimikas didn't make Roma's squad list for Saturday's contest against Verona because he's under the weather.

Impact Tsimikas could have gotten a shot without Wesley (suspension), but he's dealing with the flu. Devyne Rensch and Angelino will take care of the left wing. He'll most likely return to Liverpool after a disappointing loan spell during which he assisted once and notched 11 key passes, 65 crosses (15 accurate) and 20 tackles in 25 appearances (11 starts).

MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Lorenzo Pellegrini - Unfit for season finale Pellegrini won't be available against Verona due to some soreness near an old scar in his thigh, although he'll make the trip to support his teammates, Corriere dello Sport relayed...

Impact Pellegrini could technically make the bench but won't play because of some muscular discomfort, missing his sixth contest in a row. He's been a regular throughout the season and performed better than in the past one, scoring seven goals, assisting four times and notching 47 shots (20 on target), 49 chances created and 127 crosses (37 accurate) in 31 displays (25 starts).

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Manu Kone - Available for Verona clash Kone (thigh) will be an option Sunday after working regularly in recent days, La Voce reported.

Impact Kone will be in the running to start with Neil El Aynaoui and Niccolo Pisilli after being diagnosed with an ailment following his absence in the derby. He has assisted once and added three chances created, three tackles (one won) and three interceptions in his last five showings (all starts).

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Masked man: Milan's Champions League push gets unexpected boost from Modric in Serie A finale

AC Milan will look to a masked Luka Modric as the battle for the last two Champions League spots goes down to the final day in Serie A

MAY 21 • Associated Press

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MAY 18 • YOUTUBE

Manu Kone - Nursing minor problem Kone is dealing with some muscle fatigue, TuttoSport informed.

Impact Kone was a late scratch for the derby but avoided a strain and has a shot to recover for Sunday's fixture against Verona. Niccolo Pisilli and Neil El Aynaoui both started sans him against Lazio.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Evan Ndicka - Suffers serious thigh issue N'Dicka has been diagnosed with a grade two right biceps femoris strain, Mediaset reported.

Impact N'Dicka will be evaluated by his national team's staff, as he's in serious doubt for at least the opener in less than a month. Devyne Rensch or Daniele Ghilardi will fill in against Verona on Sunday. He had another solid campaign, scoring five times, helping secure 15 clean sheets and totaling 69 interceptions, 176 clearances and 35 tackles in 41 appearances (38 starts) across all competitions.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Why Man Utd pose a problem for new Mason Greenwood suitors - with €50 million transfer away from Marseille being mooted

Roma are reportedly plotting an ambitious summer move for Marseille forward Mason Greenwood. However, the Italian side face immense hurdles...

MAY 17 • goal

Why Man Utd pose a problem for new Mason Greenwood suitors - with €50 million transfer away from Marseille being mooted

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MAY 17 • YOUTUBE

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