Roma seized a numerical benefit on the Stadio Olimpico to beat Serie A newcomers Como 2-1 in a doubtlessly pivotal league conflict. Claudio Ranieri’s costs avenged an an identical defeat in December’s reverse fixture to maneuver inside 4 factors from the European qualification spots.
Scoring probabilities had been at a premium within the first half, but Como entered halftime on the entrance foot. Lucas Da Cunha pounced on a pleasant via ball from Maximo Perrone to beat Mile Svilar in a one-on-one and put Cesc Fabregas’ aspect in entrance.
Roma didn’t fare properly within the opening 45 minutes, prompting Ranieri to make a double change firstly of the second half. Substitutions labored properly for the Giallorossi as they flew out of traps earlier than discovering an all-important equalizer via Alexis Saelemaekers.
The Milan loanee launched a low shot towards Jean Butez, but it took a clumsy deflection and tricked the Como goalkeeper. Shortly after drawing degree, Roma went a person up as Marc Oliver Kempf picked up a second yellow halfway via the second half.
Artem Dovbyk scored off the bench after an excellent first-time cross from Devyne Rensch to finish the turnaround. Roma gamers helped Ranieri have a good time his ‘Supervisor of the Month’ award in fashion and considerably bolstered their possibilities of securing a coveted European end.
Roma (3-4-2-1)
Mile Svilar – 6.5
He couldn’t have performed something to thwart Da Cunha’s shot, however he was completely positioned to disclaim Patrick Cutrone early within the second half, handing Roma a vital enhance.
Zeki Celik – 7
Performed out of place, the Turkish defender excelled as a center-back and even picked up an help to provoke the comeback.
Gianluca Mancini – 6
His atypically poor anticipation left Da Cunha with a freeway towards Svilar’s aim, whereas he additionally earned a yellow card after dropping his mood firstly of the second half.
Evan Ndicka – 6.5
Much more stable than Mancini, the Ivorian held up his finish of the cut price towards Gabriel Strefezza and seemed dominant in aerial duels.
Angelino – 6
Roma desperately lacked his bursting runs down the left flank within the first half, however he grew into the competition and have become a everlasting risk as the sport progressed.
Leandro Paredes – 6.5
The Argentine midfielder had a quiet first half however gained a foothold after the break to drag all of the strings and dictate the tempo with inch-perfect passes.
Manu Kone – 5.5
It was one in every of his most disappointing performances within the Roma shirt, as he appeared sluggish and indecisive on the ball.
Matias Soule – 6
Deployed without any consideration wingback, the teenager had a forgettable first half and failed to indicate a lot earlier than being changed.
Lorenzo Pellegrini – 6
The captain was imagined to be the playmaker and orchestrate Roma’s assaults, however nothing went his method, forcing Ranieri to go away him within the dressing room at halftime.
Paulo Dybala – 6.5
Regardless of failing to attain or help, the diminutive magician drew Kempf’s second yellow card, which proved decisive ultimately.
Eldor Shomurodov – 3
Taken off at halftime after barely touching the ball in a uncommon begin for Roma this season.
Substitutes
Stephan El Shaarawy – 6.5
Bryan Cristante – 6
Alexis Saelemaekers – 7
The Belgian’s renaissance below Ranieri continues. Although he netted a lucky aim, his super effort on the appropriate aspect gave Roma’s comeback legs.
Artem Dovbyk – 7
It was a easy tap-in, but it surely takes nothing away from his contribution to this vital triumph.
