Roma Team News Page 20 - Soccer

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FEBRUARY 12 • YOUTUBE

Romelu Lukaku - Struggles in Inter game Lukaku registered one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-2 defeat to Inter Milan.

Impact Lukaku once again failed to show up against his former team, as he didn't capitalize on a pair of juicy chances in the second half, and he contributed to the Francesco Acerbi goal with a poor header on a defensive corner kick. He has scored just twice in the last eight matches, recording 17 shots (six on target), six chances created and two crosses (zero accurate). Roma will face Feyenoord away in the Europa League on Thursday and then Frosinone on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Paulo Dybala - Held in check by Inter Dybala drew two fouls and had one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 4-2 loss against Inter Milan.

Impact Dybala led his team in deliveries but had one just attempt and was never threatening. He has logged seven shots (three on target), four chances created and nine crosses in the last four rounds, scoring thrice. Roma will face Feyenoord away in the Europa League on Thursday and then Frosinone on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Angelino - Scores own goal versus Inter Angelino registered an own goal, three clearances, and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 4-2 defeat versus Inter Milan.

Impact Angelino took a step back compared to his previous performance, as he struggled to limit Matteo Darmian and beat his own goalie while trying to prevent Marcus Thuram from scoring from inside the six-yard box. Leonardo Spinazzola (thigh) returned in this one, and the two will likely alternate going forward. He has totaled three key passes, three crosses (one accurate), one tackle and five clearances in two games.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Smalling - Unused versus Inter Smalling (knee) didn't feature in Saturday's 4-2 loss to Inter.

Impact Smalling was back on the bench following a lengthy absence, but the coach leaned on healthier players in a difficult clash. He'll probably begin getting minutes in more favorable situations. Gianluca Mancini, Diego Llorente, and Dean Huijsen will stay atop the depth chart until he's completely ready.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Leonardo Spinazzola - Swings in three crosses against Inter Spinazzola (thigh) registered three crosses (one accurate), one clearance and one chance created in 29 minutes in Saturday's 4-2 loss to Inter Milan.

Impact Spinazzola played half an hour after a minor thigh problem and was pretty sprightly on offense. He'll be in a timeshare with Angelino the rest of the way. He fared better than his teammate in this one. He has recorded five key passes, 20 crosses (six accurate) and five clearances in his last five showings.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Sardar Azmoun - Subs in late versus Inter Azmoun (Asian Cup) recorded no stats in three minutes in Saturday's 4-2 defeat versus Inter Milan.

Impact Azmoun was thrown in very late after missing four matches due to international duty but didn't even have a touch. He'll play second fiddle to Romelu Lukaku, who rarely rests or comes off the pitch, and occasionally play along with him in the coming weeks. He has notched five shots (one on target), two key passes and one tackle in his last six appearances.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Lorenzo Pellegrini - Dishes two helpers in Inter contest Pellegrini assisted twice to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-2 defeat to Inter Milan.

Impact Pellegrini shined again by setting up two teammates, Gianluca Mancini with a long free kick and Stephan El Shaarawy with a through ball. He has been rejuvenated by a coaching and schematic change, starting four times in a row and recording three goals, three assists, six shots (three on target) and five key passes. Roma will face Feyenoord away in the Europa League on Thursday and then Frosinone on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Gianluca Mancini - Finds target versus Inter Mancini scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one interception, and three clearances in Saturday's 4-2 defeat versus Inter Milan.

Impact Mancini tied the game in the first half with a quality header on a free kick from long range, hitting the net for the second time in the campaign, but he and the rest of the Roma defense were unable to contain Inter in the second half. He has recorded seven tackles, eight interceptions, 12 clearances and two blocks in his last five games, with one clean sheet.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Stephan El Shaarawy - Scores against Inter El Shaarawy scored one goal to go with two shots (two on target), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-2 loss versus Inter Milan.

Impact El Shaarawy put his team temporarily on top with a partially scuffed shot near the end of the first half after a lengthy solo run. He has become a regular after a coaching change and has been pretty productive, even though he hadn't scored since late November. He has started five matches in a row, posting two assists, seven shots (three on target) and five key passes.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Rui Patricio - Gives up four in Inter clash Patricio made three saves and one clearance and allowed four goals in Saturday's 4-2 defeat versus Inter Milan.

Impact Patricio paid the price for the challenging match-up after a series of pretty good performances by his defense, as Inter turned up the volume in the second half. He has kept one clean sheet, made 17 saves and surrendered eight goals in the last six matches. Roma will face Feyenoord away in the Europa League on Thursday and then Frosinone on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 10 • YOUTUBE

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FEBRUARY 10 • YOUTUBE

Bryan Cristante - Bows out versus Inter Cristante had one interception and committed one foul in 61 minutes in Saturday's 4-2 loss to Inter before asking to come out due to back pain, DAZN reported.

Impact Cristante had a very quiet performance before indicating some discomfort and getting subbed off shortly thereafter. Edoardo Bove and Renato Sanches are next in line in the Roma midfield. He'll be assessed in the lead-up to Thursday's Europa League game versus Feyenoord.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Leonardo Spinazzola - Probable for Inter match Spinazzola (quad) returned to full training ahead of Saturday's game versus Inter, Ansa reported.

Impact Spinazzola is expected to be back in the squad list after sitting out two games with a strain, but Angelino will likely stay in the XI, and the two will alternate afterward. He has posted four key passes, 17 crosses (five accurate) and four clearances in his last four appearances.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Sardar Azmoun - Available versus Inter Azmoun (Asian Cup) went into full training right after returning from the competition and will be called up for Saturday's clash with Inter, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Azmoun didn't require extra time to get back into the thick of things and will serve as Romelu Lukaku's top backup following the departure of Andrea Belotti. He has appeared off the bench 13 times, scoring once and logging nine shots (two on target), three key passes and six tackles.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Smalling - Cleared for Inter game Smalling (knee) will be an option versus Inter on Saturday, coach Daniele De Rossi implied.

Impact Smalling has been ramping up for a week or so and is poised to be a bench option in his first game back after months. He'll be gradually reinserted into the rotation, and it might be a while before he recaptures his previous major role. His return will impact all their other defenders and will give the coach a chance to use a three-man line, especially with Evan N'Dicka returning from AFCON next week. He has played just thrice this campaign due to patellar tendonitis, tallying four clearances, three blocks, and one tackle.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Leandro Paredes - Assists in complete performance Paredes assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Monday's 4-0 win against Cagliari. In addition, he was given a yellow ca...

Impact Parades tallied his fourth Serie A assist on the campaign in his return to the lineup after suspension for yellow card accumulation. In addition to his offensive performance, Parades made three clearances, provided two blocks, and earned his league leading 11th yellow card of the season. He now has a goal and an assist in his last three appearances (three starts).

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Lorenzo Pellegrini - Goal and assist in victory Pellegrini scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and two chances created in Monday's 4-0 win against Cagliari.

Impact Pellegrini started and scored in his third consecutive match Monday. He also added his second assist of the season to his resume. Pellegrini has been reintegrated to the starting lineup under new head coach Daniele De Rossi, and his inclusion has been a catalyst for the Roma attack. Pellegrini has four goal involvements in his last three matches.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Paulo Dybala - Scores brace Monday Dybala scored two goals to go with five shots (two on goal), three crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Monday's 4-0 victory versus Cagliari.

Impact Dybala scored his sixth and seventh goals (one from the penalty spot) Monday. Since returning from a thigh injury on January 20th, Dybala has started three matches, scored three times, and created four chances. Dybala and Roma's attack will be tested when they play an Inter defenses Saturday who have allowed just 10 goals in Serie A this campaign.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Rui Patricio - Sixth clean sheet Patricio registered three saves and secured a clean sheet in Monday's 4-0 victory versus Cagliari.

Impact Patricio earned his first clean sheet under new Roma head coach Daniele De Rossi and his sixth on the season. In 22 appearances this season, Patricio has allowed just 23 goals while making 46 saves. His next test will be against top of the table Inter who lead Serie A with 51 goals scored.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Renato Sanches - Doesn't sub in in Cagliari tilt Sanches (ankle) didn't feature in Monday's 4-0 win over Cagliari.

Impact Sanches returned to the game-day squad list after a month but didn't come off the bench despite the large result. He'll vie for game time behind the starters with Edoardo Bove and Houssem Aouar in the coming weeks. He has featured nine times, scoring once and added three shots (one on target), five key passes, and four crosses (one accurate).

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

De Rossi's dream start continues as Roma drubs Cagliari 4-0 in Serie A

Lorenzo Pellegrini has scored in the second minute and Paolo Dybala got a brace as Roma beat Cagliari 4-0 in Serie A

FEBRUARY 5 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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FEBRUARY 5 • YOUTUBE

Renato Sanches - Returns to bench Sanches (ankle) is on the bench for Monday's match against Cagliari.

Impact Sanches makes his return to the team sheet Monday, ending an injury absence that has left him out six straight matches. The midfielder has earned minimal time this season, mainly serving off the bench while getting starts here and there, so he should be expected to continue on the bench in most matches from this point on. He still should see normal minutes as a substitute, but expect those to come in short periods, earning 20-30 minutes at the end of matches.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

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De Rossi's dream start continues as Roma drubs Cagliari 4-0 in Serie A