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Roger Ibanez - Makes four tackles at Udinese Ibanez took one off-target shot, made four tackles (two won), two interceptions and three clearances and picked up a yellow card in Sunday's 1-1 draw at Udinese.

Impact Ibanez had a pretty good defensive outing, leading his side in interceptions, but they conceded early in the game and settled for the road draw with a late equalizer. The centerback also received his seventh yellow card of the season. That's something to consider for Sunday's derby against Lazio.

MARCH 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Felix Afena-Gyan - Makes one tackle as sub Afena-Gyan registered one off-target shot, one tackle (won) and a yellow card in Sunday's 1-1 draw at Udinese.

Impact Afena-Gyan played 25 minutes and couldn't do much during his limited time in the field. The forward did receive his third yellow card of the season, though. He's been in and out the starting XI lately, and will now look to get the nod on Sunday's derby against Lazio.

MARCH 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rui Patricio - Makes four saves in draw Rui Patricio made four saves during Sunday's 1-1 draw at Udinese.

Impact Rui Patricio conceded early in the first half, but then was able to hold Udinese's offense to help his side earn the road draw. The goalkeeper has 11 clean sheets in the season so far. He will look for another one on Sunday's derby against Lazio.

MARCH 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pierre Kalulu scores an incredible curled shot for the win ' Every Goal ' Round 29 ' Serie A 2021/22

MARCH 15, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Henrikh Mkhitaryan - Wiill return against Lazio Mkhitaryan completed his one-game ban in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Lazio.

Impact Mkhitaryan will be back in the XI in Sunday's clash with Lazio, likely replacing Sergio Oliveira in the midfield. He has logged nine shots, eight chances and seven crosses in the last five appearances, providing an assist.

MARCH 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Marash Kumbulla - Eligible for derby Kumbulla served his one-game suspension in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Empoli.

Impact Kumbulla will be available for Sunday's match with Lazio and recently saw minutes over Roger Ibanez in the back. The two will be in contention to start next to Chris Smalling and Gianluca Mancini. He has logged seven tackles, four interceptions, eight clearances and three blocks in the last four starts, with two clean sheets.

MARCH 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Udinese 1-1 Roma ' Pellegrini rescues a point for Roma ' Serie A 2021/22

MARCH 13, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Barca held 0-0 by Galatasaray, Sevilla beats West Ham in EL

Barcelona’s newfound attacking verve vanished as the club was held to a 0-0 draw by Galatasaray in the first leg of the round of 16 of the Europa League

MARCH 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rui Patricio - Blanks Atalanta Patricio had four saves and one clearance while keeping a clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 win over Atalanta.

Impact Patricio answered the bell when he needed to, but the opponents were never really threatening. He has kept four clean sheets in the last seven matches, making 20 saves and allowing six goals. Roma will visit Udinese next Sunday.

MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gianluca Mancini - Decent against Atalanta Mancini took two shots (one on target), had one interception and two clearances and won three duels in Saturday's 1-0 win over Atalanta.

Impact Mancini did not pile up numbers in the back, but he picked up some offensive stats too and his side managed to hold a potent offense in check. He has recorded four tackles, seven interceptions and four blocks in the last six matches, with three clean sheets. Roma will visit Udinese next Sunday.

MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Marash Kumbulla - Suspended for next game Kumbulla had one block and two interceptions and won three of five tackles and eight duels in Saturday's 1-0 win over Atalanta but he will have to miss one game due to yellow-card...

Impact Kumbulla had a very respectable performance while going against a strong frontline, but he also picked up his fifth yellow card of the season. He will sit out next Sunday's away game versus Udinese, where Roger Ibanez will most likely return to the XI.

MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rick Karsdorp - Serviceable versus Atalanta Karsdorp sent in three crosses (zero accurate), created one scoring chance, won three of four tackles and had three clearances in Saturday's 1-0 win over Atalanta.

Impact Karsdorp lacked touch in his crosses but was nonetheless able to pick up stats at both ends and was rather energetic. He was instrumental in the lone goal of the game as he found Nicolo Zaniolo with a great long ball. He has tallied ten chances, 18 crosses, five tackles and five interceptions in the last five matches. Roma will visit Udinese next Sunday.

MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bryan Cristante - Chips in at both ends against Atalanta Cristante took three off-target shots, had two interceptions, won two of four tackles and won four duels in Saturday's 1-0 win over Atalanta.

Impact Cristante co-led his team in shots but could not hit the target in of them, plus he contributed defensively as usual. He seems to have entrenched himself as a starter despite the competition coming from Jordan Veretout and Sergio Oliveira. He has logged one goal, ten shots, nine tackles and six interceptions in the last five appearances. Roma will visit Udinese next Sunday.

MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lorenzo Pellegrini - Delivers six crosses in Atalanta game Pellegrini took one off-target shot, sent in six crosses (two accurate), created two scoring chances and had three interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 win over Atalanta.

Impact Pellegrini got the job done at both ends, although he was not precise in his deliveries and took just one shot. He has failed to score or assist in the last four games after returning from an injury, but he has recorded 12 shots, six chances, 15 crosses and 12 interceptions. Roma will visit Udinese next Sunday.

MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tammy Abraham - Bags goal versus Atalanta Abraham took two shots (one on target), sent in two inaccurate crosses, created one chance and scored a goal in Saturday's 1-0 win over Atalanta.

Impact Abraham did not put up great numbers but had a clinical display, as he capitalized on one of his few opportunities by keeping his aplomb in front of the goalie after slipping behind the defense. He has scored five times in the last six matches, adding 22 shots, seven chances and five crosses. Roma will visit Udinese next Sunday.

MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nicolo Zaniolo - Provides assist against Atalanta Zaniolo (nose) took three shots (two on target), sent in six crosses (one accurate), created one chance and picked up an assist in Saturday's 1-0 win over Atalanta.

Impact Zaniolo played through his small nose fracture as expected and had a convincing display, co-pacing his team in shots and setting up Tammy Abraham's assist with a precise through ball. He has notched one goal, two assists, 19 shots and ten chances in the last five appearances. Roma will visit Udinese next Sunday.

MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sergio Oliveira - Subs in late against Atalanta Oliveira (heel) drew one foul and won one duel in six minutes in Saturday's 1-0 win over Atalanta.

Impact Oliveira was available following a one-game absence, but the coach stuck with the same lineup he used last week. He could return to the XI in next Sunday's away game versus Udinese since Henrikh Mkhitaryan is suspended. He has posted two goals, one assist, ten chances and 13 crosses in six appearances since joining Roma.

MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Felix Afena-Gyan - Comes off bench versus Atalanta Afena-Gyan (hip) won one duel and was dispossessed once in six minutes in Saturday's 1-0 win over Atalanta.

Impact Afena-Gyan was part of the squad despite the rumors of a punishment by the coach, but he did not play a lot. He will continue to serve as the top offensive back-up behind Nicolo Zaniolo and Tammy Abraham. He has scored twice and notched 14 shots, five chances and eight tackles in 13 appearances (four starts). Roma will visit Udinese next Sunday.

MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Abraham thrives as Mourinho's Roma eyes Champions League

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MARCH 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Henrikh Mkhitaryan - Sent off versus Atalanta Mkhitaryan took two off-target shots, had one interception and one clearance and was booked twice in Saturday's 1-0 win over Atalanta.

Impact Mkhitaryan played in a more defensive role than usual in this one and was a non-factor on offense. He picked up his second yellow card for a late handball. He will have to sit out next Saturday's away game versus Udinese, where either Jordan Veretout or Sergio Oliveira will replace him in the midfield.

MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Felix Afena-Gyan - Back in squad Afena-Gyan (hip) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Atalanta.

Impact Afena-Gyan returns to the side Saturday after missing the last contest, but he's back on the bench where he's been most of the season. He'll still fight for playing time moving forward, though he's produced no goals in his only four starts this season.

MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Felix Afena-Gyan - Shakes off injury but might not be option Afena-Gyan was diagnosed with a hip contusion after being scratched late for the previous game and returned to practice, but Jose Mourinho sent him to the youth team to discipline...

Impact Afena-Gyan has recovered from his injury, but he might not be called up for this one for disciplinary reasons. In any case, Nicolo Zaniolo, Eldor Shomurodov and Carles Perez are available after missing time lately, reducing his chances to see playing time.

MARCH 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sergio Oliveira - Set to return against Atalanta Oliveira (heel) returned to full training Thursday and is poised to be an option Saturday, Corriere dello Sport informs.

Impact Oliveira was a late scratch for the previous match and was later diagnosed with a heel bruise, which he shook off. It remains to be seen whether he will be back in the XI or if the coach will elect to field Jordan Veretout and Bryan Cristante over him. He has logged two goals, one assist, eight shots and ten chances in five matches with Roma.

MARCH 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lorenzo Pellegrini - Takes seven shots in win Pellegrini took seven shots (three on target), created four chances, sent in five crosses (two accurate), made three tackles (one won) and one interception in Sunday's 1-0 win at S...

Impact Pellegrini had a good offensive performance, leading his side in crosses and chances created, while taking the second-most shots. The midfielder has six goals and four assists in the season so far. He will now face a tougher matchup when they host Atalanta on Saturday.

MARCH 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE