One last push before taking a breather. Roma wants to erase the disappointment of Manchester and resume their run in the league, where they continue to dominate. Tomorrow night, they face Sassuolo, led by former manager Alberto Aquilani , at the Olimpico, in a far from easy moment. For Gasperini, this is a chance to get back to winning ways and close out their tour de force with three points before the international break.
However, several issues remain to be resolved. Koné and Dybala are on the verge of withdrawal , while Gollini will have to wait until the last minute: if the goalkeeper doesn't recover, Vásquez will once again be on the line. Ghilardi will be given space in defense, while Mora is expected to start in the attacking midfield, both recently called up to the national team. In midfield, Pisilli could give De Roon a rest.
Aquilani also faces significant absences. The Neroverdi coach will be at the Olimpico without Berardi and Volpato and is evaluating two attacking options: Bowie, for a more attacking team with two attacking midfielders behind the striker, or Adzic, who would provide more coverage in midfield, leaving Laurienté and Esposito up front.
Roma-Sassuolo, the probable lineups
ROME (3-4-2-1): Vasquez; Ghilardi, Ndicka, Hermoso; Molina, Cristante, Pisilli, Wesley; Soulé, Mora; Malen. All. Gian PieroGasperini.
Unavailable: Pellegrini, Rensch.
In doubt: Gollini, Dybala, Koné.
SASSUOLO (3-4-2-1): Turati; Walukiewicz, Idzes, Candé; Cinquegrano, Thorstvedt, Matic, Doig; Lauriente, Esposito; Bowie. All. Alberto Aquilani.
Unavailable: Berardi, Volpato.
