Coach Gian Piero Gasperini has published the list of players called up for the Champions League match against Real Madrid, scheduled for matchday 2. Roma's squad includes goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders and attackers, with some notable absences which will influence the composition of the coach.
Among the goalkeepers, the choice was between Vasquez, De Marzi and Gollini, while in defense the group is made up of Rensch, Koulierakis, Ndicka, Molina, Hermoso, Mancini, Balerdi, Wesley, Lulli and Ghilardi. The midfield is entrusted to Pellegrini, De Roon, Koné, Pisilli and Mora, while the attackers are Castro, Malen, Soulé, Dybala and Dybala. The list reflects Gasperini's need to manage a series of injuries and suspensions.
Roma are currently in second position in the Serie A table, two points from the top occupied by Inter and Lazio, after the goalless draw against Como on Sunday. The episode was aggravated by the expulsion of Malen, which further reduced the team's offensive options. Furthermore, the coach has to deal with the absence of Svilar, who was replaced by deputy Gollini during the match against Sinigaglia, and with the absence of Cristante due to a right knee problem. To fill the central position, De Roon was confirmed as the main choice.
Soulé was selected first choice over Pellegrini and Mora, highlighting Gasperini's confidence in his attacking abilities. Despite the difficulties, the Roma team is preparing for a crucial match against Real Madrid, with the aim of consolidating their position in the Champions League and recovering the Serie A standings. The next match represents a fundamental opportunity to demonstrate the solidity of the squad and to try to close the gap with the Serie A leaders.