AS Roma is gearing up to continue their impressive start to the Serie A season as they face Atalanta on Saturday at the iconic Stadio Olimpico. The Giallorossi have made a strong statement in the early weeks of the campaign, currently sitting atop the league standings after a flawless run.
In their opening matches, AS Roma showcased their attacking prowess, beginning with a resounding 4-0 victory against Fiorentina in the season opener. They followed that performance with another dominant display, again winning 4-0, this time against Lecce. With a total of eight goals scored and none conceded, Roma enters this match with significant momentum, both offensively and defensively.
Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini has several key players returning to full fitness, which provides him with greater tactical flexibility ahead of this important fixture. Paulo Dybala, who had been sidelined with a thigh strain, has fully recovered and participated in the final training session. His presence is expected to be pivotal as he serves as the creative engine for Roma's attack.
Defensively, Evan Ndicka has also returned to training after overcoming minor tissue inflammation. However, his inclusion in the starting lineup remains uncertain and will likely be a last-minute decision. Should Ndicka not start, Daniele Ghilardi is prepared to step in, while new signing Leonardo Balerdi is also available and could potentially make his debut in this match.
Additionally, wing-back Devyne Rensch has recovered from muscle fatigue and is back in contention for selection. The main tactical decision for Gasperini will revolve around the supporting roles behind the in-form Donyell Malen, who has already scored five goals in the first two matches of the season. Matías Soulé and Rodrigo Mora are both vying for starting positions, intensifying the competition for spots in the attacking lineup.
As for the predicted lineup for AS Roma, it could feature Svilar in goal, with a defensive trio of Mancini, Ndicka (or Ghilardi), and Hermoso. The midfield may consist of Molina, Kone, Cristante, and Wesley, while Dybala and Mora support Malen up front. This lineup reflects both the attacking intent and defensive stability that AS Roma will aim to exhibit against a challenging Atalanta side.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 7:45 PM BST on Saturday, September 5th. Fans in the United Kingdom can catch the action live on DAZN, ensuring that supporters do not miss this exciting Serie A encounter.
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