Roma seized a numerical benefit on the Stadio Olimpico to beat Serie A newcomers Como 2-1 in a doubtlessly pivotal league conflict. Claudio Ranieri’s fees avenged an an identical defeat in December’s reverse fixture to maneuver inside 4 factors from the European qualification spots.
Scoring possibilities have been at a premium within the first half, but Como entered halftime on the entrance foot. Lucas Da Cunha pounced on a pleasant by way of ball from Maximo Perrone to beat Mile Svilar in a one-on-one and put Cesc Fabregas’ aspect in entrance.
Roma didn’t fare nicely within the opening 45 minutes, prompting Ranieri to make a double change at first of the second half. Substitutions labored nicely for the Giallorossi as they flew out of traps earlier than discovering an all-important equalizer by way of Alexis Saelemaekers.
The Milan loanee launched a low shot towards Jean Butez, but it took a clumsy deflection and tricked the Como goalkeeper. Shortly after drawing degree, Roma went a person up as Marc Oliver Kempf picked up a second yellow halfway by way of the second half.
Artem Dovbyk scored off the bench after an excellent first-time cross from Devyne Rensch to finish the turnaround. Roma gamers helped Ranieri have a good time his ‘Supervisor of the Month’ award in model and considerably bolstered their possibilities of securing a coveted European end.
Roma (3-4-2-1)
Mile Svilar – 6.5
He couldn’t have carried out something to thwart Da Cunha’s shot, however he was completely positioned to disclaim Patrick Cutrone early within the second half, handing Roma an important enhance.
Zeki Celik – 7
Performed out of place, the Turkish defender excelled as a center-back and even picked up an help to provoke the comeback.
Gianluca Mancini – 6
His atypically poor anticipation left Da Cunha with a freeway towards Svilar’s objective, whereas he additionally earned a yellow card after shedding his mood at first of the second half.
Evan Ndicka – 6.5
Way more strong than Mancini, the Ivorian held up his finish of the discount towards Gabriel Strefezza and seemed dominant in aerial duels.
Angelino – 6
Roma desperately lacked his bursting runs down the left flank within the first half, however he grew into the competition and have become a everlasting risk as the sport progressed.
Leandro Paredes – 6.5
The Argentine midfielder had a quiet first half however gained a foothold after the break to drag all of the strings and dictate the tempo with inch-perfect passes.
Manu Kone – 5.5
It was one in all his most disappointing performances within the Roma shirt, as he appeared sluggish and indecisive on the ball.
Matias Soule – 6
Deployed with no consideration wingback, the teenager had a forgettable first half and failed to point out a lot earlier than being changed.
Lorenzo Pellegrini – 6
The captain was speculated to be the playmaker and orchestrate Roma’s assaults, however nothing went his means, forcing Ranieri to depart him within the dressing room at halftime.
Paulo Dybala – 6.5
Regardless of failing to attain or help, the diminutive magician drew Kempf’s second yellow card, which proved decisive in the long run.
Eldor Shomurodov – 3
Taken off at halftime after barely touching the ball in a uncommon begin for Roma this season.
Substitutes
Stephan El Shaarawy – 6.5
Bryan Cristante – 6
Alexis Saelemaekers – 7
The Belgian’s renaissance below Ranieri continues. Although he netted a lucky objective, his large effort on the best aspect gave Roma’s comeback legs.
Artem Dovbyk – 7
It was a easy tap-in, nevertheless it takes nothing away from his contribution to this essential triumph.