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Serie A 2017-18 - Stagione 1718

Prossimo incontro

Napoli – A.S. Roma

27. Giornata

3 marzo 2018, 20:45

Napoli, Stadio San Paolo

Ultimo incontro

A.S. Roma – Milan

0 - 2

26. Giornata

25 febbraio 2018, 20:45

Roma, Stadio Olimpico

Champions League 2017-18 - Stagione 17-18

Prossimo incontro

A.S. Roma – Shakhtar Donetsk

13 marzo 2018, 20:45

Roma, Stadio Olimpico

Categoria: As Roma Corner

Rubrica in inglese gestita dagli amici del Roma Club Dublino

0 Roma-Bologna 1-0 “One by One”

29 ottobre 2017
Stefano Sale
· As Roma Corner

Torino, Crotone, Bologna: Roma at a minimum with one nil rule. Not so impressive but solid at the back, with only five goals conceded in all season, the best defense in Serie A. History says the best defense will always grab the Scudetto in the end. Is this going to be the case again this year? Regardless, Roma needs to keep going like this, clean sheets, and hopefully score more goals and continue to win games. The leading pack continue relentlessly on the same note. The top six teams have formed one separate league. Winning against these will be crucial and unfortunately Roma have so far lost two, against Inter and Napoli.

Last night Roma did just enough, once again, but hardly ever felt under pressure by a static Bologna side with Federico Di Francesco upfront, ironically the son of Roma coach Eusebio. It was another revolutioned team selection with Kolarov and Nainggolan rested for the upcoming match against Chelsea. The rotation is working fine, different players each game, same end product. This time it was Stephan El Sharaawy our saviour with a cracking goal! Goal dedicated to Rick Karsdorp who will be out for another 6 months. Teams like Napoli cannot afford this type of rotation, they have barely 11 players to rely on. So, in the long-term this team tactic might pay off.

Next three weeks are crucial: Chelsea, Fiorentina, Lazio, Atletico Madrid. Serie A and Champions League at stake. Let’s take one by one. Chelsea will be much tougher than what we saw at Stamford Bridge. If we play again at that level anything is possible. Most importantly, cannot afford to lose players anymore to injury but to get back to fitness the likes of Patrik Schick. If he can match our expectations he can be our secret lethal weapon. Daje Roma!

0 Roma-Crotone 1-0 “Just three points”

26 ottobre 2017
Stefano Sale
· As Roma Corner

Let’s begin with the bad news: We all welcomed Rick Karsdorp back to playing days last night after five months absence. He never played before since joining Roma in the summer. We have learnt this morning that the right back has suffered the rupture the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee last night. But how and when? Another one following the same jinx on Strooman, Florenzi, Capradossi, Ponce, Mario Rui, Nura, Rudiger, Palmieri, Luca Pellegrini, Tumminello. Fourteen in the last three years! A negative record.. Most likely he will out for the rest of the season. We wish Rick the best of luck.

The game last night. Roma did just enough to secure three points against minnow Crotone thanks to a doubtful penalty converted by Diego Perotti. The foul on Kolarov is not a foul, but the VAR was not not called by the match officials. Overall, not a great match to watch, apart from Kolarov showing off his great talent the rest of the team did not perform as good. Crotone were given too much space on the counter and it was a relief to snatch a narrow victory at the end. The most important thing is to keep up the pace with the league leaders who continue to win games, too.

Next Bologna on Saturday evening. The same Bologna who kep Inter at bay but lost at home to Lazio last night. Then Chelsea on Tuesday. Another two crucial matches ahead. Let’s stay behind the team and get the flags ready. Forza Roma!

Stefano @ASROMA.IE

0 Match Review: Torino-Roma 0-1 “Rough Winners”

23 ottobre 2017
Stefano Sale
· As Roma Corner · Rubriche

A pretty average game for a rough win. Eusebio Di Francesco had anticipated this during the press conference. Concentration is key. Sometimes you also win games like this during a long season. Roma came from the big test against Chelsea. It was important not to lower the concentration.

The team did not shine like in London, the game plan was not so fluid in midfield and not so sharp upfront, but most importantly Roma did not concede anything at the back. Torino did not create a single goal chance, our keeper Alisson had somehow an easy afternoon. But Roma found hard to break the deadlock until midway in the second half. Aleksandar Kolarov set piece strike resolved the game for Roma. The Serbian valued 5 million by Manchester City, half of the price Roma sold Mario Rui to Napoli in the summer. A real crack, so much personality and ability to stand out from the rest. A giant on that left band, another cracking goal after Chelsea, three points that help Roma climb up the standings.

No time to rest. On Wednesday comes minnow Crotone, surely Di Francesco will make a turnover, maybe good time to finally see in the field both Schick and Karsdorp, practically at their debut in Serie A. More cannon ammunition to continue the chase at the top and of the league and qualify in Champions. Daje Roma!

Stefano @ASROMA.IE

0 Chelsea-Roma 3-3 “Stunning”

20 ottobre 2017
Stefano Sale
· As Roma Corner

Sorry about the delay. Just back from London. Exhausted but revived, a pile of mixed feelings after two days in the English Capital; the beautiful atmosphere, the fans, the expectations before the game, then the game itself. Whatever happened at Stamford Bridge, we can be proud , whatever the result. Of course, Roma did not start as favourite, not much expectations, hardly anyone could foresee Roma getting much out of this one. For us, the trip was more about the “craic”. as they say in this part of the world. And rightly so.

A bright start, then the usual story, one mistake in dfense, capital punishment by David Luiz first, then Eddie Hazard. Two-nil down. Then a light is shed by Aleksander Kolarov, a solo slalom with a rocking ball behind the Chelsea keeper. 2-1. Hope. Roma played better then Chelsea until now, so unfairly down on the scoreline. Second half: We all expect some Chelsea raging-reaction to put the game beyond doubt, instead Roma starts again even brighter, dominating the opposition all over the pitch. Edin Dzeko, the real superstar here scoring two fantastic goals that send the Roma crowd in heaven. 2-3!

Later, another one near certain, a header that incredibly goes wide! it could wrapped up the game for Roma. 2-4? Nope. Instead another silly mistake allows Hazard to equalise. 3-3. Maybe a lost opportunity to seal victory and nearly secure second place in the group but also a great display to remember, a reminder that this Roma team can actually compete. In the meantime, Qarabag incredible draw against Atletico is another enexpected big help. We can do it! Next, Torino away. If we show this character anything is possible. Daje Roma!

0 Match Review: Roma-Napoli 0-1 “Ready or Not”

15 ottobre 2017
Stefano Sale
· As Roma Corner

This was the real match to test this Roma side. Napoli, top of the league, 7 win out of 7, crushing teams all along, playing great football so far. A test to determine whether this Roma team is ready to battle alongside the top sides in Serie A and in Europe. Of course, Roma lost one nil, thanks to Lorenzo Insigne’s first-half strike, with Roma failing short in pursuit of an equaliser.

But the defeat goes beyond the result. Napoli showed a lot of confidence, just superior in the first half by controlling the ball and pressing Roma, who struggled to keep the opposition at bay. Di Francesco’s men were just unable to keep the same pace. Too clumsy at the back, too predictable in midfield, too weak on the wings. The worst seen so far this season. Daniele De Rossi unfortunately was the main culprit, responsible for a silly mistake that created a golden opportunity for Napoli to score. Insigne did not waste it.

During second half EDF made some changes at the back and in midfield, and Roma did improve but it was not enough. Of course, Pepe Reina and the crossbar denied a possible equalizer but that was it. Napoli seemed always on top and squandered some clear chances to double the advantage. Roma were able to put some pressure in the last 20 mins but never gave the impression to play well as a team, just relied on whateveter scramble, or, on any random crosses from the wing, if could bring something.

Disappointment in the end. The only thing we can say is that we were missing several key players, that this team is still in the process of becoming a team. One note: Di Francesco game plan might not suit certain players, like De Rossi for instance, his way of playing in front of the defence. Daniele is a defender essentially, not a metronome able to push an attacking play. The same can be said about his natural replacement, Maxime Gonalons, who hardly features in this team. Roma might need a different player there if EDF insists on 4-3-3 formation, maybe Strootman can do that?

On another note, Chelsea awaits us on Wednesday, fresh of defeat against bottom team Crystal Palace, quite opposite as Napoli, 7 matches lost out of 7, zero points. Yet, yesterday they beat Chelsea 2-1. But rest assured, the game at Stamford Bridge will be quite different, if Roma wants to pull a positive result must be performing close to perfection, especially in defense and in midfield. We must pick ourselves up, get out there and play! Daje. Forza Roma.

0 Match review: Milan-Roma 0-2 “Power test”

2 ottobre 2017
Stefano Sale
· As Roma Corner

When you win in the San Siro it’s always difficult to find anything wrong. Roma beat AC Milan two nil and without too much trouble. Milan had a couple of dangerous shots with our keeper making a couple of good saves, but that is really it. We don’t remember anything else from the Rossoneri. On the other hand Roma did not capitalise straight away on its superiority, a bit static in the first half as if did not want to do any harm.

In the second half Dzeko woken up the Roma boat with another great goal, then Florenzi, first missing an easy one then eventually doubling the scoreline. Roma were suddenly on top with a minimum effort. Job done. Three points.Meanwhile, Inter were once again winners with a touch of luck, even against minnow Benevento. Napoli went easy on Cagliari and Juve were forced to draw at Atalanta amongst controversial VAR decisions. The most important thing is that Roma are still there, showing character and resilience. Another international break then the big clash against Napoli. Time to focus and prepare. Chase in on. Forza Roma!

0 Qarabag-Roma 1-2 “In the bag”

28 settembre 2017
Stefano Sale
· As Roma Corner

Good points, 3 points in the bag and second place above Atletico who lost to Chelsea. Bad points, a not so good performance against a team well below average standards in the Champions League.

We were expecting a more convincing spirit and attitude, you need that in European competitions, regardless. Some player slacked on the pitch, just not focused, especially after Manolas and Dzeko goals that put Roma ahead in the first 15 mins. The game wrapped up? You can’t think this way at this level, in fact Roma disappeared afterwards and Qarabag looked dangerous in some circumstances, pulled one back for Gonalons silly mistake, then nearly got an equaliser in the final minutes. So, not perfect at all, but at least we have the 3 points we need. Next Chelsea front and back. Atletico in Madrid will probably be the decider for second spot. Next Serie A, Milan on Sunday, they are not at their best but we need a more solid performance in the San Siro. Forza Roma, as always!

0 Match Review: Roma-Udinese 3-1 “45 minutes”

24 settembre 2017
Stefano Sale
· As Roma Corner

45 minutes, that’s how long took Roma to wrap up the match against Udinese. Another game won based on clear superiority from the start as seen against Verona and Benevento. More goals by Edin Dzeko and El Sharaawy. More changes in the team rotation, but the end product is the same. Diego Perotti continues to show brilliance on the flank, despite missing the penalty that could have put Roma 4-0 up. He’s first penalty ever missed since at Roma. Edin Dzeko numbers are staggering: 22 goals in the last 22 games. 55 goals in 2 seasons. Encouraging performances and numbers in spite of Juve and Napoli continuing their unbeaten run.

Roma have so far emphatically won their games, nevermind the initial Inter set back. Juve and Napoli have shown resilience but nonetheless this Roma team can challenge anyone. Of course, tougher tests ahead will tell the real story but so far we can only be pleased by Eusebio Di Francesco’s work. As far as we are concerned, we do not miss Luciano Spalletti, apart from the work on the pitch, EDF is always straight to the point, no strange attitude and quite elegant on how he communicates to his players and the media. He knows what he wants. He makes sure all his players feel important, no one is assured a place, anyone can enter the field anytime, all equally. Even at Inter, Spalletti keeps showing that he only considers a number of players, if you don’t fit the bill you might stay on the bench all season. Unlike Spalletti, EDF rotates well his players and uses his subs in a relevant way, not with 5 minutes to go. So, long live Eusebio, forget about the press calling for silly arguments. This team has potentials, we just need to behind them. Qarabag on Wednesday then Milan on Sunday. Daje Roma!

0 Match Review: Benevento-Roma 0-4 “Good Wind”

21 settembre 2017
Stefano Sale
· As Roma Corner

Roma buried minnow Benevento without much effort. A predictable storyline, given the fact Napoli put 6 past them only 3 days ago. From the wings came most of the chances for Dzeko who easily put the ball in the back of the net, also with some help from the opposition. Benevento literally means “good wind”. Barely a football club that can survive at this kind of level. In four matches they scored one goal while conceding 14, two of which they scored themselves tonight. The good outcome is to bag andother 3 points and build that confidence to keep chase the pack.

Nothing much to say about the match, ordinary stuff. No much effort from a Roma side who featured from the satrt Gonalons, Pellegrini, Cengiz and gave some more minutes to Florenzi. What is more worrying from Serie A match 4 is that Napoli continues to score goals and win games emphatically. On-form Lazio the latest victim on their own ground. Juve beat Fiorentina narrowly and Milan still don’t convince fully, but still grabbing 3 points. Inter are struggling on the pitch, they don’t convince but they are there, until one day the luck might run out.

Roma must believe they can compete. Once the squad will be at full potential with Schick and Karsdorp then we will see the potentials. In the meantime, let’s grab points, it’s our chance to capitalise, but they at home against Udinese first then away to Qarabag in the Champions League. October will a tough month with tough fixtures. Be ready for that. So that’s it for now, always Forza Roma!

0 Roma-Verona 3-0 “Emphatic”

17 settembre 2017
Stefano Sale
· As Roma Corner

What we expected. A convincing display, a great win. A night to remember, especially for Alessandro Florenzi, what a great comeback for the winger! He was a pleasure to see him back on the pitch with the same intensity, he set up the first goal for Dzeko and was a thorn in the side of Verona throughout of match. Welcome back Ale! Same is to be said about Lorenzo Pellegrini, a great performance by the Italian international who replaced Strotman in midfield. It was also the first time for Cengiz Under from the start in place for Defrel, he showed glimpses he can be a cracking player on the right wing. Patrick Shick entered the field towards the end and although is not fit yet he showed what is capable of. Di Francesco must be delighted to have these players at his disposal. The future is bright.

Th game itself was predictable. Hellas Verona are destined to a troubled season, they were just not able to tackle this Roma side. Dzeko scored twice and missed another two or three, Nainggolan the other goalscorer thanks to fantastic team play. The game could have ended with an impressive scoreline. Other positive notes came from El Sharaawy and the backline, this time impeccable. So many changes for this game, the only othe rplayer who did not feature yet was Gonalons, expected to play instead of De Rossi, but he stayed on the bench. Perhaps the frenchman is not ready yet. We will see at Benevento on EWednedday night what the coach will decide. But with Karsdorp on his way back, all players are finally available for picking. So, happy days. Roma are now facing a match every three days until October, including Qarabag in the Champions League. On paper “easy games”. We must capitalise and bag three points for each. Chasing the top of the group in Serie A won’t be easy, especially when teams like Inter continue to bag points very fortunately while underperforming. But we are now there gaining full speed. Daje. Forza Roma.

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