Cobolli faces Zverev with a special supporter as Bove watches on

Wesley sustained a knee injury during Brazil's match against Egypt on June 7, going down visibly in pain during the first half. According to a lip-read analysis shared on social media, the Roma winger reportedly told the Brazilian medical staff: 'I felt something in my knee.' The injury occurred after a collision during play, and Wesley's immediate emotional response—including tears—raised alarm among both the Brazilian football community and Roma. The player was withdrawn from the match and will undergo imaging tests to determine the severity of the problem. Roma is closely monitoring Wesley's condition as it could have significant ramifications for his immediate availability and future participation in upcoming tournaments. Brazil manager Ancelotti addressed the concern publicly, stating: 'I think he will have time to recover and be with us at the World Cup. Otherwise we will have to choose another player and we will have time to do so. It is urgent, it concerns us. He is an important player, plays at the maximum of his abilities, with power. He has learned a lot about what he was not so good at, the defensive phase, the marking, now in Italy. I hope it is nothing serious, that he receives the necessary care and that he can continue with us in this journey. But I do not deny that there is urgency and concern: if it were to be something serious it would be a shame.' Wesley has played continuously for two seasons without a break—from his time at Flamengo through his current Roma campaign—competing in the Club World Cup, Brasileirão, friendlies, Serie A, Europa League, and Coppa Italia. The extent of the injury remains under observation.

Roma is actively working to strengthen its defensive flanks ahead of the new season under head coach Gian Piero Gasperini. The club has shown initial interest in Ruggeri, a left-back previously managed by Gasperini at Atalanta and now at Atletico Madrid. Roma is also pursuing Dodo from Fiorentina as a full-back option. Ruggeri was already monitored by Roma in January and could emerge as a priority target during the summer transfer window. Gasperini is seeking specific players who can integrate effectively into his tactical system, and recruiting former squad members he has already worked with is seen as an opportunity to accelerate integration. Wesley is described as the only full-back position certainty for the upcoming campaign. The futures of current defenders Çelik and Angelino remain unclear, creating additional vacancies that the club must address. Beyond the flanks, Roma faces broader squad development needs across multiple areas, including attacking roles, as Gasperini prepares for his first full season in charge. Ruggeri represents the type of profile Roma is targeting—an established defender with prior experience under the new coach. The summer window will likely see multiple signings as the club aims to provide Gasperini with a competitive squad capable of challenging across multiple competitions.

Niccolò Pisilli is set to captain Italy's youth side in their match against Greece, following an impressive performance in the victory over Luxembourg. The Roma centrocampist has been one of the standout players in this age-group campaign and is expected to deliver another strong showing. Head coach Gasperini's work has been instrumental in Pisilli's development, and Roma are monitoring his continued progress closely. Beyond Pisilli's individual performance, Roma have a secondary focus for the match: Tzolis, a winger currently at Brugge. The player has long been on Roma's radar and remains a target, though the club has not yet made a concrete move. Bringing Tzolis to Rome would require a fee exceeding €30 million, making it a significant investment. The Grecia–Italia fixture offers Roma staff an opportunity to assess Tzolis's quality in person and gather additional insights that may inform future recruitment decisions. The match thus presents a dual interest for the Giallorossi: celebrating Pisilli's development under Gasperini's guidance and evaluating a potential future teammate in Tzolis. While Roma remain patient in their pursuit of the Brugge player, tonight's game could provide valuable information to support any future transfer strategy.