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Roma returned to training on the afternoon of 29 September following four days of rest granted by head coach Gian Piero Gasperini. The squad worked with the players available at Trigoria while awaiting the return of 12 squad members involved with their national teams during the international break. Wesley, Cristante and Malen undertook differentiated training after withdrawing from their respective national team commitments due to physical issues. The rest of the group completed a session split between tactical work and field drills. Roma are preparing for their return to action on 11 October, when they face Como at the Stadio Sinigaglia.

AS Roma have prevented Paulo Dybala and Nahuel Molina from travelling to Argentina for an event scheduled for 6 October surrounding the Argentina vs Benin match. The club cited sporting and logistical reasons for the decision, specifically the duration of the intercontinental journey and the proximity of Roma's official fixtures. Both players were part of Argentina's 2022 World Cup-winning squad alongside Lionel Messi, and the event carries significance for them. However, Roma's management determined that releasing them would conflict with the club's immediate competitive schedule. The decision reflects the tension between international commitment and domestic club priorities during a congested fixture calendar. The club issued an official statement saying: "AS Roma communicates that Paulo Dybala and Nahuel Molina will not participate in the event organised in Argentina for the Argentina vs Benin match on 6 October. The Society recognises the value of the appointment for the two players, linked to Lionel Messi and protagonists with him in the 2022 World Cup victory. The Club's choice responds to sporting and logistical reasons, linked to the duration of the intercontinental journey and the proximity of official commitments. AS Roma expresses the utmost respect for Lionel Messi and his extraordinary career, wishing him and the Argentine Federation a special evening."

Roma are preparing special kits for their centenary year in 2027, with early details emerging on the home and third shirts that will mark the milestone season. The main shirt will pay tribute to the Roman Club, with release scheduled between May and June 2027, while the third shirt will honour the Alba, another chapter from the club's origins. The centenario planning extends beyond kit design. Yesterday the Services Conference approved the new Pietralata stadium project, with excavation work beginning today at the designated site. The stadium is already being looked at for Euro 2032; Malagò confirmed the facility's inclusion in Italy's bid: "The Pietralata stadium will be there." Roma hope to reach the centenary celebration with a trophy in hand, though the immediate focus is on the upcoming fixture against Como. Off the pitch, Roma have issued an official statement confirming that Argentine pair Nahuel Molina and Paulo Dybala will remain at the club. The Como match carries too much importance for either player to be unavailable, ruling out their involvement in any other commitments during that period.