Gasperini press conference set for 13.30 on Saturday eve as Roma prepare for Genoa

Roma face Genoa at the Stadio Olimpico on Saturday 17 October at 20:45 in Serie A matchday seven, aiming to return to winning ways after a 4–3 Champions League defeat to Real Madrid. The Giallorossi drew 0–0 against Como and 0–0 against Inter before the Real Madrid loss; they have not won since facing Torino. Genoa, managed by Daniele De Rossi, won their first match of the season last time out, beating Fiorentina 2–1. Gasperini will make changes to his squad following injuries sustained against Real Madrid. Manu Koné left the pitch in the first half with a muscle problem, while Paulo Dybala was substituted at half-time with a muscular strain; both remain under assessment as of 15 October, with recovery timings unclear. Mile Svilar is out with a fractured toe, Bryan Cristante with a knee problem, and Donyell Malen suspended following his red card against Como. Roma last won on matchday six against Torino. In Gasperini's 3–4–2–1 formation, Pierluigi Gollini will start in goal with Gianluca Mancini, Evan N'Dicka and Mario Hermoso in the three-man defence. Emanuele Lulli and Wesley are set for the full-back positions, with Marten de Roon and Niccolò Pisilli in midfield. Santiago Castro will lead the attack in place of the suspended Malen, Matías Soulé will play behind him, and Rodrigo Mora is favoured to complete the attacking line if Dybala cannot recover; Lorenzo Pellegrini is an alternative. De Rossi's Genoa are likely to line up in a 4–4–1–1 with goalkeeper Bijlow, but a 3–5–2 with Vitinha alongside the striker remains possible. Roma hold a dominant record at the Olimpico against Genoa: across 65 official matches played in the capital, the Giallorossi have won 48, Genoa 9, with 8 draws. Most recently Roma won 3–1 on 29 December 2025; before that, on 17 January 1990, Genoa last won at the Olimpico, prevailing 1–0. The official lineups will be confirmed before kickoff. The match will be broadcast on DAZN and Sky Sport, with streaming available through NOW and Sky Go according to subscription level.

AS Roma face concern over the fitness of Paulo Dybala and Manu Koné after instrumental medical examinations for both players were postponed to 16 October. The pair will miss the upcoming Genoa fixture as a result of the delayed assessments.

Roma face an anxious wait for scan results on Manu Koné and Paulo Dybala after both players were forced to leave the field during yesterday's match against Real Madrid. Dybala may have suffered only muscular fatigue, but Koné's condition is more concerning — he left the pitch in tears with his hands to his face after sustaining a thigh flexor problem. Both players will undergo instrumental examinations on 16 October to determine the type and extent of their injuries and recovery timescale. Coach Gian Piero Gasperini faces the prospect of losing two key players on top of injuries already ruling out Mile Svilar and Bryan Cristante. The timing is critical, with Roma due to face Genoa on Saturday evening. The club has been monitoring Koné's fitness closely given the severity of how he departed the field.

Roma face Genoa at the Stadio Olimpico on Saturday 17 October at 20:45 in Serie A matchday seven, aiming to return to winning ways after a 4–3 Champions League defeat to Real Madrid. The Giallorossi drew 0–0 against Como and 0–0 against Inter before the Real Madrid loss; they have not won since facing Torino. Genoa, managed by Daniele De Rossi, won their first match of the season last time out, beating Fiorentina 2–1. Gasperini will make changes to his squad following injuries sustained against Real Madrid. Manu Koné left the pitch in the first half with a muscle problem, while Paulo Dybala was substituted at half-time with a muscular strain; both remain under assessment as of 15 October, with recovery timings unclear. Mile Svilar is out with a fractured toe, Bryan Cristante with a knee problem, and Donyell Malen suspended following his red card against Como. Roma last won on matchday six against Torino. In Gasperini's 3–4–2–1 formation, Pierluigi Gollini will start in goal with Gianluca Mancini, Evan N'Dicka and Mario Hermoso in the three-man defence. Emanuele Lulli and Wesley are set for the full-back positions, with Marten de Roon and Niccolò Pisilli in midfield. Santiago Castro will lead the attack in place of the suspended Malen, Matías Soulé will play behind him, and Rodrigo Mora is favoured to complete the attacking line if Dybala cannot recover; Lorenzo Pellegrini is an alternative. De Rossi's Genoa are likely to line up in a 4–4–1–1 with goalkeeper Bijlow, but a 3–5–2 with Vitinha alongside the striker remains possible. Roma hold a dominant record at the Olimpico against Genoa: across 65 official matches played in the capital, the Giallorossi have won 48, Genoa 9, with 8 draws. Most recently Roma won 3–1 on 29 December 2025; before that, on 17 January 1990, Genoa last won at the Olimpico, prevailing 1–0. The official lineups will be confirmed before kickoff. The match will be broadcast on DAZN and Sky Sport, with streaming available through NOW and Sky Go according to subscription level.

Roma face an anxious wait for scan results on Manu Koné and Paulo Dybala after both players were forced to leave the field during yesterday's match against Real Madrid. Dybala may have suffered only muscular fatigue, but Koné's condition is more concerning — he left the pitch in tears with his hands to his face after sustaining a thigh flexor problem. Both players will undergo instrumental examinations on 16 October to determine the type and extent of their injuries and recovery timescale. Coach Gian Piero Gasperini faces the prospect of losing two key players on top of injuries already ruling out Mile Svilar and Bryan Cristante. The timing is critical, with Roma due to face Genoa on Saturday evening. The club has been monitoring Koné's fitness closely given the severity of how he departed the field.

Manu Koné and Paulo Dybala will undergo instrumental examinations on 16 October to determine the extent of their respective injuries ahead of Roma's match against Genoa. Koné stopped during training with a biceps femoris problem, with concerns over a potential lesion that the medical staff will assess. Dybala withdrew from action due to muscular discomfort, though his entourage has signalled cautious optimism; the club will wait for tomorrow's tests before confirming his status. Coach Gian Piero Gasperini will face a depleted squad for the Genoa fixture. In addition to Koné and Dybala, Mile Svilar, Bryan Cristante and Donyell Malen are unavailable. The absences open opportunities for Santiago Castro and Rodrigo Mora in attack as Roma navigate the injury crisis.

Roma face Genoa at the Stadio Olimpico on Saturday 17 October at 20:45 in Serie A matchday seven, aiming to return to winning ways after a 4–3 Champions League defeat to Real Madrid. The Giallorossi drew 0–0 against Como and 0–0 against Inter before the Real Madrid loss; they have not won since facing Torino. Genoa, managed by Daniele De Rossi, won their first match of the season last time out, beating Fiorentina 2–1. Gasperini will make changes to his squad following injuries sustained against Real Madrid. Manu Koné left the pitch in the first half with a muscle problem, while Paulo Dybala was substituted at half-time with a muscular strain; both remain under assessment as of 15 October, with recovery timings unclear. Mile Svilar is out with a fractured toe, Bryan Cristante with a knee problem, and Donyell Malen suspended following his red card against Como. Roma last won on matchday six against Torino. In Gasperini's 3–4–2–1 formation, Pierluigi Gollini will start in goal with Gianluca Mancini, Evan N'Dicka and Mario Hermoso in the three-man defence. Emanuele Lulli and Wesley are set for the full-back positions, with Marten de Roon and Niccolò Pisilli in midfield. Santiago Castro will lead the attack in place of the suspended Malen, Matías Soulé will play behind him, and Rodrigo Mora is favoured to complete the attacking line if Dybala cannot recover; Lorenzo Pellegrini is an alternative. De Rossi's Genoa are likely to line up in a 4–4–1–1 with goalkeeper Bijlow, but a 3–5–2 with Vitinha alongside the striker remains possible. Roma hold a dominant record at the Olimpico against Genoa: across 65 official matches played in the capital, the Giallorossi have won 48, Genoa 9, with 8 draws. Most recently Roma won 3–1 on 29 December 2025; before that, on 17 January 1990, Genoa last won at the Olimpico, prevailing 1–0. The official lineups will be confirmed before kickoff. The match will be broadcast on DAZN and Sky Sport, with streaming available through NOW and Sky Go according to subscription level.

Manu Koné and Paulo Dybala will undergo instrumental examinations on 16 October to determine the extent of their respective injuries ahead of Roma's match against Genoa. Koné stopped during training with a biceps femoris problem, with concerns over a potential lesion that the medical staff will assess. Dybala withdrew from action due to muscular discomfort, though his entourage has signalled cautious optimism; the club will wait for tomorrow's tests before confirming his status. Coach Gian Piero Gasperini will face a depleted squad for the Genoa fixture. In addition to Koné and Dybala, Mile Svilar, Bryan Cristante and Donyell Malen are unavailable. The absences open opportunities for Santiago Castro and Rodrigo Mora in attack as Roma navigate the injury crisis.

Gian Piero Gasperini must reshape Roma's lineup for the Genoa match after suffering disappointment against Real Madrid in the Champions League. Donyell Malen is suspended, while Manu Koné and Paulo Dybala both exited injured and are unlikely to be available, forcing the coach to hand opportunities to squad members who have seen limited action. Rodrígo Mora, Niccolò Pisilli and Santiago Castro are candidates to step up. Castro, who cost Roma 35 million euros, has been largely sidelined by Malen's form this season, receiving three consecutive starts on the bench. The article notes that Roma have become more goalscoring and incisive with Malen in the team, but there will come a point when he needs rest—and Genoa offers Castro the chance to prove himself. Pisilli, described as one of Gasperini's special projects, has been transformed by the coach over recent months and given the confidence to dominate in Serie A; he is not yet fully there but close. He will likely partner Marten de Roon at midfield. Mora, identified as among the positives from the Champions League night, is also ready to start. Castro has struck the woodwork on occasions but has been unable to convert chances, though the article suggests his moment has arrived. Pisilli has consistently made the most of his opportunities and will do so again. The Genoa fixture represents Castro's chance to break from Malen's shadow and show Gasperini he is more than a backup, leaving his own mark in giallorosso colours.

Roma face Genoa at the Stadio Olimpico on Saturday 17 October at 20:45 in Serie A matchday seven, aiming to return to winning ways after a 4–3 Champions League defeat to Real Madrid. The Giallorossi drew 0–0 against Como and 0–0 against Inter before the Real Madrid loss; they have not won since facing Torino. Genoa, managed by Daniele De Rossi, won their first match of the season last time out, beating Fiorentina 2–1. Gasperini will make changes to his squad following injuries sustained against Real Madrid. Manu Koné left the pitch in the first half with a muscle problem, while Paulo Dybala was substituted at half-time with a muscular strain; both remain under assessment as of 15 October, with recovery timings unclear. Mile Svilar is out with a fractured toe, Bryan Cristante with a knee problem, and Donyell Malen suspended following his red card against Como. Roma last won on matchday six against Torino. In Gasperini's 3–4–2–1 formation, Pierluigi Gollini will start in goal with Gianluca Mancini, Evan N'Dicka and Mario Hermoso in the three-man defence. Emanuele Lulli and Wesley are set for the full-back positions, with Marten de Roon and Niccolò Pisilli in midfield. Santiago Castro will lead the attack in place of the suspended Malen, Matías Soulé will play behind him, and Rodrigo Mora is favoured to complete the attacking line if Dybala cannot recover; Lorenzo Pellegrini is an alternative. De Rossi's Genoa are likely to line up in a 4–4–1–1 with goalkeeper Bijlow, but a 3–5–2 with Vitinha alongside the striker remains possible. Roma hold a dominant record at the Olimpico against Genoa: across 65 official matches played in the capital, the Giallorossi have won 48, Genoa 9, with 8 draws. Most recently Roma won 3–1 on 29 December 2025; before that, on 17 January 1990, Genoa last won at the Olimpico, prevailing 1–0. The official lineups will be confirmed before kickoff. The match will be broadcast on DAZN and Sky Sport, with streaming available through NOW and Sky Go according to subscription level.

Roma face an anxious wait for scan results on Manu Koné and Paulo Dybala after both players were forced to leave the field during yesterday's match against Real Madrid. Dybala may have suffered only muscular fatigue, but Koné's condition is more concerning — he left the pitch in tears with his hands to his face after sustaining a thigh flexor problem. Both players will undergo instrumental examinations on 16 October to determine the type and extent of their injuries and recovery timescale. Coach Gian Piero Gasperini faces the prospect of losing two key players on top of injuries already ruling out Mile Svilar and Bryan Cristante. The timing is critical, with Roma due to face Genoa on Saturday evening. The club has been monitoring Koné's fitness closely given the severity of how he departed the field.

Manu Koné and Paulo Dybala will undergo instrumental examinations on 16 October to determine the extent of their respective injuries ahead of Roma's match against Genoa. Koné stopped during training with a biceps femoris problem, with concerns over a potential lesion that the medical staff will assess. Dybala withdrew from action due to muscular discomfort, though his entourage has signalled cautious optimism; the club will wait for tomorrow's tests before confirming his status. Coach Gian Piero Gasperini will face a depleted squad for the Genoa fixture. In addition to Koné and Dybala, Mile Svilar, Bryan Cristante and Donyell Malen are unavailable. The absences open opportunities for Santiago Castro and Rodrigo Mora in attack as Roma navigate the injury crisis.