Malen matches Totti's early-season record: 'I want to keep going like this'

Roma travel to Udine on Saturday 31 October with a kickoff at 18:00, facing an Udinese side in deep decline under Kosta Runjaic, whose position is under severe scrutiny. Udinese sit on just 5 points in the table and have won only ... no, they have one point less than that suggests: the article states they are in a crisis, with their bench reportedly in danger and another slip potentially costing Runjaic his job. Udinese's 0-0 draw at Parma in midweek ended a run of defeats but did not cure their problems. They have scored only one goal in their last five outings and their play has been slow and predictable. The most worrying figure for Runjaic concerns home form at the Bluenergy Stadium, where four of their six league defeats this season have come, against Lazio, Cagliari, Lecce and Milan, and where the attack has drawn a blank in their last three home matches. Their injury list is crowded: Solet is hoped to be available for the match, while Bertola is out along with long-term absentees and Alaba. Udinese were rescued at Parma only by a late save from Okoye, who stopped a penalty. Roma have historically struggled in Friuli, regardless of form or league position. Their last meeting there came in February, a 1-0 home win for Udinese thanks to a goal from Ekkelenkamp. In 2024-25 and 2023-24 Roma won narrowly, 2-1 on both occasions, while in September 2022 Udinese won a heavy 4-0. Gasperini is expected to make some rotations but no wholesale turnover, with the focus on Udinese before the Champions League big match against Manchester United on Tuesday.

Roma travel to Udinese for the tenth round of Serie A Enilive, with the match broadcast live and exclusively on DAZN and a 6pm kickoff. Coach Gian Piero Gasperini's side return to away action after a 4-2 win over Cagliari at the Stadio Olimpico on Tuesday. The fixture comes with a wider context. Roma want to build momentum before their demanding Champions League trip to Manchester United next Tuesday, and three more points in Friuli would strengthen their position as they prepare for that test. To watch the match on television, fans will need a DAZN subscription. The service is available through the DAZN app on smart TVs, or on gaming consoles such as Xbox or PlayStation. Other devices are also supported, including Amazon Fire TV Stick, Google Chromecast and the TIM VISION Box. Supporters can follow the action through the live commentary on Forzaroma.info and via the club's social media updates on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

Roma travel to Udine for Serie A matchday 10 of 2026-27, facing Udinese at the Bluenergy Stadium, just days after their home win over Cagliari. Ahead of the match, the club has issued practical guidance for supporters following the team to Friuli, covering tickets, transport, stadium access and things to see in the city. Away-section tickets went on sale on Friday 23 October at 16:00 through the official TicketOne platform, priced at 40 euros. Sales end on Saturday 31 October at 18:00, which coincides with kick-off. Udinese have confirmed there are no territorial restrictions on away fans. To buy, supporters must follow the AS Roma Card authorisation procedure, indicated by the Giallorossi on the TicketOne Sport portal. Tickets for the away section cannot be bought at the stadium on matchday. Roma therefore advise supporters to travel only if they already hold a valid entry ticket. Full updated information is available in the club's official communication. The train is one of the most practical options from the capital, especially for those wishing to avoid a long car journey. High-speed services run from Roma Termini or Roma Tiburtina towards northern Italy, continuing in the direction of Udine. Depending on the options available, the journey may involve a change at Venezia Mestre or be a direct service. The total journey generally takes between five and a half and seven hours, depending on stops, connections and the service chosen. Fans should check timetables on the Trenitalia and Italo websites. From Udine station, urban bus line 9 links the station and the bus station with the Bluenergy Stadium area. Services and frequencies should be verified before departure, particularly for the return journey after the match. Long-distance coaches are an alternative, with FlixBus offering links between Rome and Udine, usually departing from Roma Tiburtina bus station. Some routes involve intermediate changes. The trip is considerably longer than by train, taking around nine to eleven hours or more depending on the route. Prices, stops and availability should be checked at the time of booking. For a 18:00 kick-off, it is advisable to choose an option that allows arrival in Udine with sufficient time, including the transfer to the stadium. By car, the road distance between Rome and Udine is about 650 kilometres, depending on the starting point and route. The journey takes roughly seven to eight hours, excluding stops and any delays. The most common route follows the A1 motorway towards Florence and Bologna, then continues towards Padua, Venice and Friuli-Venezia Giulia. The Bluenergy Stadium, located at piazzale Repubblica Argentina 3, can be reached via the A23 motorway and the exits signposted for the stadium area. Those coming from Venice and Trieste should leave at the Udine Sud toll booth, continue on the Tangenziale Ovest towards Tarvisio and follow signs for the Stadio Friuli – Ospiti Curva Sud exit. Traffic restrictions and dedicated routes for away supporters may be in place on match days, so fans should check local authority communications before setting off. By air, Trieste-Ronchi dei Legionari airport, about 40 kilometres from Udine, is the reference airport. The availability of flights from Rome Fiumicino should be checked against the travel date. From Trieste Airport station, close to the terminal, trains connect to Udine, or public transport can be used. Once in the city, line 9 reaches the stadium area. Allowing for airport times, checks and the final transfer, flying is not necessarily more convenient than the train. The Bluenergy Stadium, historically known as Stadio Friuli, is Udinese's home ground. It sits in the Rizzi district, about four kilometres from the city centre. Opened in 1976, it underwent a major renovation that profoundly transformed the structure, making it one of Italy's most modern football venues. It holds around 25,000 spectators, with covered seating and stands designed for good sightlines. The absence of traditional barriers between the stands and the pitch is one of its distinctive features, and the redevelopment brought the stands closer to the playing surface, creating a particularly atmospheric setting. From Udine city centre, supporters can use public transport, a taxi or a car. A taxi from the station to the stadium covers roughly five to six kilometres, taking about 10 to 15 minutes depending on traffic, with fares varying by service and time of day. Walking from the city centre takes around an hour, depending on the starting point. For Roma supporters, the specific instructions for access to the away section always take precedence over standard road and pedestrian routes. Udine is a city rich in history, art and tradition, with an elegant historic centre that is easy to explore on foot. Visitors arriving a few hours before the match will find plenty to see. Among the highlights is Via Mercatovecchio, one of the most characteristic streets in the old town, lined with historic palazzi and arcades, and once a main commercial hub of the city.

Roma will travel from Udine to Manchester after Saturday's match at Udinese, having decided not to return to Rome in between. Their schedule is packed: Saturday's match in Friuli, then a Sunday morning training session at Udinese's sports centre, where the Friulani will host the giallorossi. Roma leave Trieste at 16:00 for England for the Champions League tie against Manchester United. On Monday, the eve of the game, Malen and his team-mates will train at Old Trafford at 19:00 Italian time. Gasperini's press conference, featuring one player, is scheduled for 18:20. The match against the Red Devils kicks off on Tuesday at 21:00. Roma will return to Italy on Wednesday morning rather than immediately after the game. Roma's next Serie A fixture is on Saturday 7 November, when they host Sassuolo at the Stadio Olimpico.

Roma head coach Gian Piero Gasperini has drawn up a shopping list as the club looks to strengthen its squad, with three signings reportedly in mind before the international break. Roma face Udinese, Manchester United and Sassuolo as the last three matches of a gruelling run of nine games in 28 days, and they are doing so short of numbers. Svilar, Dybala and Koné will not be available tomorrow, and only the last two are hoping to return from the next fixtures. The squad is stretched thin. Gasperini said earlier in the season: "La rosa va allungata" ("The squad needs to be lengthened"). While awaiting the UEFA ruling expected in November, the sporting director is already working to reinforce the team. Last January, Malen, Vaz, Venturino and Zaragoza arrived at the club. Gasperini would be content with three targeted signings: an attacking winger, a backup for Wesley and a dynamic central midfielder. For the attacking unit, the names linked are Leweling and Gittens. A surprise could be van Bommel of PSV Eindhoven, a player Roma have been monitoring for some time. Roma are also not giving up on Endrick. Real Madrid have little room for the Brazilian, who wants to leave. D'Amico will need to find the right formula, which could resemble the deal that brought Bobby in a year ago: a loan with an obligation to buy on certain conditions. Attention then turns to the wide midfield. Mendes has offered Balde of Barcelona, while the new name is Pascini of Atlético Mineiro. The most pressing problem, however, is midfield. Pellegrini will return in 2027, and Koné has frequent physical problems. Roma need a energetic runner in the centre of the park, and Moses of Slavia Prague is on the notebook.

Roma's radio pundits have been weighing up the team ahead of tomorrow's trip to Udinese, and Lorenzo Pes on Teleradiostereo 92.7 says Paulo Dybala is unlikely to feature in the Champions League against Manchester United. Pes said: "Balerdi and Hermoso have recovered. I expect de Roon to start again. Svilar will return against Parma, the medical staff have decided not to take a risk and the goalkeeper could go back to work in Belgium. Koné trained on the pitch yesterday, his goal is to return with Sassuolo and then go to the national team. Dybala wants to be there against Manchester, but it will depend on him. He also did personalised work yesterday, and for now it is difficult to see him in the Champions League." The broadcasters are unanimous that Roma must win in Udine, and several pundits warn that the fixture is no formality. Francesco Balzani on Teleradiostereo 92.7 said: "I fear everyone. Roma are clearly stronger and must win in Udine, but when there are these closely spaced matches... And Udinese at home have always caused problems for the giallorossi. My mind is on Manchester on Sunday, and I hope the players do the same. The most important path for me remains the one in Italy, the goal is the Scudetto, and you must not fail these games against the 'small' sides." Roberto Pruzzo on Radio Radio Mattino 104.5 noted that Udinese have recovered Davis and Zaniolo and could cause problems, adding: "Roma must immediately steer the game tomorrow. In the last match Gollini made some saves and the giallorossi must be careful. In midfield Roma have few alternatives. This point of the season is delicate." The panel's predictions on the line-up vary. Ugo Trani on Teleradiostereo 92.7 said: "I think the certainties like Wesley and Malen will surely play tomorrow, the doubt is at the back. If Balerdi is well he could play him at centre-right, but if he is not at 100% he will not risk him. On the right flank, in my opinion, Lulli plays. Up front Soulé and Mora from the start, but they could also field a midfielder. I don't think they will force Koné's return before the break, also because France are there too. The Udine game frightens me, Manchester is whatever comes. But against Udinese I consider it the hardest of the three matches." Trani also said: "Ghilardi has learned a lot from Mancini, sometimes he even gives the impression he could play as a winger because he has an explosive pace." He added: "I really hope for Endrick, Milan are out. If he leaves, he comes here." Felici said on Teleradiostereo 92.7: "We need some attention towards Udinese, but we also need a sense of reality, and the conclusion is that Roma cannot afford not to win in Udine. Against Cagliari, even though the win came 4-2, it was not a stroll. In Udine you may not have to score a goal-fest, but to win you have to win." Balzani expected "two changes in defence", with Ghilardi and Balerdi alongside Hermoso, and suggested Mora could start with Cristante pushed forward and de Roon behind. Simone Valdarchi on Radio Manà Manà 90.9 expects rotation in defence and on the flanks, pointing out that Koulierakis and Mancini could be left out compared with the last outing, while at least two of Ghilardi, Balerdi and Hermoso could play. He said: "If he had the chance, I think Gasp would give Ndicka a rest too, but maybe it is not the moment." Nando Orsi on Radio Radio Mattino 104.5 was the most confident: "There is too great a gap between Roma and Udinese. All games are difficult, but on the pitch you see the differences in value. I do not see any other result besides a Roma win."