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Roma Primavera drew 1–1 with Empoli at Tre Fontane in a result that disappointed head coach Scala. Camara gave Roma an early lead, but Empoli equalised from a penalty by Perin before half-time, and the scoreline remained unchanged in the second half. The result leaves Roma second in the Primavera standings on 12 points, level with both Empoli and Bologna but two points behind Inter at the top. Scala acknowledged Empoli's qualities but was critical of his side's intensity. "There are also the merits of Empoli," he said. "They have never lost so far. They are an orderly team in the defensive phase and tried to attack us in transition. They had their merits, but we were too far below our usual level. I did not see that fighting spirit and that football poison we need to win matches, which in other situations has helped us bring home results. That must be the foundation for achieving any result and to grow both individually and collectively." Scala rejected the notion that proximity to a forthcoming UEFA Youth League match against Real Madrid had affected the performance. "No, only this match was important. We knew that with a win we could go top of the table and that would have given us even more confidence and strength ahead of the Youth League game. But we were focused only on Empoli." He stressed the need to move forward quickly: "We have to reset and also learn from these poor matches to improve and grow. Starting with Wednesday's match, which we must face at our best."

Roma travel to Como for a Serie A match against Como at the Sinigaglia on 11 October at 12:30, marking the club's return to league action after a three-week break. The away section is sold out, and Roma have confirmed that no additional tickets will be available for purchase on matchday. Roma's official statement stressed that supporters should only travel to Como if they already hold a valid ticket. The club has recommended fans make the journey only with a legitimate match ticket, in accordance with local and public safety authority directives. No tickets will be sold at the ground on the day of the fixture. The stadium gates will open at 10:30. Access to the stadium will be permitted exclusively to those who already possess a ticket.

Roma face Como at the Sinigaglia after the international break, with head coach Gasperini managing several selection decisions ahead of the fixture. The Giallorossi will be without goalkeeper Svilar, defender Koulierakis and midfielder Cristante due to unavailability. Gasperini's expected approach centres on de Roon in midfield, with Soulé deployed in a supporting role behind the strike partnership of Dybala and Malen. The lineup suggests a fluid attacking setup designed to maximize Roma's creativity in the forward areas after the halt for international fixtures.