Roma host Genoa on Saturday: team news and where to watch

Daniele De Rossi, Genoa's head coach, addressed the media two days before his side faces Roma at the Olimpico, acknowledging the improvement in his former club's quality. De Rossi said: "The value of Roma has grown compared to the one from December last year. It is an incredibly strong squad and yesterday they still gave a demonstration of it." De Rossi has now faced Roma twice as Genoa manager and drew a comparison between the two encounters. He explained that his first preparation was weaker than his second, though he remains focused on the tactical approach rather than the emotional dimension of playing his former club. Last season, when Genoa struggled in the table, the team benefited from set-piece situations; Roma, however, are performing well and possess both aerial threats and goalkeeper Pierluigi Gollini. On Roma's defeat to Real Madrid, De Rossi noted that 30 per cent of goals typically arrive from set plays across football generally, making it not solely a Roma issue. He described Roma's overall performance as "truly frightening" despite the result. De Rossi also addressed earlier reports of his sacking before Genoa's victory over Parma, saying: "I voluntarily withdrew myself. I voluntarily slapped my hands when I wanted to touch social media because I know that is where most of the criticism comes from. Instead I walked around the city and never perceived negativity, anger or resentment—only words of support and encouragement, and I will remember that forever."

Daniele De Rossi previewed Genoa's visit to the Stadio Olimpico on Saturday at 20:45, two days after Roma's display against Real Madrid. De Rossi, now managing Genoa, acknowledged that facing Roma again would help him approach the match with greater detachment than when he prepared for their fixture last season. "The fact that I've already played against Roma can help me be a bit colder," he said, "but the real difference is that I prepared the first leg poorly and the second one better." De Rossi highlighted Roma's strength compared to December of last year. "The value of Roma has grown compared to that of December. It's an incredibly strong squad," he stated. The Genoa manager reflected on Roma's recent vulnerability from set-plays, having conceded three goals from corners. However, he placed the issue in broader context: "There are statistics that say 30% of goals come from set-pieces, so it's not just a Roma problem. We always want to take advantage. Last year when we were badly placed in the table, we benefited from situations from set-pieces. Roma, though, is in good shape, has jumpers and a goalkeeper like Gollini. Sometimes it's also a matter of chance." Despite Roma's defensive frailties at set-pieces, De Rossi's overall assessment of their recent performance was emphatic. "Yesterday, beyond the details on set-pieces, I saw a truly frightening squad," he concluded.

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 turn focus to Genoa after Wednesday's Champions League defeat to Real Madrid, with head coach Gian Piero Gasperini due to face the media on Saturday at 13.30 ahead of the match at the Olimpico. Genoa, managed by Daniele De Rossi, visit Rome on Saturday. Gasperini will be without Bryan Cristante, Donyell Malen and Mile Svilar through injury, while Manu Koné and Paulo Dybala are almost certain to miss out pending medical assessment. Koné and Dybala will undergo instrumental tests on Saturday morning to determine their recovery timescale, with particular concern surrounding Koné's condition—the French midfielder risks being sidelined for multiple matches. Santiago Castro and Rodrigo Mora stand ready to lead the attack in their absence.

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 turn focus to Genoa after Wednesday's Champions League defeat to Real Madrid, with head coach Gian Piero Gasperini due to face the media on Saturday at 13.30 ahead of the match at the Olimpico. Genoa, managed by Daniele De Rossi, visit Rome on Saturday. Gasperini will be without Bryan Cristante, Donyell Malen and Mile Svilar through injury, while Manu Koné and Paulo Dybala are almost certain to miss out pending medical assessment. Koné and Dybala will undergo instrumental tests on Saturday morning to determine their recovery timescale, with particular concern surrounding Koné's condition—the French midfielder risks being sidelined for multiple matches. Santiago Castro and Rodrigo Mora stand ready to lead the attack in their absence.

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 turn focus to Genoa after Wednesday's Champions League defeat to Real Madrid, with head coach Gian Piero Gasperini due to face the media on Saturday at 13.30 ahead of the match at the Olimpico. Genoa, managed by Daniele De Rossi, visit Rome on Saturday. Gasperini will be without Bryan Cristante, Donyell Malen and Mile Svilar through injury, while Manu Koné and Paulo Dybala are almost certain to miss out pending medical assessment. Koné and Dybala will undergo instrumental tests on Saturday morning to determine their recovery timescale, with particular concern surrounding Koné's condition—the French midfielder risks being sidelined for multiple matches. Santiago Castro and Rodrigo Mora stand ready to lead the attack in their absence.

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.