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Roma’s afternoon in Como went from promising to precarious in a hurry. After dominating early, Roma lost Donyell Malen to a controversial red card and spent the rest of the match under pressure. Pierluigi Gollini stepped up, helping Roma battle to a valuable point with 10 men.

Roma Holds Como to a Draw Despite Costly Malen Red Card

Gollini and the Roma defense held firm after going down to 10 men early in the second half, securing a hard-fought point

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Roma’s season was going almost suspiciously well, so naturally, something had to go wrong. Mile Svilar suffered a non-displaced fracture of his pinky toe and could miss at least a month, leaving Pierluigi Gollini to face Como and Real Madrid within three days www.chiesaditotti.com/as-roma-team...

Roma Lose Mile Svilar to Fractured Pinky Toe at Worst Possible Time

Svilar will miss at least a month with a non-displaced toe fracture, leaving Gollini to face Como and Real Madrid.

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Gian Piero Gasperini had plenty to say about Roma, from his son’s new 3-4-3 wine to his love for Atalanta and, most importantly, the Scudetto. His original plan called for a title challenge within three years, but he certainly wouldn't mind getting there sooner.

Gasperini Has Roma Thinking Scudetto—Maybe Sooner Than Expected

In a recent interview, Gasp discussed his family’s wine business, Roma’s Scudetto ambitions and the origins of his 343.

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After nearly six months on the sidelines, Lorenzo Pellegrini could finally return to action Sunday. Reports suggest Roma’s former captain may even start against Como, giving Gian Piero Gasperini another experienced option ahead of a brutal six-week run of fixtures.

Lorenzo Pellegrini Could Return to Roma Starting XI Against Como

Pellegrini could return to the starting XI against Como after missing the past 15 matches with a hamstring injury..

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Roma thought it had Endrick this summer before the deal collapsed at the last minute. Now, the Real Madrid forward could be headed back to the negotiating table, with reports suggesting the clubs may revisit a January loan when Madrid visits the Olimpico later this month.

Roma Reportedly Revive Talks for Real Madrid’s Endrick

Roma and Real Madrid could revisit a January loan for Endrick after the Brazilian’s proposed summer move fell apart.

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Rodrigo Mora arrived in Rome with a massive price tag and even bigger expectations. One month into his Serie A career, the 19-year-old is still a complementary piece—but his ability to work between the lines, combine with Roma’s stars and create havoc hints at what's coming.

First Month in Review: Rodrigo Mora is Just Getting Started

Rodrigo Mora is still adapting to Serie A, but his role in Gasperini’s attack already reveals his enormous potential.

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Leonardo Balerdi barely registered among Roma’s summer headlines, but one month later he’s becoming one of the club’s most intriguing additions. After impressive showings against Torino and Inter, the Argentine has looked perfectly suited to Gasperini’s demanding defense.

First Month in Review: Leonardo Balerdi Already Exceding Expectations

Balerdi came in as a Plan D after several other moves fell through. You can’t tell from his play in a Roma kit.

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Marten de Roon has played just 35 minutes since joining Roma, but his role under Gian Piero Gasperini is hardly a mystery. The veteran midfielder remains the same calming, defensively minded presence he was at Atalanta—and Roma may need that more than ever

First Month in Review: Marten de Roon Reprises Familar Role

Marten de Roon has played sparingly, but his role under Gasperini is already clear: stabilize matches and protect leads.

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Roma Women finally begin their Scudetto defense Sunday, but Gianpiero Piovani’s side enters the league opener with some frustration to shake off. After a Champions League draw and a painful cup final defeat, Roma returns to Sassuolo, where it won 7-1 just weeks ago.

Roma Women Open Scudetto Defense With Trip to Sassuolo

Roma begin their Scudetto defense against Sassuolo,hoping to shake off recent frustrations and start the league strongly

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Italy’s talent pipeline has slowed to a trickle, but Emanuele Lulli is showing what can happen when a young player actually gets meaningful minutes. After four starts to open his Roma career, the 19-year-old is already negotiating a new contract.

Roma Working on New Contract for Breakout Star Emanuele Lulli

After four starts to open the season, Roma have begun negotiations to extend Emanuele Lulli’s contract beyond June 2027.

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Roma’s perfect start has raised expectations, but Gian Piero Gasperini isn’t getting carried away. The Roma boss discusses the team’s progress, the players driving it, what remains to improve and the upcoming tests against Inter and Real Madrid.

Gasperini Assesses Roma: “We’ve Eliminated the Major Weaknesses”

Gasperini discusses Roma’s fast start, remaining weaknesses, and the looming tests against Inter and Real Madrid.

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Roma didn't need to be spectacular in Turin. After two 4-0 wins and a dramatic comeback against Atalanta, the Giallorossi showed they can win ugly, grinding out a 2-0 victory over Torino to make it four wins from four and keep their perfect Serie A start alive.

Roma Makes It Four Straight With Workmanlike Win at Torino

Roma’s momentum just can’t be halted right now, with a 2-0 win over Torino their latest triumph in Serie A.

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With Dybala and other regulars likely to get a breather, Roma’s trip to Torino offers Gasperini a chance to see what his depth can do. Rodrigo Mora has a chance to shine as Roma looks to continue their perfect start to the season. www.chiesaditotti.com/roma-matchda...

Mora Set for Bigger Role as Roma Looks to Stay Perfect at Torino

Rotation is the name of the game after Roma’s first Champions League match, which means we may see a lot of Rodrigo Mora

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