Roma Secures 1-0 Victory Over Como with Wesley’s Decisive Goal
Roma has taken advantage of Naples and Milan’s recent falls, securing a crucial 1-0 win over Como in the 15th matchday of Serie A. The decisive goal came from Wesley in the 61st minute, marking his third goal since the beginning of the year. This victory brings Roma closer to the top teams, with Gasperini’s men now in fourth place, just three points behind leaders Inter.
Gasperini
Gasperini expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance, stating, “What if I would sign today for fourth place at the end of the championship? I never sign, but I would be happy. At the moment, more than the final result, I’m interested in having this type of race.” He also praised his team’s spirit and availability, highlighting that “these guys give their soul” and that “it’s not a given that with stronger players we would have the same spirit or availability.”
The Match
The match saw Roma dominate the first half, with Wesley and Ferguson having the best opportunities. However, it was not until the 61st minute that Wesley scored the decisive goal, finalizing a play by Soulé. The goal was a result of Roma’s increased threat rate in the second half, with Cristante’s earlier goal being canceled due to a previous offside position.
Serie A: Rome vs Como
Como’s coach, Fabregas, attempted to change the course of the game by inserting Posch and Rodriguez, but Gasperini’s response with El Shaarawy in place of Pellegrini proved effective. The match ended 1-0, with Roma’s victory sending Juventus back to -4 and setting up an exciting encounter between the two teams in five days.
Serie A: Rome vs Como
The win is a significant boost for Roma, who are now in a strong position to challenge for a top-four spot. With their next match against Juventus, Roma will be looking to build on this momentum and secure another crucial victory.
Serie A: Rome vs Como
Roma’s victory is a testament to the team’s hard work and determination. As Gasperini noted, “For now we are a good team that can improve, but playing against us is not easy for anyone.” With this win, Roma has sent a strong message to their competitors, and they will be looking to continue their winning streak in the coming matches.
Serie A: Rome vs Como