Lecce - AS Roma

• Goals
• Cards
• Substitutions
84'		B. Cristante	Tripping
81'		Y. Ramadani
45'		F. Baschirotto	Roughing
38'		R. Piccoli	Holding
11'		E. Ndicka	Holding

84'			In:	R. Karsdorp	Out:	Z. Çelik
84'			In:	T. Baldanzi	Out:	P. Dybala
83'			In:	R. Karsdorp	Out:	Z. Çelik
83'			In:	T. Baldanzi	Out:	P. Dybala
82'			In:	A. Gallo	Out:	L. Venuti
72'			In:	P. Dorgu	Out:	R. Oudin
64'			In:	N. Zalewski	Out:	S. El Shaarawy
64'			In:	E. Bove	Out:	H. Aouar
62'			In:	R. Piccoli	Out:	N. Sansone
61'			In:	P. Almqvist	Out:	L. Banda
46'			In:	E. Ndicka	Out:	Dean Huijsen

Lecce - AS Roma Predictions

Prediction: AS Roma

Best odds: 1.90

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As the Italian Serie A heats up, all eyes are on the upcoming clash between Lecce and AS Roma, set to unfold at Stadio Comunale Via del Mare. With the league table's dynamics at play and both teams vying for crucial points, fans and pundits alike are on the edge of their seats, eagerly anticipating the potential outcomes of this encounter. Will the home advantage tip the scales for Lecce, or will Roma's quest for European qualification see them through?

Key Players

Lecce's hopes may hinge on the performance of their midfield maestro, Hamza Rafia. With a rating of 6.59, Rafia's ability to break through defenses with his 7 key passes and a goal to his name could be pivotal. In attack, Federico Di Francesco poses a threat, with his sharpshooting skills evident from his 50% shots on target rate. The defensive line will rely on the resilience of Simone Romagnoli, whose rating of 6.71 and a crucial assist showcase his dual threat in defense and attack.

AS Roma's lineup boasts its own set of aces, with Renato Júnior Luz Sanches orchestrating the midfield. With a rating of 6.62, his tactical awareness and 3 key passes could be instrumental in unlocking Lecce's defense. Upfront, Sardar Azmoun will be a key figure, having found the back of the net twice already. His link-up play could be enhanced by Houssem-Eddine Chaâbane Aouar, whose rating of 6.73 and 8 key passes indicate a creative prowess that Roma will look to capitalize on.

Recent Form

Lecce's recent form has been a mixed bag, with a concerning 'LLLWL' in their last five matches. They sit at 14th in the league, a precarious position that demands a turnaround. Their home record, however, tells a more positive story, with 5 wins and 4 draws out of 13 games.

Contrastingly, AS Roma has been in fine fettle, as reflected in their 'WWLWW' streak. Occupying the 6th spot and eyeing a place in European competitions, their motivation is clear. Despite an uneven away record, their overall performance suggests a team that knows how to secure results when it counts.

Head-to-Head History

Historical encounters between these two sides have favored AS Roma, with the capital club winning two of their last three meetings, both with a scoreline of 2-1, and drawing one (1-1). The most recent face-off on November 5, 2023, saw Roma clinch a victory at home, while the February 11, 2023, match ended in a stalemate at Lecce's turf.

Prediction

This match presents a classic scenario of an underdog fighting for survival against a team with higher aspirations. Lecce's home form could give them a glimmer of hope, but Roma's recent surge and the quality within their ranks make them the favorites. The absence of clear predictions from the data suggests that this could be a closely contested match, with both teams having everything to play for.

The key battle will likely be in the midfield, where the likes of Hamza Rafia and Renato Sanches will vie for control. If Lecce can leverage their home advantage and contain Roma's attacking threats, they might just upset the odds. However, Roma's attacking prowess, led by Azmoun and Aouar, should not be underestimated.

In the end, expect AS Roma to edge out a victory, with their quality and form tipping the balance. The prediction leans towards a tight affair, possibly settled by a single goal margin, as Roma continues their push for a European spot. Keep an eye on the key players, as their individual brilliance could very well be the deciding factor in this enthralling Serie A showdown.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

24%

76%

Attacking Potential

13%

87%

Defensive Potential

38%

62%

Poisson Distribution

34%

66%

Stregth H2H

7%

93%

Goals H2H

25%

75%

Wins the game

24%

77%

Lecce - AS Roma Head to Head

01/04	Lecce	0 - 0	AS Roma
05/11	AS Roma	2 - 1	Lecce
11/02	Lecce	1 - 1	AS Roma
09/10	AS Roma	2 - 1	Lecce

Serie A standings

Rank	Team	MP	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	Pts
1	Inter	30	25	4	1	73	14	59	79
2	AC Milan	31	21	5	5	60	34	26	68
3	Juventus	30	17	8	5	44	24	20	59
4	Bologna	31	16	10	5	45	25	20	58
5	AS Roma	31	16	7	8	56	35	21	55
6	Atalanta	29	15	5	9	54	32	22	50
7	Napoli	31	13	9	9	48	38	10	48
8	Lazio	31	14	4	13	37	34	3	46
9	Torino	31	11	11	9	31	29	2	44
10	Fiorentina	29	12	7	10	42	34	8	43
11	Monza	31	11	9	11	34	41	-7	42
12	Genoa	30	8	11	11	32	37	-5	35
13	Lecce	31	6	11	14	26	48	-22	29
14	Udinese	30	4	16	10	29	45	-16	28
15	Empoli	31	7	7	17	25	47	-22	28
16	Verona	30	6	9	15	27	40	-13	27
17	Cagliari	30	6	9	15	30	51	-21	27
18	Frosinone	31	6	8	17	38	61	-23	26
19	Sassuolo	31	6	7	18	36	59	-23	25
20	Salernitana	31	2	9	20	25	64	-39	15