AS Roma VS Cagliari

Roma head into their Serie A clash against Cagliari at the Stadio Olimpico on Tuesday determined to strengthen their position in the title race. Their latest encounter with Napoli ended in an entertaining 3-3 draw, with Gian Piero Gasperini’s side showing impressive determination after falling behind twice. Despite creating numerous chances, Roma struggled to control the game and had to rely on a late equaliser to secure a point. Their unbeaten run in the league has now reached 15 matches, highlighting their consistency throughout the campaign. However, dropped points against fellow title contenders have prevented them from closing the gap on Lazio and reigning champions Inter Milan, making victory at home increasingly important. Cagliari arrive in Rome after suffering consecutive defeats that have disrupted their promising start to the season. Following three successive victories and a draw against Juventus, Fabio Pisacane’s team endured a heavy 4-0 loss to Monza before falling 2-0 to Bologna on home soil. These results have exposed weaknesses in their defence and raised concerns about their ability to maintain their earlier momentum. Their record against Roma at the Stadio Olimpico also presents a significant challenge, as Cagliari have failed to earn a point or score a goal there in their last four seasons. With another demanding fixture against Lazio approaching, the Sardinian side will need greater defensive discipline and more attacking creativity to compete effectively.