New Era, Same Fight: Roma and Bologna Clash in Season Opener
Italian Serie A - AS Roma VS Bologna
Match Time:24-08-2025 02:45 Sunday (GMT+8)
Football Livescore | Match Prediction & Tips
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A new chapter begins for Roma at Stadio Olimpico as they face Bologna, last season's Coppa Italia champions. With a new manager in charge, both teams look to continue their strong performances in 2025.
Team Analysis:
Roma ended their streak of sixth-place finishes last season, narrowly missing out on the Champions League. After a turbulent start, Claudio Ranieri returned to lead a major turnaround, guiding the team to a long unbeaten run and strong performances in 2025. Ranieri has since retired again, with Gian Piero Gasperini taking over. Despite a mixed pre-season, Roma aim to carry their momentum into the new campaign.
Bologna, coming off a historic Coppa Italia win, have also shown growth but ended last season poorly with three losses, dropping to ninth. While they have recent success against Roma at the Olimpico, their record in season openers remains weak, making a strong start crucial.
Player Situation:
Roma may start with either Evan Ferguson or Artem Dovbyk up front in a 3-4-2-1 setup, with Paulo Dybala and Matias Soule likely supporting. New signings are available, but Leon Bailey, Lorenzo Pellegrini, and Zeki Celik are sidelined.
For Bologna, top scorer Riccardo Orsolini will be joined by veteran striker Ciro Immobile, returning to Serie A. However, they are missing several players, including Dan Ndoye, Sam Beukema, Emil Holm, and Juan Miranda.
Result Prediction:
Roma may need time to adapt to their new coach, making a draw likely in their season opener. Bologna, despite a dip after their cup win, remain a solid side under Italiano and are expected to finish in the top half again.
Predicted Result: AS Roma 1-1 Bologna.
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