Roma, despite making ambitious signings in the summer, have underperformed this season, sitting in 12th place in Serie A with 16 points from as many matches.
Their chances of securing a European spot are significantly diminished, and the club has already dismissed two coaches. Under the leadership of Claudio Ranieri, Roma has struggled to recover, suffering three losses in their last four matches.
These defeats include a 4-1 loss to Lecce, followed by narrow defeats to Napoli (1-0), Atalanta (2-0), and Como (2-0). Although Roma are 14th in the Europa League, they still have a chance to qualify for the round of 16.
Parma, back in Serie A this season, are struggling to avoid relegation, currently in 15th place, just one point above the drop zone. They have won only two of their last 14 league matches, with five draws and seven losses.
After a surprise victory over Lazio (3-1), they have continued their poor form, losing 3-1 to Inter and 3-2 to Hellas Verona last weekend.
Roma will have most of their squad available, with midfielders Cristante and Paredes both returning from injury. Ukrainian forward Dovbyk, who scored four goals this season, may start alongside Dybala in attack.
Hummels is expected to feature in the defense. Manu Koné has been one of Roma’s few standout performers this season. Parma will be without key players such as defenders Circati and Osorio, midfielder Bernabe, and striker Charpentier.
In Parma’s most recent match, Swiss midfielder Sohm impressed with a double. Offensive players Man and Bonny, who have contributed a combined eight goals this season, are expected to start. Parma’s defense has been one of the weakest in the league, ranked 18th.
Prediction
Roma’s away games have seen few high-scoring encounters, with no more than three goals in 19 of their last 20 matches in Serie A. Similarly, 18 of Roma’s last 20 home games have seen fewer than 3.5 goals.
Prediction: AS Roma 1-1 Parma
