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Parma have come to this with a good return of points recently, but the 0-2 defeat at Inter showed the difference they can still face against stronger teams. Roma have been in better scoring form, with four goals against Fiorentina and two in Bologna, so they should feel more likely to control the game. Parma’s results at home suggest they can make it awkward, though, especially if they keep the scoreline tight early on.

Roma’s head-to-head is also hard to ignore, with wins in three of their last four meetings and a 5-0 record in the recent past. Parma have been solid enough to avoid being outclassed in a number of league games, but Roma’s offensive performance looks the stronger of the two on current evidence. If Parma can use their form to stay compact and break quickly, they can stay competitive, but Roma still look like the most likely winners.

Forms guide and team overview

Parma

Parma’s recent form in La Liga is more steady than spectacular, with two wins, two draws and one defeat in their last five. The wins over Pisa and Udinese were both by a single goal, which points to a team that can overcome tight games when they are organised.

The draw with Napoli and the draw at Lazio also suggest that Parma are capable of competing against stronger opposition, especially at the Estadio Ennio Tardini. The 0-2 defeat at Inter is the clearest memory they can stretch when forced to defend for long periods.

Parma Last 5 results

Rome

Roma arrive in good form, with three wins and a draw in their last four league games. The 4-0 win at Fiorentina and the 2-0 success at Bologna stand out, showing that they have been both productive and controlled.

Their only recent setback was the 2-5 defeat at Inter, which was a much weaker game than the others. Still, the response since then has been strong, and recent results suggest that Roma are carrying more attacking momentum into this game.

Rome Last 5 results

Team news and injury report

Parma

• Matija Frigan (arthroscopy)

Rome

• Lorenzo Pellegrini (Hamstring injury)

Alignments and tactical configuration

Parma (3-5-2)

Expected lineup: Zion Suzuki (Goalkeeper), Abdoulaye Ndiaye (Defender), Alessandro Circati (Defender), Mariano Troilo (Defender), Adrián Bernabé (Midfielder), Emanuele Valeri (Midfielder), Enrico Delprato (Midfielder), Hans Nicolussi Caviglia (Midfielder), Mandela Stretcher (Midfielder), Matezzafield A. (Forward)

Parma’s 3-5-2 should give them a compact base, with the full-backs helping them stay connected between defense and attack. This form also gives Gabriel Strefezza and Mateo Pellegrino a platform to work in transitions rather than having to force the game.

Rome (3-4-2-1)

Expected lineup: Mile Svilar (Goalkeeper), Evan Ndicka (Defender), Gianluca Mancini (Defender), Mario Hermoso (Defender), Manu Koné (Midfielder), Niccolò Pisilli (Midfielder), Wesley (Midfielder), Zeki Celik (Midfielder), Bryan Cristante (Attack), Donyell Souléckertta Malen (Attack), Donyell Malen (Attacka).

Roma’s 3-4-2-1 should allow them to keep numbers in central areas while supporting the front line with runners from midfield. It also gives space to Donyell Malen and Matías Soulé to operate between the lines and link up in the lone striker role.

Battles and key players to watch