Roma vs Cagliari: can Roma put an end to their disappointing run?
The final match of Matchday 24 in Italy’s Serie A will see Roma take on Cagliari. The encounter will be played on Monday, 9 February, with kick-off scheduled for 20:45 CET, and I suggest a betting option for this fixture.
Roma vs Cagliari: match facts and head-to-head
- Roma have failed to win in three consecutive matches: two draws and one defeat.
- Cagliari have won their last three matches.
- In their previous six home matches, Roma have lost only once.
- Roma have scored in six straight home games.
- Roma boast the best defence in Serie A with just 14 goals conceded.
- This season, Roma have won 41% of their matches with a clean sheet.
- Roma have lost a quarter of their matches this season without scoring, while Cagliari stand at 23%.
- Cagliari defeated Roma 1:0 in their most recent head-to-head meeting.
Roma vs Cagliari: match preview
Roma are battling for a place in the UEFA Champions League and have collected 43 points after 23 matches. They sit fifth in the standings, just two points behind the fourth-placed side. The Giallorossi also boast the best defensive record in the league, having conceded only 14 goals. However, in their previous match they suffered a 0:1 defeat to Udinese and have now conceded in three consecutive games. Across those three fixtures, Roma have failed to register a single victory.
Cagliari are currently in strong form and delivering genuinely impressive results. They have won their last three matches, and in their most recent outing they thrashed Verona 4:0. Thanks to this run, Cagliari have climbed the table and now sit in 12th place. After 23 matches, the team have collected 28 points, with a ten-point cushion above the relegation zone. Of course, it is still too early to say they have secured complete safety, but if they can continue producing performances like those in recent matches, there will be little cause for concern.
Probable line-ups
- Roma: Svilar; Mancini, Ndicka, Ghilardi; Celik, Cristante, El Aynaoui, Wesley; Soule, Pellegrini; Malen
- Cagliari: Caprile; Ze Pedro, Mina, Rodriguez; Palestra, Adopo, Gaetano, Mazzitelli, Obert; Esposito, Kilicsoy
Prediction
Roma are not in their best form, which cannot be said of Cagliari. However, the Giallorossi will be playing at home, which is a clear advantage. I recommend a bet on a Roma victory in this match.
