AS Roma faces Cremonese with a tweaked attack as Paulo Dybala remains sidelined with a muscle injury sustained against Milan. Coach Gian Piero Gasperini has opted for Tommaso Baldanzi, Matias Soulé, and Lorenzo Pellegrini to lead the line, leaving fans wondering if they can fill the void left by 'La Joya'.
Why is Dybala Out?
Dybala is still recovering from a hamstring injury picked up in the match against Milan. His absence is a blow to Roma's attacking prowess, but Gasperini is confident in the abilities of his other players.
Gasperini's Gamble: Baldanzi as False 9
Gasperini's decision to start Baldanzi as a false 9 is an interesting one. The young player has shown promise, and the coach believes he can exploit the Cremonese defence. "Baldanzi has done well in that role," Gasperini stated before the match. "Ferguson is back on the bench after a few weeks, and we'll see what the best solution will be in the 90 minutes."
Nicola's Respect for Roma
Cremonese coach Nicola acknowledges the strength of AS Roma. "Roma is very strong and competitive," he said. "We need enthusiasm in attack." Cremonese's lineup features Audero in goal, a three-man defence, and Bonazzoli and Vardy leading the attack.
Official Lineups
Cremonese (3-5-2): Audero; Terracciano, Baschirotto, Bianchetti; Barbieri, Payero, Bondo, Vandeputte, Floriani Mussolini; Bonazzoli, Vardy. Coach: Nicola.
Roma (3-4-2-1): Svilar; Ziolkowski, Mancini, Ndicka; Celik, Cristante, Koné, Wesley; Soulé, Pellegrini; Baldanzi. Coach: Gasperini.
Will Roma overcome Dybala's absence and secure a victory against Cremonese? The answer will unfold on the pitch.