AS Roma target third straight win against Lecce

AS Roma, top of the table with two wins, faces Lecce under Di Francesco aiming for a third straight victory after beating Fiorentina 3-0.

AS Roma aims for a third consecutive Serie A win when they face Lecce at the Via del Mare stadium. The Giallorossi, top of the table with six points, take on a team managed by former coach Eusebio Di Francesco.

As reported by ChiesadiTotti.com, Gian Piero Gasperini's side started the season with a clear 3-0 victory over Fiorentina, thanks to a Donyell Malen hat-trick assisted by Paulo Dybala. The schedule now takes the Wolves to Puglia, with kick-off at 18:30 CET on Sunday, August 31st, and referee Daniele Chiffi in charge.

How is Gasperini's squad shaping up

Roma arrives in Lecce with a perfect record: two wins from two games, eight goals scored and none conceded. This makes the Giallorossi the sole leaders of the league at this early stage. New signing Rodrigo Mora is available, while 19-year-old academy graduate Emanuele Lulli made his first-team debut. The youngster has already shown his athleticism, crossing ability, speed, and determination in the win over Fiorentina, playing a key role in one of the goals. Lulli was a consistent contributor in Federico Guidi's Primavera side last season and could become a low-cost depth option for the squad.

What to expect from the clash at the Via del Mare

Eusebio Di Francesco's Lecce will field players like goalkeeper Wladimir Falcone and striker Willem Geubbels. For Roma, maintaining this momentum is important if they aim for a return to the Champions League next season. There are still 37 matches to play, but a strong start is key. Fans can track the league position on our standings page.

What's next for the Giallorossi

After the trip to Lecce, AS Roma will return to the Olimpico for another significant challenge. On Thursday, September 5th, the Wolves will face Atalanta, currently fifth in the table. It's another tough test in an already intense early part of the season. All upcoming matches are listed on our fixtures calendar.

The team has shown defensive solidity and attacking explosiveness in the first two matchdays. The task now is to confirm this form away from home, where championships are often decided. The appointment is for Sunday at 18:30 CET at the Ettore Giardiniero-Via Del Mare stadium.