ROME - AS Roma faces Inter in a top-of-the-table clash that could reshape the Serie A standings. Daniele De Rossi's side hosts the Nerazzurri at the Stadio Olimpico as the outright league leaders, having taken 12 points from a perfect four wins.
The Giallorossi are on a five-match unbeaten run, with four victories and a draw. The latest, last Sunday, was a convincing 2-0 win away at Torino, with goals from Donyell Malen and Niccolò Pisilli. Malen, with six goals in four appearances, is the team's top scorer this season and a key figure in attack.
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Roma's defence has kept three clean sheets in the last five outings, contributing to a league record of 12 goals scored and just one conceded. This solid backline will face its toughest test yet against Inter's attack, the most prolific in the division. Manager De Rossi has the lineup that defeated Torino at his disposal, with the 3-4-2-1 featuring Svilar in goal, a back three of Mancini, Balerdi and Hermoso, and the attacking duo of Dybala and Soulé behind Malen.
The match is a key test for Roma's title ambitions. A win would solidify their lead, while a draw would still keep them at the summit. Kick-off is set for Saturday, 19 September at 18:00 at the Stadio Olimpico.
