Como pulled off a stunning upset against AS Roma, defeating the Giallorossi 2-0 at the Sinigaglia Stadium on December 15, 2024. This victory marked Como's third win of the season and was particularly significant as it broke their two-month winless streak, bringing them closer to safety from relegation.
The match saw Como, managed by Cesc Fabregas, dominate the latter stages after a challenging first half. Roma, under the guidance of Claudio Ranieri, began the game with great promise, creating several chances but failing to convert. Notably, Paulo Dybala squandered opportunities, which would soon haunt the visitors.
Despite Roma's initial control, the second half was unkind. Como rallied, with standout performances from players like Nico Paz and Alessandro Gabrielloni. It was Gabrielloni who broke the deadlock, scoring his first Serie A goal at the 93rd minute, assisted by Patrick Cutrone. According to reports, "Gabrielloni segna al 93' (assist di Cutrone)!"
Things worsened for Roma just moments later, as Como struck again, with Paz sealing the win by scoring at the 97th minute. Como orchestrated a brilliant counterattack after Roma failed to capitalize on a set piece, demonstrating the tactical prowess of their side. Commentators noted, "Como-Roma 2-0: gol di Gabrielloni e Paz!" This result not only brought great joy to Como but also revealed vulnerabilities within Roma’s squad.
The defeat for Roma was particularly painful, as it extended their winless streak away from home to 15 matches across all competitions. "Con questa sconfitta, i giallorossi allungano a 15 la striscia di partite senza vittorie in trasferta..." lamented observers, highlighting the pressure mounting on Ranieri’s side.
After showing glimpses of recovery with recent victories against Lecce and Braga, this match has reset expectations for the Giallorossi. Defensive lapses, missed scoring opportunities, and inability to maintain form led to this disappointing performance. Descriptions emerged from analysts stating, "La Roma non riesce a dare continuità alle vittorie..." reflecting on the management's failure to build on prior successes.
Going forward, Roma will need to analyze and address their shortcomings. The upcoming fixtures include important matches against Sampdoria and Parma, with fans and analysts alike skeptical about their prospects. They currently sit just two points above the relegation zone, sitting at 12th place with mere 16 points.
On the flip side, Como's victory brings renewed hope to their campaign. Moving to 16th place with 15 points, they still face challenges but have shown resilience, especially with key forward performances from players like Paz and Gabrielloni. Ahead of their next match against Inter Milan, they will look to build on this momentum. The combination of strong team play and effective game management under Fabregas could spell trouble for their upcoming adversaries.
Overall, Como’s 2-0 victory is not just a single win; it’s indicative of their fighting spirit and desire to survive this Serie A season. For Roma, the defeat serves as yet another wake-up call as they desperately seek to find consistency and direction before the season spirals entirely out of control.
