Roma vs Lecce
Serie A
Sunday
5th November 2023
Olimpico
The most comprehensive preview, detailed analysis and reliable predictions of the Serie A gameweek 11 fixture between Roma and Lecce.
Roma vs Lecce: Preview
Roma form analysis
Roma’s recent run of games has showcased a prolific attack capable of blowing teams away but defensive issues persist at times. They started with a shock 1-4 home thrashing by Genoa, totally undone by the visitor’s ruthless counters despite Cristante’s temporary equalizer. Quickly back on track, Roma responded with a comfortable 2-0 home win over Frosinone thanks to goals from Lukaku and Pellegrini.
Building momentum, their attack then tore Cagliari apart in a 1-4 away win with Lukaku bagging a brace alongside goals from Aouar and Belotti. However, problems resurfaced at the back in an unconvincing 1-0 home win over Monza, needing a 90th minute El Shaarawy goal to take the points. Most recently they suffered a disappointing 0-1 home loss to rivals Inter, made to pay for passive first half defending. Overall, Roma have real attacking potency but need greater solidity at the back to sustain a title challenge this season.
Lecce form analysis
Lecce’s recent run of games has shown a stubborn defense capable of frustrating opponents but a lack of attacking spark. They started with a valiant 1-0 home loss to Juventus, matching the champions before a late Milik goal. Things got worse with an expected heavy 0-4 home defeat to Napoli, outclassed from start to finish.
However, Lecce’s defensive resolve was on show next game as they battled back to draw 1-1 at home with Sassuolo, responding quickly after going behind to a Berardi penalty. This stubbornness continued in their next match, a 1-1 away draw at Udinese, conceding first to a penalty before Piccoli’s late equalizer. Most recently their defensive issues resurfaced in a narrow 0-1 home loss to Torino. Caught out by a set piece goal. Overall, Lecce has been typically well organized but lacks flair in attack to capitalize on promising spells, netting just twice in their last five league outings. Adding offensive firepower is crucial if they are to avoid a return to Serie B.
