Roma beat Udinese to go top of Serie A for now 🇮🇹 | OneFootball

Roma defeated Udinese 2-0 this Sunday (9) and took the lead - at least temporarily - in the Italian Serie A.

Pellegrini opened the scoring with a penalty, and Zeki Çelik secured the three points at the Stadio Olimpico. Wesley, formerly of Flamengo, played 90 minutes.

To finish the 11th round at the top, Roma will have to hope for Inter Milan to stumble - as they host Lazio at 4:45 PM this Sunday (9).

Player of the Match

Lorenzo Pellegrini was the standout, orchestrating Roma's midfield with precision and converting a crucial penalty to give his team the lead. His leadership and composure were key to securing the victory.

Intriguing Statistic

Despite having less possession, Udinese managed to win 58.8% of the duels, highlighting their physical presence on the field.

Current Standings

Roma's victory catapults them to the top of the Serie A standings with 24 points, surpassing their rivals and solidifying their Champions League qualification position. Udinese, on the other hand, drops to 10th place, reflecting their inconsistent form this season.

What's Next

Roma will travel to face Cremonese, aiming to maintain their lead and extend their winning streak. Meanwhile, Udinese will host Bologna, looking to recover and climb up the standings.

Head-to-Head Analysis

Roma continues to dominate the head-to-head history against Udinese, now with 16 wins in the last 20 encounters. Udinese's struggles against Roma persist, with only 3 victories in their history.

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