"Roma enter the weekend four points ahead of Juventus, though their position is far from secure. Como and Atalanta remain in close pursuit, while reigning champions Napoli-who fought out a dramatic 2-2 draw with Roma in the Derby del Sole-are equally determined to grab a Champions League spot. At present, only Inter and Milan look firmly on course to finish inside the top four."
"Their defensive numbers underline that dominance. The Giallorossi have conceded only six goals in 13 home league matches, the fewest in Serie A. In attack, winter arrival Donyell Malen has added a cutting edge that the team previously lacked. Since his Serie A debut in January, Malen leads the entire league in goals (five), total shots (30), and touches inside the opposition area (63)."
"Roma have also booked their place in the Europa League last 16, avoiding the playoff stage after finishing inside the top eight of the league phase. However, their record against Italy's elite remains a concern: just two points from six matches versus the current top five-eight fewer than Juventus."
Roma and Juventus meet at Stadio Olimpico in a high-stakes Serie A fixture with significant implications for top-four qualification. Roma currently leads by four points but their position remains precarious with Como, Atalanta, and Napoli closely pursuing Champions League spots. Juventus faces mounting pressure after their recent dip in form and early Champions League exit. Roma's home record has been exceptional, collecting 16 points from 18 possible across their last six matches at the Olimpico, with only six goals conceded in 13 home league matches—the fewest in Serie A. Winter signing Donyell Malen has significantly strengthened Roma's attack, leading the league in goals, shots, and touches in the opposition area since his January debut. However, Roma's record against Italy's elite remains concerning with only two points from six matches against the current top five.
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