20 January 2022 at 20:00
Match Summary
AS Roma defeated Lecce 3:1. The match was played in Coppa Italia 2021. Goals were scored by A. Calabresi 14′, M. Kumbulla 40′, T. Abraham 54′, E. Shomurodov 81′. 8 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. AS Roma had 58% possession while Lecce held 42%. AS Roma had 20 shots (10 on target) compared to 4 (1 on target) for Lecce. AS Roma made 5 substitutions, Lecce made 5. VAR was involved: Goal confirmed (Arturo Calabresi 16′).
Match Events
Key match events between AS Roma and Lecce — 4 goals and 9 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Barreca
assist: T. Abraham
assist: N. Zaniolo
assist: H. Mkhitaryan
Match Statistics
AS Roma had 58% possession against Lecce's 42%. AS Roma registered 20 shots (10 on target) while Lecce managed 4 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 5–1. Fouls committed: 18–20.
Lineups
AS Roma lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under José Mourinho, while Lecce deployed a 4-1-4-1 under M. Baroni.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for AS Roma is 6.53, compared to 6.60 for Lecce. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. AS Roma's highest-rated starter is B. Cristante (6.60), while Lecce's best-rated player is Þ. Helgason (6.60).
Defensive Solidity
AS Roma deploy 4 defenders rated 6.47 on average, against Lecce's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
AS Roma field 3 midfielders averaging 6.60, versus Lecce's 5 rated 6.60. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
AS Roma start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Lecce averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 69% for AS Roma and 56% for Lecce. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
AS Roma's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Lecce. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of AS Roma's starting XI is 27.5 (youngest: M. Kumbulla (25), oldest: B. Cristante (30)), while Lecce average 25.0 (youngest: Þ. Helgason (25), oldest: Þ. Helgason (25)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
AS Roma's starters average 14 league appearances each, versus 2 for Lecce. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: José Mourinho
Substitutes
Coach: M. Baroni
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, AS Roma have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Lecce show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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AS Roma vs Lecce Head to Head Results
AS Roma and Lecce have met 14 times — AS Roma won 11, Lecce won 1, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. AS Roma leads the head-to-head with 11 victories from 14 meetings. A combined 36 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.57 per match (26 for the home side, 10 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 7 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 7 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. AS Roma are currently unbeaten in the last 10 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–2 in 2012.
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