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As Roma vs Cesena

Stadio Olimpico, Rome1 February 2017 at 20:00
21
Away

Cesena

Referee: Fabio Maresca

Match Events

AS Roma
Cesena
Kick Off
D. PerottiE. Džeko
21′
44′Karim Laribi
Half Time
Juan JesusR. Nainggolan
46′
57′
K. LaribiL. Garritano
E. Džeko

assist: S. El Shaarawy

68′
69′Luca Garritano
73′
C. CianoA. Cocco
73′
L. Garritano
S. El ShaarawyEmerson
82′
84′Alejandro Rodríguez
86′
Alejandro RodriguezG. Panico
Kōnstantinos Manōlas90′
F. Totti

Penalty

90+7′
Full Time

Match Statistics

7Shots on Goal4
5Shots off Goal5
14Total Shots15
2Blocked Shots6
7Shots insidebox9
7Shots outsidebox6
13Fouls18
3Corner Kicks8
1Offsides3
69%Ball Possession31%
1Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves5
712Total passes301
624Passes accurate232
88%Passes %77%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for AS Roma is 6.90, compared to — for Cesena. 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 S. El Shaarawy (6.90), while Cesena's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

AS Roma deploy 5 defenders rated — on average, against Cesena's 5-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 2 midfielders averaging —, versus Cesena's 3 rated —. 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 6.90, compared to 2 for Cesena 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 81% for AS Roma and —% for Cesena. 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.

Age & Experience

The average age of AS Roma's starting XI is 33.0 (youngest: S. El Shaarawy (33), oldest: S. El Shaarawy (33)), while Cesena average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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 1 league appearances each, versus 0 for Cesena. 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.

AS Roma3-4-2-13-5-2Cesena
GKDEFMIDFWD
19Alisson44Manolas13Peres3Jesus21Rui2Rüdiger6Strootm.8Perotti5Paredes10Totti92Shaarawy1Agliardi27Ligi33Renzetti2Pertico.14Balzano16Rigione23Koné5Laribi24Vitale10Ciano9Rodrigu.

Substitutes

Coach: L. Spalletti

Substitutes

Coach: A. Camplone

AS RomaPosition StrengthCesena
6.90
Avg Rating
6.90Forward (3 v 2)
0G 0A0G 0A
AS Roma3-4-2-1
19GoalkeeperAlisson
44DefenderK. Manolas
13DefenderBruno Peres
3DefenderJuan Jesus
21DefenderMário Rui
2DefenderA. Rüdiger
6MidfielderK. Strootman
5MidfielderL. Paredes
8ForwardD. Perotti
10ForwardF. Totti
92ForwardS. El Shaarawy6.9
Cesena3-5-2
1GoalkeeperF. Agliardi
27DefenderA. Ligi
33DefenderF. Renzetti
2DefenderR. Perticone
14DefenderA. Balzano
16DefenderM. Rigione
23MidfielderM. Koné
5MidfielderK. Laribi
24MidfielderM. Vitale
10ForwardC. Ciano
9ForwardAlejandro Rodriguez

Match Summary

AS Roma defeated Cesena 2:1. The match was played in Coppa Italia 2016. Goals were scored by E. Džeko 68′, L. Garritano 73′, F. Totti 90′ (pen.). 4 yellow cards were shown. AS Roma had 69% possession while Cesena held 31%. AS Roma had 14 shots (7 on target) compared to 15 (4 on target) for Cesena. AS Roma made 3 substitutions, Cesena made 3.

Rivalry since 2010

AS Roma vs Cesena Head to Head Results

6 stretnutí
AS Roma
5
wins
Drawn
1
Cesena
0
wins
Total goals
15 · 2.5/match
Both scored
2/6 · 33%
Over 2.5
2/6 · 33%

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