Como secured a crucial 2-0 victory over Roma with two stoppage-time goals, handing the Giallorossi yet another bitter disappointment this season. Fabregas’ team showed resilience and determination, finding decisive goals through Gabrielloni and Nico Paz in the dying moments. For Roma, it was another forgettable night that could have serious consequences beyond the pitch.
The match started with Roma playing energetically but lacking creativity and cutting edge in attack. Ranieri, forced to drop Hummels due to a last-minute illness, fielded an improvised defense that held firm for much of the game. Como, however, capitalized on its chances, repeatedly testing Svilar, who was Roma’s standout performer. After several missed opportunities, Gabrielloni finally broke the deadlock, with Paz doubling the lead on a swift counterattack.
The defeat didn’t go unnoticed by the club’s American ownership. Furious with another lackluster display, the Friedkins have reportedly ordered a sweeping roster overhaul in the January transfer window. While Ranieri remains the team’s cornerstone, the rest of the squad has been put on the market.
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The club aims to build around Koné, the only successful signing from the last transfer campaign, creating a more competitive and motivated team. Key players such as Pellegrini, Cristante, Paredes, and even Dybala are now under scrutiny, having struggled with fitness issues and inconsistent performances.
January will be a decisive month, with management ready to consider all offers, even for players previously deemed untouchable. The Europa League remains the team’s only lifeline to salvage an otherwise disappointing season. A quick turnaround is crucial to prevent the entire Roma project from collapsing.
The coming weeks will reveal whether the Friedkins' determination and Ranieri’s steady leadership can revive a team that appears increasingly trapped in crisis mode.
