Roma travel to face newly-promoted Pisa in the second round of Serie A fixtures. The match kicks off at 19:45 UK time at the Cetilar Arena.
Roma began their campaign with a 1-0 victory over Bologna last week, courtesy of a goal from new signing Wesley. Manager Gian Piero Gasperini is expected to field a similar lineup, with Evan Ferguson leading the attack supported by Matias Soulé and Stephan El Shaarawy. Lorenzo Pellegrini and Paulo Dybala are not fully fit, while Leon Bailey remains sidelined.
Pisa impressed in their Serie A return with a 1-1 draw away at Atalanta. New coach Alberto Gilardino, who was mentored by Gasperini, employs a similar tactical approach. M`Bala Nzola is set to start up front, while recent signing Calvin Stengs is available on the bench.
This marks Pisa`s first Serie A match at their home stadium in over 30 years. The newly-promoted side will look to build on their positive start against one of Italy`s top clubs.
Expected Lineups
Pisa: Semper; Caracciolo, Canestrelli, Denoon; Touré, Marin, Aebischer, Angori; Tramoni, Moreo; Nzola
Roma: Svilar; Hermoso, Mancini, N`Dicka; Wesley, Koné, Cristante, Angelino; Soulé, El Shaarawy; Ferguson
The match promises to be an intriguing clash between Roma`s attacking talent and Pisa`s tactical organization as they aim to establish themselves in Serie A. Both sides will be eager to build momentum early in the season with a positive result.