Roma’s Away Game Breakthrough: A New Chapter Begins

After nine long months, AS Roma has finally secured an away victory, breaking a curse that has plagued the team since last April. The win in Udine marks a potential turning point for the Giallorossi, who have struggled significantly in away matches this season.

The symbolism of ending the drought where it began cannot be overlooked. Bryan Cristante’s header in the final moments of the rescheduled match against Udinese last year was Roma’s last away triumph before this recent success. In the intervening period, the team went 18 games without an away win, placing them near the bottom of the league in terms of away performance.

While this victory doesn’t erase the points lost on the road, it provides a glimmer of hope for Roma’s European ambitions. The team has collected only 9 out of a possible 33 points away from the Stadio Olimpico, making qualification for European competitions an uphill battle.

Captain Lorenzo Pellegrini’s performance encapsulated the team’s turnaround. After a disastrous first half, Pellegrini redeemed himself by scoring the equalizing penalty and contributing positively to the win. His resilience mirrors the team’s need to persevere despite setbacks.

The next ten days will be crucial for Roma. They face Eintracht Frankfurt in the Europa League, a must-win game to avoid early elimination. Following that, they’ll challenge league leaders Napoli and then travel to Milan for a Coppa Italia quarter-final. These matches present an opportunity for Roma to salvage their season and potentially secure European football for next year.

As the team enters this critical period, the victory in Udine must serve as a catalyst rather than an isolated success. Roma’s ability to build on this win could define the remainder of their season and set the tone for future campaigns.