Roma and Juventus Share Spoils in Thrilling Draw Amid Champions League Battle

In a showdown between Serie A’s top-four contenders, AS Roma and Juventus battled to an exhilarating 1-1 draw at the Stadio Olimpico, leaving Juventus without a win in five matches across all competitions (D4, L1).

Following their midweek UEFA Europa League semi-final defeat, Daniele De Rossi made five changes to his starting lineup, including the entire backline.

Early signs of defensive disarray for Roma emerged as a backline mix-up nearly resulted in Evan Ndicka pressuring Mile Svilar in goal with a backpass, prompting Timothy Weah to collide with the goalkeeper in an attempt to block his clearance.

Despite Roma’s defensive woes, their attacking prowess was evident as their full-backs combined for a near-goal, with Angeliño’s cross finding Rasmus Kristensen, whose header struck the woodwork.

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Roma capitalized on their attacking momentum, with Romelu Lukaku seizing on loose ball chaos in the Juventus box to break the deadlock.

Juventus responded before halftime, as Federico Chiesa’s delivery into the box was met by a towering header from Gleison Bremer, leveling the score.

Chiesa remained a constant threat for Juventus, nearly finding the net with a powerful strike that rattled off the post early in the second half.

Tensions rose when Weah’s challenge on Leandro Paredes went unpunished, prompting protests from Roma players and staff, although no card was issued.

Both teams had chances in the second half, with Chiesa testing Svilar and Lorenzo Pellegrini’s effort saved brilliantly by former Roma goalkeeper Wojciech Szczęsny.

Ultimately, the match ended in a draw, with Roma maintaining fifth place, while Juventus remained in third position, edging closer to securing a Champions League berth for next season.